Accomodations

Sheraton Rio Resort & Hotel (5 stars)

The Sheraton Rio is the only urban resort in the marvelous city, with six thousand square meters of relaxation and direct access to the beach. The hotel, located in Leblon, offers a paradise atmosphere as well as easy access to the best recreational, cultural and commercial areas in Rio.

For easy access and best rate for Sheraton Rio, go to www.expedia.com and search by city (Rio de Janeiro) and date and you will find the best rate.

Portinari Design Hotel (3 stars)

Not sure whether to stay in Copacabana or Ipanema? Hotel Portinari captures the best of both worlds. Situated half way between these two legendary beaches, Portinari is named after Brazil's famous Modern painter, Candido Portinari, and this hotel is a work of art in its own right.

Ten of Brazil's top architects and designers were invited to bring their unique creativity to different parts of the hotel, from the lobby bar to the rooftop restaurant. Each of the 11 floors was assigned a different architect, including Sig Bergamin and Chico Gouvea. Result: 66 rooms and suites ranging from soothing, contemporary and minimalist to colourful, tropical or traditional. Wherever you are in the hotel the different styles will reach you, whether it be the spa mosaics, the specially commissioned black and white stills of Rio or the staff's funky uniforms. Guests will find friendly and helpful staff and some of Rio's most stylish contemporary rooms. You will definitely get value for your money plus lots of extras such as private airport transfers included in the price.

The best way to book the Portinari hotel is to call or e-mail Roberta:
ROBERTA@BACCTRAVEL.COM
from NYC call 1800 848 2746
outside NYC call 1800 342 5746
Tell her you are a member of the "Goldstein group."