On the eve of winter, a list of destinations in the mountains and on the South-East coast
OR Saint Valentine, right in the middle of the June chill, is the perfect excuse for a quick weekend getaway, even better if it’s a charming accommodation with a fireplace, bathtub and stunning views. Below we list the destinations that combine different ingredients to please couples on the eve of winter:
1. Campos do Jordão (SP)
During the day, the mountainous landscape of Serra da Mantiqueira it’s the attraction. From sunset onwards, the program includes visits to the chocolate and knitwear shops in the tourist centre Capivari village. At night, the romantic atmosphere reaches its peak in the restaurants where you can share a fondue. See here for tour and restaurant suggestions in Campos do Jordão. In addition to these attractions, there is a good hotel offer and a wide variety of houses and apartments for rent through Airbnb.
2.Cunha (SP)
Great option for a Valentine’s Day trip, Wedge It is best known for the ceramic workshops in the center and for the lavender fields on the road leading to Paraty. But couples can also find good restaurants, an olive tree plantation, a craft brewery and a path that leads to the Pedra da Macela, the postcard of the city. Greenhouse from Bocaina. Our Cunha guide lists the city’s top activities, plus recommendations for charming inns. Also take a look at this selection of chalets, cabins and houses for rent in Cunha via Airbnb.
3. Holambra (SP)
About two hours from Sao Paulo, Holambra It retains the influences brought by the Dutch colonizers and is a two-day trip as well as a day trip from the capital of Sao Paulo. Couples can enjoy the traditional Dutch-style facades, the Moinho dos Povos Unidos and the flower fields on the outskirts of the centre: find out how visits to this area work.
4. Monte Verde (MG)
The cold climate that prevails throughout the year is one of the attractions of green hill, which despite coming from Minas Gerais, is closer to the city of Sao Paulo than to Belo Horizonte. Owner of a very respectable property, it is one of the main winter destinations in Brazil and can be an excellent travel option for Valentine’s Day: there are ecotourism activities, such as hiking trails and quad bike tours, as well as cozy accommodation with views of the landscapes mountain people. Our comprehensive guide to Monte Verde provides recommendations on tours, inns and restaurants.
5. Paraty (RJ)
During the colder months of the year, a trip to Paraty You can combine long walks in the well-preserved historic center, visits to the region’s cachaçarias and meals in the city’s sophisticated restaurants: the main recommendations are collected here. Even better if you stay in one of the charming inns in the center or in one of these heavenly houses, surrounded by the Atlantic Forest.
6. Petropolis (RJ)
How about taking the car and taking a trip through the scenery of Serra dos Órgãos? The starting point could be Petrópolis, owner of palaces and villas as far as the eye can see. From there you can visit cities such as Itaipava, Teresópolis, Nova Friburgo and Lumiar: see the full itinerary of the region. Another option in Serra Fluminense is to explore the Finnish heritage of Penedo and the waterfalls of Visconde de Mauá.
Extra: Valentine’s Day in Sao Paulo and surrounding areas
For those planning Valentine’s Day at the last minute, a good option is to rent a romantic accommodation through Airbnb: let yourself be inspired by this list of chalets, cabins and tree houses that are up to 200 km from the capital São Paulo. You can also spend a special night or weekend without even leaving the city: consult the list of apartments located in historic buildings in the center of São Paulo.
Source: Terra
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