Getting To Know the Fruits of Brazil!

On arrival in Brazil you can’t fail to be awed by the impressive range of fruit on display in all its colorful glory; how is it that in Europe a passion fruit is small and shriveled and brown and yet here it is enormous, yellow, shiny and smooth? The choice of fruit is baffling, including both varieties that are imported to Europe and never seen before curiosities and believe us, once you’ve tasted pineapple in Brazil; you won’t be eating those immeasurably inferior artificially ripened versions in Europe anymore.

It’s hard to believe that the ubiquitous banana, (here not just a banana but a ‘water banana’ or a ‘gold banana’ or an ‘earth banana’ or one of many other varieties) is not actually a native Brazilian but emigrated here some 500 years ago with the Portuguese. For truly native Brazilian fruit, head to the Amazon, where you’ll find a smorgasboard of superfoods. From the now universally known Açaí to Acerola, a berry with 80 times as much as vitamin C as an orange. Eat a few of these on your holiday and you can bin a year’s supply of supplements.

However, these berries are not only good enough to eat, they can also make you Brazilian beautiful. Despite a tendency to hand over undisclosed amounts of cold hard cash for anything imported with beauty products no exception, there’s a growing trend here for home grown natural products.

Luxury travel experts Dehouche who are based in Rio are actually situated dangerously close to one very such producer (who have in fact been in business for some 100 years) and some members of the team have to be held inside at lunchtime to prevent them from buying up the delectable store. Take a tailor made holiday to Brazil with Dehouche and if you can be trusted with a credit card, they’ll share the address with you. A great place to pick up presents, but Dehouche defy you not be tempted into a little something for yourself too.

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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Who To Book Your Luxury Vacation To Latin America With?

Since the birth of the package holiday in the mid 19th century, the travel industry has seen some peaks and troughs, but overall, has basically burgeoned and then mutated almost beyond all recognition. The first appearance of travel guides in the 1970s saw a growing move towards independent travel whose popularity has done little to dwindle, but what if you could combine the best of both worlds? That is, what if you could have the freedom to design your own holiday and yet not have to spend hours comparing flights and reading through review after online review of different hotels? What if there were a company who would could help you create your own specialized holiday by marrying your wishes with their inside knowledge of your chosen destination? Since 2003 Dehouche’s international team based in South America have been doing just this day in day out making sure clients get right to the heart of the matter, direct to the hidden gems of the Latin American continent.

But surely this must be more expensive? One of the main motivations for independent travel is not just the freedom it affords you, but the money it can save you by cutting out the middle man. What may come as a surprise, however, is that letting Dehouche organise your tailor made itinerary in Latin America will actually save you money. A British run travel agency, Dehouche provide holidays for an international client base, but as they are based in Brazil themselves, are able to offer more competitive rates than if you were to contact the hotels directly, find the best villas, engage the best guides and drivers etc.. So why waste your time struggling with dropped internet calls to unworthy guest houses when you can simply call Dehouche who can not only book you that off the beaten track boutique hotel or private villa or even their own Penthouse apartment in Rio and Buenos Aires and all for the best value possible, they can also make sure you stay in their favourite room and that your local guide and driver most of whom work exclusively for Dehouche know all your likes and dislikes before you even arrive. Even if you got lucky and got all the right elements it would still work out about 15% more expensive than going direct with Dehouche.

And should you do the really crazy thing and go down the street to your local travel agent to book the trip (how very last century...) then don’t be surprised if things start to go wrong and cost a good bit more. Let me explain the new model, Dehouche, a local firm pays local negotiated prices and unlike it’s competitors it doesn’t have to fund expensive offices in New York or London (which are of course added to their itinerary costs), and importantly they cut out the middleman Dehouche actually operates all its trips itself, its operations team is based in the same office as the destination experts that create the trips, in the Rio office – of course travel agents based outside Latin America have to employ a local ground operator to book and then operate their trips, and these guys cost good money and don’t have the same idea of quality!

So if you’re looking for ways to save money on your luxury vacation to Brazil, Argentina, Colombia or indeed any other country in South America, don’t waste your precious time trawling price comparison websites, talk to Dehouche in Rio on their toll free number, it’s that simple!

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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Bring your dancing shoes on your vacation or honeymoon in Latin America!

No one could accuse Latin Americans of not knowing how to throw a party and the incredible divergence of cultures that meet on the continent of South America means that at almost any given time of the year, there’s a very good reason to celebrate, how wonderfully convenient! Invitations generally aren’t necessary, so if you want to be part of the festivities, try talking to luxury travel experts Dehouche who are based in Latin America themselves. They’re no strangers to the party scene (well, you have to adapt to the culture of the country you choose to live in after all) and are ideally placed to advise you on where to visit and when, depending on your taste.

The image of carnival queens sashaying through the sambodrome in downtown Rio has to be one of the scenes most commonly associated with Brazil and there’s no doubt that this holiday before lent (technically one day, but generally stretched into one week) is a time to forget social norms in the pursuit of pleasure. However, the wild extravagance and general debauchery that abound in the mêlée that is carnival is not to everyone’s taste. If you’re looking for something a little more refined, Dehouche have the inside info on other celebrations that receive less international attention, fewer attendees and don’t involve quite the same consumption of alcohol. Or so the story goes.

Winter in Brazil sees the arrival of yet another reason to don crazy costumes, dance with abandon and generally indulge in good things. At first sight, Festa Junina seems to resemble a sort of harvest festival, but it’s also a celebration of rural life, so black out your teeth and get your straw hats at the ready, it’s all in good spirit. Many Brazilians organize their own Festa Junina at home, but there are also many held for the public and its foodie heaven. Both the food and the music are a reflection of that typical in the North East, with which Festa Junina is most closely associated. Dehouche recommend the decay inducing treats of Paçoca and Canjica for starters. Once you’ve nibbled on these, grab yourself a ‘batida de amendoim’ (alcoholic peanut drink) grab yourself a partner and get stuck into the quadrilha (Brazilian square dance)

For those year round party seekers, Dehouche suggest heading to Argentina post Brazilian carnival in anticipation of Argentina’s answer to the aforementioned world famous festival. ‘Vendimia’ is a sort of Argentinean Carnival with a splash of France’s vendanges thrown in for good measure (no denying the European influence in Argentina), a celebration of wine and wine making occurring in the Mendoza province of Argentina which sees many artists and performers, not to mention tourists, flock to the region to watch parades of dancers perform in the street. The defining ingredient is perhaps the beauty pageant element as these parades are led by ‘queens’ who represent the individual departments and compete for the ultimate title of ‘National Vendimia queen’; a concerted effort from Argentina to steal the kitsch crown from the head of Brazil’s carnival queen.

Of course, this is just a mere taste, for more ideas talk to Dehouche who can help you arrange a tailor made holiday taking in as little or as much party action as you prefer.



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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Bariloche with Dehouche - Ski fast, make choc, indulge après!

If you’ve skied ‘Les trois vallées’ inside out and are looking for a new mountain playground, it’s time to talk to luxury travel experts Dehouche, who specialize in tailor made holidays and honeymoons in Latin America. Dehouche unreservedly devote themselves to traversing this exciting corner of the globe in search of new adventure, putting them in an ideal position to tell exactly where you can find spectacular scenery and outdoor thrills aplenty.

Dehouche are based in Brazil celebrated for its beaches and with no shortage of either sunset postcard views or activities for the adrenaline seeker. But if its sub zero temperatures that really get you going, Dehouche suggest you look further afield, that is, to Brazil’s chillier neighbor, Argentina.

If you take a luxury holiday with Dehouche to Argentina’s lake district, you will still need to bring your sunglasses however, if not just for the vivid blend of colors created by the unique juxtaposition of rocky peaks generously dusted with brilliant white powder snow, wild expanses of forest covered mountains, iridescent glacier fed lakes and blue, blue skies.

Located in the very South is undeniably romantic, Bariloche, the region’s principal destination. Gracing the shores of Lago Nahuel Huapi and located within the national park of the same name, whether covered in snow or in full bloom, this alpine style resort enjoys unparalleled views in every direction you look, thanks to the deep blue lakes and soaring peaks that encircle it.

Founded in 1902 Annecy-esque Bariloche was modeled on the style of a European Alpine village, yet with a Patagonian flair, owing to the use of local hardwood and unique stone construction. Perhaps the best known example of this is the Centro Civico, a square at Bariloche’s heart, whose buildings, despite being constructed in the 1930s, have a distinct mediaeval air.

Like many of its Alpine predecessors Bariloche offers a wealth of both summer and winter activities. Dehouche can advise you on the best time to visit according to your interests. For winter sports enthusiasts, Bariloche is a veritable wonderland, enjoying up to two meters of snow from June through October even at the end of the season there is plenty to ski on. Summer brings opportunities for rafting, trekking, climbing, horse riding, the list goes on… It’s at this time of the year that the beautiful beaches also welcome sun worshippers and some brave swimmers. Thanks to the melting snow, the lake waters maintain a refreshingly cool temperature.

True to its Alpine aspirations, Bariloche is also a great place to curl up in front of a log fire and indulge in a glass of wine (anyone fancy a malbec?), a romantic fondue for two and of course, that well known Alpine treat, chocolate. Having earnt itself a reputation as Argentina’s chocolate capital, an immeasurable amount of window space is given over to this delectable delight in all its manifestations. After a hard day on the slopes, Dehouche can’t see any good reason to resist the temptation, so why not pretend to be learning something and do on of their chocolate making 1 hour courses and retreat back to the chalet with a brick of Bariloche’s finest. Enjoy.

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 Joy of Rio's far flung beaches! Explains Dehouche

The perfect curve of Copacabana beach is one of Rio’s most famous landmarks, closely followed by the daily applauded (quite literally) sunset over the Dois Irmãos, as seen from Arpoador. Luxury travel specialists Dehouche who are based in Rio are no strangers to these beaches, yet suggest that if you have a little more time in Rio, there are other beaches well worth coating yourself in factor 30 for.

Venture beyond Zona Sul and out towards the never ending stretch of white sand that is Barra, where Rio’s nouveau riche play amongst the kite surfers. Continue past the beaches of Recreio and Macumba, beloved of the ‘surfista’ until the high rise apartment bocks finally give way to Atlantic rainforest, covering the impressive peaks that now rise up from the ocean. Follow the winding coastal road with the dramatic mountains looming above you and as you round the bend the small cove of ‘Prainha’ or ‘Little beach’ finally comes into view.

Dehouche are firm believers that Prainha’s stunning natural setting is well worth the drive and defy you not to be awed by the scene which presents itself before you. The waves too are fittingly wild and Prainha is something of a Mecca for Rio’s surfers. Despite its more remote location, Prainha has a devoted crowd of Bohemian sun worshippers who on sunny weekends descend to soak up its splendor and rustic appeal, but it’s still a tranquil haven compared to Ipanema’s posto 9 and the people are just as beautiful.

If you’re looking for an unspoilt and deserted beach however, Dehouche suggest you keep driving. Continue along the mountain road and you will eventually reach the larger expanse of Grumari. This is still a popular spot, but thanks to the smooth large rocks that are a feature of the beach here, the sea forms natural lagoon like swimming pools which are enjoyed by bathers who want to take advantage of the clean, clear, crystal waters, without being knocked over by those huge waves.

After the exertion of playing in those waves (or simply turning over in the sun) Dehouche recommend continuing on to Barra de Guaratiba and the excellent restaurant of ‘Bira’ whose privileged location affords it unrivalled views of the bay. Appropriately, Bira serves traditional and tasty Brazilian seafood dishes, though Dehouche can also vouch for the caipirinhas and ‘pasteis’ (delicious deep fried crisp parcels of meat, fish or cheese) should you find yourself waiting for a table at the bar in this popular post beach haunt.

Before heading home, don’t forget to stop in at the country retreat of landscape architect Burle Marx, located not far from the restaurant. Admire the 365,000m2 collections of 3,500 species of tropical plants, before visiting the studio and former home of the late artist. At the end of a difficult day, let your Dehouche driver take you back to the comforts of your boutique hotel, as you ponder schemes of how you, like Dehouche’s founders, can make Rio your year round home.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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