Water and wine - a fabulous Argentinean Honeymoon

As people constantly focus on the fact that Brazil takes up nearly half of South America it is often overlooked that it’s southern neighbor Argentina is the world’s 8th largest country in terms of landmass. This inevitably means that there are several very diverse ecosystems to explore, and South American travel experts Dehouche can ensure that you see the best of them on your luxury tailor made honeymoon. One possible itinerary could involve you flying into Buenos Aires, Argentina’s buzzing capital city, and staying in the Alvear Palace, which is in the heart of the up market Recoleta district. You would be given a private tour of the city by Dehouche’s local guide, and on a night of your choice the two of you would be picked up and driven to La Faena, where you will have a table at the best tango show in town. You will be served dinner with a selection of champagne and wines whilst enjoying the show. This is the best way to get a feel for Argentina’s famed national dance; if you really enjoy it then Dehouche can arrange for the 2 of you to have a private tango lesson as well! Nothing is impossible for these noted fixers with contacts spanning a continent.

Once you have spent 5 nights in the capital it will be time to explore more of Argentina’s delights. You will fly to Posadas and switch to a light plane for a flight across the Argentine wetlands, which are called the Esteros del Ibera. A very similar ecosystem to the better known Pantanal in Brazil, but the advantage of staying here is that the estancia Dehouche recommends provides a much higher standard of accommodation and food than anywhere in the Pantanal. The landscape is stunning and there are lots of activities that guests can get involved in - from horse riding to boating to animal spotting from 4x4s. There are very few guests here and the owners are personal friends of Dehouche, and so will ensure that you get the most out of the rural part of your Argentinean honeymoon.

After 6 nights in the romantic wilderness the light plane will fly you to Iguacu, providing you with unparalleled views of the awesome waterfalls as you come in to land. These are the largest waterfalls in the world by volume of water cascading over them and are a truly magnificent spectacle. You will be staying in the only hotel that is located within the National Park of the Falls - just a 200 yard walk away from the gushing spectacle itself. Dehouche will arrange a private walking tour, before boarding a speedboat for a ride over the white water to the very base of the falls providing you with even more angles from which to appreciate these natural wonders - they will undoubtedly be one of the many highlights for a truly amazing honeymoon.

You will then fly to Mendoza, the capital of Argentina’s globally respected wine region. You will be staying on a bodega (vineyard), which you are free to explore both the vineyard and the wine itself. On a day of your choice the Dehouche local expert will take you around several of the best bodegas in the area, introducing you to the key people in the operations. Crucially, there will also be a driver so that you can enjoy tasting the wine of each bodega! The natural setting of Mendoza is spectacular and you can also go riding, hiking or rafting in the foothills of the nearby Andes. This is the ideal spot to end your luxury honeymoon in Argentina, although if you would like to experience more of South America Dehouche will no doubt be delighted to help.

Let Dehouche arrange your luxury boutique hotel and enjoy a whole host of insider tips on where to truly escape from it all on your honeymoon.

Dehouche S.A.,

Leblon,
Rio de Janeiro ,
Brazil.

www.dehouche.com

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Find the perfect bottle to go with that steak

Buenos Aires may be known as the Paris of South America and there’s no denying the legacy of European cultural influence; however, with its first aspirations of winemaking, Argentina fell far short of the standards set by those difficult to please ‘Viticulteurs Français’. In its infancy, the emphasis of Argentine wine production was most definitely on quantity rather than quality and 100% of the consumption was domestic.

As the Argentines are almost as proud as their Parisian counterparts, the initial disgust of the French (and a large part of the rest of the world) at their winemaking attempts, must have stung a little and recent years have seen attempts to clean up their act.

Luxury travel specialists Dehouche uprooted themselves from Europe and planted themselves in Latin America some years after the first European vines, but they didn’t leave their taste for good wine at home. Dehouche are constantly searching for palatable producers, at less than ridiculous prices; quite a feat in Brazil, where Dehouche are based.

Though wine is produced in Brazil, it’s still got a way to go to really compete on the global stage and so Dehouche continue to applaud the Argentine move away from mass production towards the creation of fine wines, fit even for export. Even to Brazil.

Argentina is in fact blessed with both weather and soil conditions more favourable than that of Europe and with a shift in focus, Argentine wine production is finally starting to draw the right kind of attention.

Dehouche offer tailor made packages to Brazil and Argentina (and just about any other country in Latin America you may choose to sample,giving you the perfect opportunity to come over and make up your own mind.

A typical trip can include several days in Buenos Aires, (with full wine tasting of course) from where you can take a direct flight to Mendoza, which today the produces the vast majority of Argentina’s exported wine. In Mendoza, Dehouche can arrange accommodation inside the vineyards themselves, so that you can easily visit different wineries in the surrounding area and of course taste, taste, taste!

Let Dehouche arrange your luxury boutique hotel and enjoy a whole host of insider tips on where to truly escape from it all on your honeymoon.

Dehouche S.A.,

Leblon,
Rio de Janeiro ,
Brazil.

www.dehouche.com

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The many attractions of a luxury vacation in Brazil

Dehouche, a British run travel company that specializes in getting discerning clients under the skin of South America be it a family holiday in Peru or a romantic Honeymoon in Argentina asked 500 of it’s recent clients what was the number one attraction of Brazil and found out that surprisingly it wasn’t beaches or fun loving people or natural landscapes or tourist attraction sites... it was in fact good food.

So Does this mean that Brazil doesn’t have nice beaches or that the people aren’t fun loving and that there is nothing for the tourist to see and do? Of course not in fact all these things scored in the top 5 of the list it’s just that food was seemingly most important to luxury travellers and Honeymooners and perhaps surprised as to just how fabulous the cuisine of Brazil actually is.

However let’s not dwell on the fabulous seafood, meat and fruits of Brazil and look a little closer at number 4 on the list; the ‘attractions or sights of Brazil’ as a great many were listed by Dehouche clients (now back at home and dreaming of Brazil no doubt) here are a few of the most popular -

The Baroque splendour of Minas Gerais, Dehouche steer clients away from the more touristy town of Ouro Preto and focus on smaller more off track locations particularly the villages of Congonhas and Tiradentes which are a maze of cobbled streets and wonderful Basilica’s. Both families and Honeymooners seem to love this location to experience the culture and history of a different era and all set in amongst gorgeous rolling hills great for long walks.

Christ the redeemer in Rio de Janeiro as one might expect featured very strongly in must do attractions and got a bigger thumbs up than its competitor the mighty Sugar Loaf. Dehouche clients receive a fast track entrance past the tourists waiting in the 2 hour line to get up the hill – that’s the benefit of local contacts (Dehouche are based in Rio) the view from the top is simply breathtaking.

Beaches (well they had to feature) in Brazil are plentiful and varied from studded palm backdrops to thick virgin rainforests Brazil has it all, two favourites amongst the many were Praia Lopes Mendes on Ilha Grande and Espelho in southern Baiha – the first is accessed by speedboat or helicopter direct from Rio (Dehouche organise this with a lobster BBQ thrown in) the second is reached by beach buggy from the idyllic village of Trancoso a spot favoured by Dehouche Honeymoon clients.

The sand plains of Lencois Maranhenses is a spectacular area of sand banks and blue water in the valleys a massive flood plain that is breathtaking to fly over in a light aircraft – Dehouche can organize this as part of a very adventurous tour of far flung villages and beaches in the remote North East of Brazil at one point you perform your own hotel transfer by quad bike!

Salvador the capital city of Bahia and formerly of Brazil features highly on the list, Dehouche recommends a 2-3 night stay here and a tour of the old historic centre with their guide Gabriella who knows all the secrets of this stunning and vibrant town. Think architecture, beer and samba beats...

Iguacu falls in the South of Brazil was the number one must see of the natural attractions of Brazil on the list it seems that Dehouche clients even go back on second and third trips to Brazil – it’s not any old waterfall you know, it’s the most voluminous on the planet in terms of water, oh and the most spectacular! A real hit with families and Dehouche recommend highly especially for itineraries combined with Argentina.

So yes the food of Brazil is very good but don’t spend all your time in a restaurant get out and take in the sites!

Let Dehouche arrange your luxury boutique hotel and enjoy a whole host of insider tips on where to truly escape from it all on your honeymoon.

Dehouche S.A.,

Leblon,
Rio de Janeiro ,
Brazil.

www.dehouche.com

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Carioca fashion

When you first arrive in Rio, you may be a little puzzled by the wardrobe choices of the local residents. Exiting the airport you find yourself dazzled not only by the brilliant sunshine but all those bright colours. What’s wrong with the typical palette of black; grey; white; brown and (for the experimental), blue you wonder?

While Europeans may adhere to colour choices that mirror their urban background and similarly colourless skies, Brazilians adorn themselves with the colours that reflect the vibrant tropical environment they inhabit; black, is strictly for mourning. Just ask luxury travel experts Dehouche, who’ve been based in Rio for several years themselves; black is about as popular in Brazil as Argentine beef.

Needless to say, however little time you spend here, you’ll be sure to find that you too want to dress like a traffic light; but with few recognisable international brands, choosing where to buy your bright new clothes could mean precious hours wasted deliberating in the high street, when you could instead be sporting your colourful new look at ‘Posto 9’ on Ipanema beach. Take a tailor made trip to Brazil with Dehouche however and they’ll provide you a list of all the best addresses worth your valuable time not only do they provide a free concierge service offering help and advice as well as the legwork of bookings and arrangements to all their clients, Dehouche also have a personal shopper on hand to guide you to the up and coming designers studios and help negotiate the best bargains in town.

Once your eyes have adjusted to the light, you may also begin to wonder why women, who seem to take such good care of themselves in every other respect, are wearing what seems at first sight, rather shapeless t-shirts. However, once you feel the 40 degree heat on your back you may begin to understand why. European summer clothes may pass in Rio’s ‘winter’, (which lasts from July to July), but with the arrival of summer, you too will be rushing for the air conditioned shopping centres, in the hope of relief from your sweltering garments.

Though beloved of the Carioca, both as a place to do damage to their credit cards and just generally pass the time, Rio’s shopping centres are by no means the only place to find impossibly small bikinis and shapeless t-shirts. Thanks to their inside knowledge, Dehouche can tell you exactly where to find a bikini that, when you pop out for your morning run along the beach, you won’t see a thousand others wearing too – it’s very important to get these things right!

Let Dehouche arrange your luxury boutique hotel and enjoy a whole host of insider tips on where to truly escape from it all on your honeymoon.

Dehouche S.A.,

Leblon,
Rio de Janeiro ,
Brazil.

www.dehouche.com

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Rio's beaches the inside track past the mayhem!

The beaches of Rio de Janeiro are where all city life takes place and the ideal place to watch the Cariocas, those charming Rio residents, at play. On a sunny day at the weekend, the sand becomes a hive of activity as girls preen and boys pose, friends reunite to recount the events of the night before, families play ‘frescobol’ and vendors weave their way in and out of the chaos, hollering the names of their wares. It may all seem a little confusing to the uninitiated: should you be donning swimwear in the local style? ; How exactly to play in those waves without losing said swimwear or being knocked down into the sand face first? ; Is it safe to eat the prawns? ; Why does everyone seem to have left their towels at home? For answers to these questions and many more, contact locally based luxury travel specialists Dehouche who have all the answers.

Dehouche have been based in Rio for the last seven years and know all too well how easy it is to fall into the trap we all want to avoid: looking like a gringo. Dehouche’s years of experience however, mean that they are well placed to help you avoid making such embarrassing mistakes as asking for a ‘cocô’ instead of ‘coco’ (beware the syllable stress!)

Book a tailor made trip to Brazil with Dehouche and they will provide you with a whole host of up to date recommendations, from where to buy your swimwear, to where to lay your ‘Canga’ (or sarong) down, to what’s actually inside the ‘Matte’ that seems to be so popular down at ‘Posto 9’ (then you decide if you still want to drink it)

However, Dehouche are by no means complacent and their research is ongoing, continually testing out new bars and restaurants and visiting the beach as often as possible, all so that they can tell you about the latest bikini styles and the local mayor’s latest beach ruling in order to instil ‘order’ in this sometimes crazy city. This is why Dehouche are the market leader when it comes to luxury tailor made family vacations and fabulous Brazil Honeymoon itineraries for the discerning traveller.

The guidebook your cousin lent you may have been published three years ago, and written by someone on a tight budget and deadline but Dehouche are in Brazil today and everyday and spend ruthlessly in the name of research! Let the expert team take care of your travel arrangements and instead of searching the streets for a restaurant which closed down six months ago and wasn’t up to much anyway, be mistaken for a local as you relax on the beach, safe in the knowledge that you have a reservation at the city’s hottest new or consistently perfect venue that night.

Let Dehouche arrange your luxury boutique hotel and enjoy a whole host of insider tips on where to truly escape from it all on your honeymoon.

Dehouche S.A.,

Leblon,
Rio de Janeiro ,
Brazil.

www.dehouche.com

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Rio de Janeiro, the world's most romantic city in the world!

Those proud Parisians may claim that Paris is the most romantic city in the world and the Italians may long have insisted on being the world’s greatest lovers, offering up the undeniably charming Venice as a contender for the very same title. Nevertheless, it’s time to acknowledge that both of these cities have a new challenger to deal with: nicknamed the ‘marvellous city’, blessed with stunning natural scenery and an even more breathtaking sunset view for each day of your honeymoon, Rio de Janeiro is today the new ascendant to the throne.

Recent years have seen a surge in luxury tourism in this city; no one can have failed to notice the opening of ‘Fasano’ in 2007, today the celebrities’ choice over and above the once legendary ‘Copacabana Palace’. However, if you want to do more than scratch the surface of this city then contact locally based luxury travel specialists ‘Dehouche’ who can help you make a reservation at one of a selection of boutique hotels dotted around the city, that may be a little more off the beaten track.

Dehouche began a love affair with Rio many years ago and few visitors to the city escape being seduced by the charms of this captivating place; with year round summer weather, little need to ever wear more than a pair of ‘Havaianas’ and a t-shirt (ok maybe a pair of shorts or some swimwear too) Rio is a city where you can forget city woes. No wonder those residents of São Paulo are so jealous.

Marvel at the panoramic views from Corcovado; sigh as you watch the sunset from Pão de Açúcar whilst you enjoy another intoxicating, yet incredibly moreish, ‘Caipirinha’; stroll along the famous beachside walkway with it’s unmistakeable curvaceous black and white design, seemingly mirroring the shape of the mountains above and settle down on Arpoador rock to enjoy yet another unsurpassable sunset over the ‘Dois Irmãos’. Rio is a city to both fall in love with and fall in love in, again and again and again. Reservations and inhibitions can be left at home; public displays of affection here are as common as days of endless blue skies. Ask Dehouche to organise your tailor made honeymoon in Brazil and make a stop in what is today, the world’s most romantic city.

Let Dehouche arrange your luxury boutique hotel and enjoy a whole host of insider tips on where to truly escape from it all on your honeymoon.

Dehouche S.A.,

Leblon,
Rio de Janeiro ,
Brazil.

www.dehouche.com

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Bin the guide book! - All clients have a free concierge service across South America with Dehouche

From the worldwide rendered lyrics of Samba and its smooth sister Bossa Nova, to the frenetic rhythms of Maracatú and Frevo, music has to be one of Brazil’s biggest cultural exports. If you’re planning a vacation or honeymoon in Brazil, it’s likely you’ll want to take advantage of at least one live performance during your visit to this vibrant country.

However, finding up to date listings information is not as easy as you might think, especially if like many, you don’t speak Portuguese. In a country where venues fall in and out of favour as often as the soap stars change their outfits, a guidebook just won’t cut it. There may be up to date websites and listings magazines published weekly, but as yet there is nothing which caters to the international tourist, that is to say, nothing in English.

So instead of wasting hours typing ‘querida por jovens e velhos, gente simples, moderninhos, morro e asfalto, subúrbio e zona sul’ into google translator and trying to work out which of the above you are, ask luxury travel specialists Dehouche to help you organise your holiday as they provide lucky clients travelling with them in Brazil all the up to date information on whats on in each location over the dates their around – brilliant! Whether it’s a Samba show or a Baile Funk that makes you want to put on your dancing shoes, Dehouche can tell you exactly what’s on offer for the nights you’ll be in each particular destination you choose to visit.

Dehouche are based in Brazil themselves and can tell you about their personal favourite places to hear new sounds, learn new moves and soak up the atmosphere of an altogether different culture, where dancing with abandon is by no means confined to the bedroom. That said, if you’d rather leave the samba to the sambistas and prefer to find somewhere you can grab a table and a beer and simply marvel at the innate talent of these people, Dehouche also know just the place. So if you want to spend less time trawling the internet and more time enjoying the best your chosen destination has to offer, your tailor made luxury holiday or Brazil Honeymoon with Dehouche is just a phone call away.

Let Dehouche arrange your luxury boutique hotel and enjoy a whole host of insider tips on where to truly escape from it all on your honeymoon.

Dehouche S.A.,

Leblon,
Rio de Janeiro ,
Brazil.

www.dehouche.com

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