The most popular time to visit Brazil is for Carnival, the annual debauch-fest preceding Lent, which starts February 6. (The parties rage from February 2 to 5.) But do you really want to compete with all those crowds for a view of a few feathers and spangles? If you're looking for a last-minute getaway, travel around the crowds and consider a smaller city instead of Brazil's big two.
A trip to Salvador da Bahia, in the northeastern part of the country, will expose you to the glories of Brazilian culture in a more laid-back setting. With a package deal, you could learn the samba and Brazilian cooking or kick ass with capoeira classes and still have time to visit the beach. That way, you'll be ready to perform in next year's Carnival parade.
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