Tag Archives: Carnival

União da Ilha do Governador

Posted on December 14, 2010 by WanderLustJeff

Founded:  1953 Colors: Blue, Red & White Theme for 2011:  “The mystery of life” Website: http://www.gresuniaodailha.com.br Performing:  Monday, March 7th, 2011 9:00pm 2010 Finish: 11th place The year 2011 will be an exciting one for União da Ilha as they … Continue reading →

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São Clemente

Posted on December 13, 2010 by WanderLustJeff

Founded:  1961 Colors:  Gold and Black Theme for 2011:  “Yours, mine, our Rio, blessed by God and beautiful by nature” Website:  http://www.saoclemente.com.br Performing:  Sunday, March 6th, 2011 9:00pm In 2010, São Clemente won their division (Access group) with a near … Continue reading →

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The Gods of Carnival: Rio’s Samba Schools

Posted on December 12, 2010 by WanderLustJeff

The Carnival parade in the Sambadrome is by far the biggest, most celebrated and decorated aspect of Carnival in Rio de Janeiro. Spanning over a kilometer long, the purpose-built Sambadrome houses over 50,000 revelers on either side of the long … Continue reading →

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Trip Notes ~ Rio Carnival & Beyond

Posted on October 30, 2010 by WanderLustJeff

Last updated: 03/28/2011 Introduction Welcome to Unravel’s Experiences of a Lifetime! Want to dance in the streets from dusk ’til dawn, take in the most vibrant parade in the world, and feel the samba strike your soul? There’s no greater … Continue reading →

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New Orleans Mardi Gras vs. Rio de Janeiro Carnival

Posted on June 7, 2010 by WanderLustJeff

Lately I’ve noticed that while most Americans are familiar with Mardi Gras in New Orleans, there are quite a few that don’t quite know what Carnival is. And from my experience there are many non-Americans that aren’t too familiar with … Continue reading →

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Unravel Travel to Launch March 5, 2011 for Carnival in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil!

Posted on March 29, 2010 by WanderLustJeff

After years of traveling and working for some of the most inspiring travel and adventure sport companies, Jeff Alexander realized that while the world is enough, working for someone else isn’t enough. He has enjoyed sharing his passion of travel … Continue reading →

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