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How to Get Tickets to Lollapalooza Brazil and Lollapalooza Chile 2012

Where: Brazil
November 22, 2011 at 1:13 PM | by | Comments (0)

In addition to the Chicago summer fest, Lollapalooza will also return to South America next year with the second annual Lollapalooza Chile in O’Higgins Park in Santiago on March 31 – April 1, 2012, and the first-ever Lollapalooza Brazil at the Jockey Club in Săo Paulo, April 7-8, 2012.

The Foo Fighters, Arctic Monkeys, Skrillex, Calvin Harris, MGMT, TV On The Radio, Bassnectar, Band of Horses, Thievery Corporation, Peaches, Cage the Elephant, Joan Jett & the Blackhearts, Friendly Fires, Foster the People and Tinie Tempah are all scheduled to appear at both Lollapalooza Chile and Lollapalooza Brazil.

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TAM Tweaks Their In-Flight WiFi to Include Long-Haul Flights

Where: Brazil
August 4, 2011 at 8:43 AM | by | Comments (0)

It’s been some time since we heard about TAM Airlines and their new in-flight technology, but now is a perfect moment to revisit the topic as they’re beginning to expand their travel tech.

While in-flight WiFi is available on certain short-haul trips, the big news is that TAM is now bringing the magic of in-flight accessibility to some of their long-haul flights as well. They’ll be using OnAir to provide all the behind-the-scenes magic, as they start to equip their Boeing 777s along with Airbus A330s and A350s. In total there should be roughly 80 jets when the mechanics, electricians, and engineers finally hang up their wrenches and wire cutters.

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The First 'Twilight: Breaking Dawn' Trailer Gives Glimpses of Rio and 'Isle Esme'

June 6, 2011 at 2:00 PM | by | Comments (0)

Twilight fans finally got a sneak peek at the cinematic moments they've been dying to see: Edward and Bella's wedding, Honeymoon, and impending parenthood.

At last night's MTV Movie Awards, Taylor Lautner, Robert Pattinson, and Kristen Stewart finally presented the first full length trailer for the final chapter in the Twilight Saga, Breaking Dawn, which will be split into two films.

For the first time, we get a glimpse of Edward and Bella's wedding, which, even though it looks like an exotic destination, was actually filmed just outside of Vancouver, in the rain. The entire area was covered with tarps and umbrellas to keep sneaky paparazzi at bay.

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James Cameron and Arnold Schwarzenegger Frolick in the Amazon for 'Avatar 2'

Where: Brazil
April 7, 2011 at 3:58 PM | by | Comments (0)

Last week James Cameron, Bill Clinton, and Arnold Schwarzenegger came together for the Second Annual International Forum on Sustainability in Manaus, Brazil. During the event, Cameron told reporters that he wants to bring the cast of his Avatar sequels to Brazil's Amazon Rainforest so they can be inspired by the location and its indigenous tribes.

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'An Idiot Abroad' Visits Rio During Carnival and Predictably Dislikes the Noise

February 28, 2011 at 2:01 PM | by | Comments (0)

This week's episode of An Idiot Abroad landed Karl Pilkington in Rio during Carnival to take in the wonder that is Christ The Redeemer, as well as a bit of the local culture.

Compared to previous episodes, Brazil was predictable, and stereotypical. Instead of stepping off the beaten path, Karl got waxed and shopped for a Speedo before being forced to spend time at gay and nude beaches. No surprises there.

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Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart Kiss Their Way Around Brazil for 'Breaking Dawn'

Where: Brazil
November 12, 2010 at 1:35 PM | by | Comments (0)

Kristen Stewart and Robert Pattinson didn't let a little thing like a hostage situation keep them from filming in Brazil. After hostages were taken at the Intercontinental Rio de Janeiro back in August, there was some speculation that The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn's pivotal honeymoon scenes would be shot somewhere else.

Despite the controversy, the producers of Breaking Dawn decided to shoot in Brazil anyway and filming is officially underway this week.

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The 'Twilight' Cast May Bail on Filming 'Breaking Dawn' in Rio after Hostage Situation

August 27, 2010 at 10:58 AM | by | Comments (0)

This week we've learned there is at least one thing that can scare off vampires and werewolves: hostage situations.

The next installment of the Twilight Saga, Breaking Dawn, was expected to shoot a few key scenes in Rio de Janeiro. But, after last weekend's deadly shootout between cops and gang members at the InterContinental Rio de Janeiro, they may be backing out.

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United Pilot Goes Pantsless to Protest Frustrating Airport Security

June 28, 2010 at 8:31 AM | by | Comments (0)

We complain about airport security and all the hassles it presents to those attempting to travel at least once a week. However, even the most frequent traveler probably doesn’t have to face the security gauntlet as much as pilots and flight attendants do. Last Friday, one United Airlines pilot, Michael Slynn, just couldn’t take it anymore, and instead of trying for the umpteenth time to go through the metal detector, he just removed his pants.

The pilot was briefly held up at the airport in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil for some questioning, but was back on his way after they discovered that he was just frustrated and not nuts. He was even allowed to fly his plane off to Washington DC, but he was told that he would have to go before a judge the next time he returns to Brazil. We’re wondering if he’ll put in for a route switch so he can avoid the country for this reason.

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Rio de Janeiro Puts Christ On Ice Until Mudslides Subside

April 14, 2010 at 12:05 PM | by | Comments (0)

These first few months of 2010 have welcomed everything but tourists it seems, as natural disasters like earthquakes, floods ands even volcanoes put a crimp in itineraries. And although we're hoping that the sun of summer will wipe the problems away, it looks like Mother Nature will have her last laugh...in shutting down the Christ the Redeemer Statue in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

What they've got down there is a Machu Picchu-type flooding and mudslide emergency. Already the torrential rains and mudslides have killed 246 people, with almost another 200 still missing. And they're not risking more lives just so people can take a quick picture of themselves with one of the seven "new" wonders of the world.

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Designer Diane Von Furstenberg's 'Journey of a Dress' Heads to Sao Paulo

Where: Iguatemi Mall, Av. Brigadeiro Faria Lima 2232, Sao Paulo, Brazil
April 6, 2010 at 11:35 AM | by | Comments (2)

Diane von Furstenberg is many great things—an iconic womenswear designer, a philanthropist, the President of the Council of Fashion Designers of America and a model for healthy living—but she is also a consummate world traveler (and travel tweeter). In fact, when she starred in recent American Express commercials, she credited experiencing the world with giving her the inspiration to create beautiful clothing and become a stronger, independent woman. We kind of love her, if you haven't already gotten that.

Thus, it's about time she launches her first store in South America, at the Iguatemi Center in Sao Paulo, Brazil. The grand opening of the boutique comes on Thursday night, when Diane herself hosts a huge Brazilian bash and also inaugurates the start of the Sao Paulo leg of the traveling exhibition "Journey of a Dress," curated by Vogue's Andre Leon Talley.

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Brazilian Airlines Must Now Rank Their Seats By Legroom Space

Where: Brazil
March 17, 2010 at 9:00 AM | by | Comments (0)

Here’s something to add to that Passenger Bill of Rights idea that is continually kicked around. In Brazil, the government is actually requiring the country’s airlines to provide a rating on the abundance of legroom in their planes, or lack thereof. It would ensure that passengers are comfortable, or at least prepare people for what to expect when it comes to their in-flight comfort.

The National Civil Aviation Agency has created a five-tiered system that will actually assign a letter grade and color to legroom availability and comfort. An "A" rating means there will be at least 28 inches between headrests, but the bottom of the barrel—an "E" rating—means there is only about 26 inches between the seats. There’s no rating for seat comfort, so you’ll still be totally surprised when your seat is as hard as a rock. If this ever makes it to the US, we’ll need to change the E to an F so even elementary school kids will know their seat assignments suck.

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Brazil's Gol Might Have The Cleanest Airline Garbage In The World

Where: Brazil
February 18, 2010 at 11:35 AM | by | Comments (0)

Until a viable biofuel option really takes off it’s kind of difficult to bring a little green to air travel. However, Brazilian airline Gol is not letting this stop them. Even though their planes run on regular old jet fuel, they are looking to eliminate the waste from their, uh, waste.

The airline has set up special facilities at many of their bases, and they have a pretty good rate of successfully cleaning things up in an earth friendly way. Their maintenance centers follow some pretty strict environmental standards to ensure that all oil and other chemical garbage is treated prior to being sent elsewhere. When it comes to the inside of the planes, Gol is using some kind of special industrial towels to get things spiffy for passengers. They even wash the towels in some sort of fancy way to cut down on waste.

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