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From late December, when the summer heat begins, until February, Florianópolis is a bustling hive of activity and excitement. This is the peak tourist season in the city and the time when travellers from all over revel in the sunshine and beauty of the 42 incredible beaches, lagoons and waterfalls. Florianópolis’ New Year’s Eve is a once in a lifetime experience. Dress up in white with the locals, watch the beautiful fireworks festival at Beira Mar Avenue and party until sunrise. If you are looking for a cheaper, less crowded and more relaxing holiday, a trip between March and April will be perfect. This is the off-peak travel season in Florianópolis and air fares, accommodation and general prices are at their lowest. The temperatures are warm and welcoming so spending time on Mole Beach or experiencing local flavours at the multitude of restaurants and bars at the Lagoon of Conceição will be enjoyable.

South African citizens do not require a visa to enter Brazil for a maximum stay of 90 days. Ensure your South African passport is valid for at least six months beyond date of return and has at least two blank pages available for stamps. Visitors not in possession of a return/onward ticket could be refused entry. For more information contact the Brazilian Embassy in Pretoria, South Africa.

Tel: ( 27) 12 366 52 00

Email: pretoria@itamaraty.gov.br Visit the official website for more details: Embassy of Brasil in Pretoria

Make sure your routine vaccines that include the MMR vaccine, DPT, Chickenpox, Polio and yearly flu shots are updated before travel. A Yellow Fever vaccination and medication to prevent Malaria is recommended. The Zika virus is also a risk in Brazil and it is recommended that you protect yourself from mosquito bites with mosquito nets, repellents etc. and bear in mind that sexual transmission of Zika is also possible. Zika infection in pregnant women can cause serious birth defects, it is therefore recommended that you not travel to Brazil if pregnant. Visitors to Brazil must obtain a yellow fever certificate to be allowed back into South Africa

Florianopolis is a fairly safe city to visit, however you should still practice normal safety precautions. Keep your valuables and important documentation stored safely at your accommodation or on your person. Watch out for petty crimes like bag-snatching or pick-pocketing and do not flash expensive jewellery, clothes, valuables or large sums of money in public. Try and stick to tourist areas and avoid walking or travelling alone at night.