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POUSADA RABO DO LAGARTO, A CAPIXABA TREASURE

Claudia Liechavicius — Wed, 27 Jan 2021 20:56:29 +0000

That Brazil is immense and beautiful everyone already knows. But that the countryside of Espírito Santo is wonderful, maybe it will be a surprise for you. After all, when talking about a Brazilian state bathed by the Atlantic Ocean, it is assumed that the beaches are the highlight. But do you want to know the truth? The city of Domingos Martins, where the State Parks of Pedra Azul and Forno Grande are located, is the big star with its natural pools, in addition to having an ultra romantic route called “Rota do Lagarto” that will leave you totally in love.

So let’s take it in parts. The first step is to choose a hotel as special as the region. And here’s a powerful tip. You know a place that exudes love everywhere? Flowery. Full of color. Illuminated. Elegant. Surrounded by greenery. Sophisticated. And at the foot of the immense monolith of Pedra Azul that can almost be touched from the balconies. This is the Pousada Rabo do Lagarto. For you to have a more accurate idea of what I’m talking about, let’s just say that it is considered one of the best inns in Brazil. It has only 17 suites. Each one with its own unique decoration. But, all of them super whimsical. I chose the Zermatt Suite for my 4-day stay and I recommend it. It has a fireplace for the coldest days (after all it is in the mountains, at over a thousand meters of altitude), a hot tub to relax after doing the many must-see trails in the region and a lacy canopy bed. Cozier than this? impossible!

Another fundamental point for this pandemic moment, which requires care and isolation, is that the inn follows the Safe & Clean protocols developed by the Circuito Elegante hotel team. This gives a lot of tranquility during the lodging. Havaianas sandals are kindly provided for you to leave your shoes outside; after guests enter the accommodation, no one else enters, there is no daily cleaning service (fantastic for this phase that will pass!); the buffet breakfast was replaced by a Happy Box, which comes sealed, and can be served at any time the guest wants. And so on. Very nice!

In terms of location, it couldn’t be more perfect. Pousada Rabo do Lagarto is located 100 kilometers from Vitória, at the entrance of the Romantic Route, a 7 km stretch full of craft shops, cafes and restaurants, which you can walk from the hotel. Without a car you can easily reach Marietta Delicatessen, Tuia Gastronomia e Arte, Taruira Food Truck, the Da Tutte Mani store … Walking a little further are the Alecrim and Dom Due restaurants. Very good!

If you do the trail, I recommend the Pedra Azul, with a 6 km extension (round trip) with a beautiful dip in the natural pools, and the Forno Grande, 3 km (round trip) with two waterfalls along the way, gazebo and natural pools. From the Gods!!!

Now I’m going to ask you a favor, don’t spread this secret.
XoXo and take care of yourselves. Avoid crowds. All this will soon pass!

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CANOUAN TO DREAM IN SHADES OF BLUE

Claudia Liechavicius — Wed, 20 Jan 2021 22:10:14 +0000

Finally the vaccine against all this madness caused by the coronavirus is coming. But, it will still take a little time for us to have security to travel freely around the world. Isolated places are still the best choice for now. And in terms of exclusivity, the island of Canouan, located in the heart of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, in the archipelago of the Grenadines, in the Caribbean, leads the way.

In this little piece of paradise, the Mandarin Oriental Canouan reigns absolute with its 26 suites and 14 extremely tasteful colonial style villas. It is the only hotel on the island and one of the most luxurious destinations in the Caribbean. The rooms are huge, the decor has details in pink, the bathroom is gigantic and all in marble. The property has a marina, golf course, tennis court, children’s structure, a great spa, stunning blue beaches, white sand and one of the largest natural coral reefs in the Caribbean. The place is so isolated and special that it has become a stronghold of celebrities.

The main beach at Mandarin Oriental Canouan is Godahl Beach, facing the Atlantic Ocean. However, there are several others, less busy and even with beach clubs for guests, within the state park where the hotel is located, which can be accessed with a golf cart, such as Shell Beach and L’Ance Guyac Beach. Keep in mind that the infinity pool will also steal your heart. In addition, you can take boat trips to the neighboring islets and for the more adventurous, there are hiking trails with incredible views.

There are five restaurants within the hotel. All very good and with impeccable service. And there are four others at the Grenadines Estate, a private property that occupies 2/3 of the island, where the hotel is located.

Right now, remote places like the Mandarin Oriental Canouan are the best choice. The island can be accessed from Barbados, Granada or Santa Lucia, via Miami or Panama City.

Take care of yourselves and soon this will all be over.
XoXo and see you next Tuesday.

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YACHT LA PINTA TO SAIL THE GALAPAGOS

Claudia Liechavicius — Tue, 12 Jan 2021 14:56:00 +0000

The biggest question on a trip to the Galapagos is how to explore the archipelago in the best way. After all, there are 19 small islands and 13 slightly larger ones, of which only 4 are inhabited. And each of them keeps its own secrets. Stay on land or throw yourself into the sea? The answer is easy. If you are not one of those people who easily get seasick, take a cruise! It will be easier to access all the corners of this paradise. How long? As long as you can. Galapagos is unbelievable! What boat? Yacht La Pinta. Perfect!!!

I arrived at Yacht La Pinta after doing a lot of research on the Galapagos. I wanted a boat that was small, safe, comfortable, attentive to the environment and with good safety protocols in this pandemic moment. I found it! The Yacht La Pinta is one of the 3 boats belonging to the company Metropolitan Touring that was created exactly with the objective of helping in the environmental preservation of the archipelago that had been suffering from attacks by pirates.

The boat is super charming, has 24 cabins and capacity for 48 passengers. It was recently renovated and its design is contemporary. The rooms are large and well lit. In the bathroom L’Occitane amenities that I love. In addition, the staff is all very kind. The tours are made in groups of a maximum of 11 people so as not to make the animals uncomfortable. Naturalistic guides accompany and explain everything about the species of the archipelago that are beyond exotic. Hiking, kayaking, stand up paddle, boat ride with glass bottom and snorkeling are among the activities available for the adventure. And what an adventure!

I chose a 5-day tour of the eastern islands of the archipelago and regretted not having stayed twice as long. Galapagos is awesome. Each island has its peculiarities. I started the cruise on the island of Baltra, where the airport is. The first stop was at Plaza Sul Island for a sunset trek. As a company, sea lions, land iguanas and hundreds of birds taking care of their young. An emotion like no other. And at each stop, the scenery changed, the animals showed their differences in terms of adaptation and the surprises only increased. On the island of Santa Fé live iguanas of an orange tone that only exist there. In San Cristobal the stars were the giant tortoises that weigh up to 400 kilos. Walking on the beach of Cerro Brujo, where Darwin landed in 1835 is more than special. On the island of Española we were greeted by a school of dolphins before taking a walk among hundreds of marine iguanas.

You know when it’s time to go and you’re not ready to leave yet? It was like that in the Galápagos. What a dream of a place. A trip that brings a lot of reflection and beautiful teachings.

XoXo and a beautiful 2021 for all of us!

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FLOWERS TO WRITE 2021

Claudia Liechavicius — Tue, 29 Dec 2020 13:59:41 +0000

Open the windows! Let the light in. Put good music in the background. Fill the vase with flowers. It can be hydrangea, sunflower, orchid, tulip, daisy, rose… It doesn’t matter which is your favorite. What matters is the color of hope.

2021 is coming. It is true that we are leaving behind the last slippery curves of an arid year. 2020 was challenging, there is no denying it. We say goodbye to difficult, thorny, introspection times. We took a sudden jolt. We left the comfort zone overnight. But, new doors have been opened. We lose the old, we win the new. 2021 will be better!

May the energy that arrives bring us flowers. May the lessons left make sense. May the learning be permanent. May solidarity remain. May the family remain together. May simplicity echo. May new dreams bring enthusiasm.

I wish you Happy Holidays, the best mood for 2021 and a garden full of flowers.

Let the new in!
XoXo and lots of love.

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IT’S CHRISTMAS IN LONDON

Claudia Liechavicius — Thu, 03 Dec 2020 19:23:47 +0000

If you love Christmas raise your hand! And if the date is celebrated in London, even better. I already told you that my darling city in Europe is London. I have such intimacy with the Queen’s Land that I don’t even know how to explain it. A lot of passion.

I love the cosmopolitan atmosphere, the black taxis, the red double-decker buses, the parks, the restaurants, the always busy streets, the many museums with free admission, without the lines, the five o’clock tea, the palaces. And, of course, I have a darling hotel, all glass, with a powerful view of the whole city. Want me to tell you my secret?

It is the Shangri-La Hotel, At The Shard that is reopening its doors right now and welcomes guests with a Christmas festival inspired by the Austrian Alps. Imagine the charm of the five o’clock tea served with this theme. And entitled to Schnitzzel and Raclette. A dream! Keeping in mind that the hotel’s tea is one of the best in London.

The hotel that is my sweetheart will be dressed to celebrate Christmas and New Year’s Eve until March. During this period the menu of the restaurant will be adapted to the “post ski” mood. The most interesting thing is that the whole decoration was designed within a sustainability program, which I value more and more when I travel.

The good news is that London is already receiving visitors from other continents.

Want more London tips? Be sure to dine at the trendy Chinese restaurant, Hakkasan, and Japanese Zuma. Walk leisurely through Hyde Park. Check out the trends in the fancy stores on Sloane Street. Watch a play at Shakespeare’s Globe (April to October) and go back in time. Watch the sunset on the banks of the Thames. Go to Notting Hill’s Saturday flea market. Circle among the National Gallery’s works of art. Watch the changing of the guard at Buckingham Palace. Sit down for a coffee in Covent Garden. And you want to know my favorite store in London? All Saints. Love it!

Jot down all the tips to experience the best of the Queen’s land.

XoXo and see you next Tuesday.

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EXPLORA VALLE SAGRADO

Claudia Liechavicius — Tue, 03 Nov 2020 19:45:23 +0000

To live a genuine experience in the heart of the ancient Inca Empire, among impressive landscapes and in contact with the best of the local culture, today’s tip is to stay between Cuzco and Machu Picchu, in the super exclusive Explora Valle Sagrado. The good news is that Peru is already receiving international tourists.

The Sacred Valley has great magic. Along the Urubamba River and in the valleys of the Peruvian Alps, rural life is revealing itself in several picturesque little towns. It was in this region that the Incas left their mark on many archaeological sites, on people’s features, agriculture and habits. Knowing the remains of the Incas and coming into contact with the legacy of one of the most important civilizations in Latin America is a wealth without size.

Cuzco is the gateway to the Sacred Valley. It is worth remembering that the city has a high altitude and this can bring discomfort. After all, it is 3,440 meters above sea level. To alleviate the discomfort take coca tea, offered in many places, and if necessary take some medicine to calm the symptoms of altitude sickness.

The Explora Valle Sagrado hotel is the perfect location for those who want to get to know this special little piece of Peru, as it is located between Cuzco and Machu Picchu. In addition, it has only 50 rooms located in 4 blocks between corn plantations of an old farm in the region. During the construction process of the hotel, the greatest commitment was to recover and preserve the historical remains. The Pumacahua Bathroom, built in the 17th century, which belonged to the Inca Mateo Pumacahua, one of the heroes of Peru’s independence, has been restored in partnership with the Peruvian Archaeology Institute. An important and valuable care. Inside is the hotel’s Spa.

The gastronomy of the region is delicious. The restaurant at Explora Valle Sagrado is curated by Peruvian chef Virgílio Martínez, who for you to have an idea is the owner of one of the best restaurants in the world, Central. The cuisine is inspired by the Andes using very high quality products. In fact, the cuisine of Explora hotels has great fame!

About the tours, in the hotel there are more than 40 possibilities of routes that can be done on foot, by bike or even by car. You can’t miss a trip to Machu Picchu, the ruins of Pisac, the salt mines of Maras, the agricultural center of Moray, the ruins complex of Ollantaytambo, the ancient capital of the Inca empire Cuzco and the archeological sites of Saqsaywaman, Qenqo, Pukapukara among others.

A really special trip for those who want to get out of the obvious and live an enriching experience.

I wish you all a wonderful November. XoXo

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KENYA, TO LIVE AN IMPACTING EXPERIENCE IN MAHALI MZURI

Claudia Liechavicius — Tue, 29 Sep 2020 18:36:02 +0000

The “Great Migration”! Those two little words jump like gazelles when you think of an adventure in Kenya. In fact, they are exactly the gazelles, which together with thousands of zebras and wildebeests, give the greatest show of wildlife on the face of the Earth. This annual migration takes place from the Serengeti (Tanzania) to the Masai Mara National Reserve (Kenya), when the animals make a pilgrimage of almost 2,000 kilometers in search of water and food, from July to October.

To live this dream in style and watch the unbelievable annual migration, nothing better than to be in a place whose name means “beautiful place,” which was born out of the passion of mega entrepreneur Richard Branson for Africa, to help protect both the local community and wildlife. This is Mahali Mzuri, a super exclusive campsite of the Virgin Limited Edition group, with only 12 luxury tents, with private deck. The camp is located in an extensive conservation area, next to a valley, where you will witness the spectacle of wildlife in the Kenyan plains. And the good news is that the country has been open to visitors since the beginning of August.

Twice a day, Mahali Mzuri offers game drives with the chance to see many animals. Kenya is home to the Big Five: elephant, buffalo, leopard, rhinoceros and lion. It is one of the best places in the world to watch cats. Moreover, it is to relax in the peace of the camp and visit the maasai villages of the region. Mahali Mzuri is totally connected to the community and 100% sustainable. One of those perfect places to live an unforgettable experience.

Once in Kenya, it is worth visiting the capital Nairobi which is 240 km from Mahali Mzuri, visit the Ol Pejeta animal life preservation reserve to see the few white rhinos that still exist in the world and enjoy a turquoise blue on the beaches of the island of Lamu, the new and untouched African hotspot. If you have more time, go to the beautiful neighbors Tanzania, Rwanda and Ethiopia.

I bet you’ll sleep tonight dreaming about the “Great Migration”! Take a look at the tables with special prices of Mahali Mzuri in this period of resumption. It is a good opportunity to make an incredible trip, helping the communities of the region and helping to maintain the local ecosystem.

XoXo and see you next week.

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WHERE CAN WE GO? LAS VENTANAS AL PARAISO!

Claudia Liechavicius — Tue, 01 Sep 2020 19:32:18 +0000

Moving freely around the world is not yet an absolute reality. Many borders remain closed to tourism and many countries request a Covid-19 test and a two-week quarantine. But, some paradises are already beginning to open cracks for those who venture out of isolation, such as Mexico. Want to know the most exclusive corner of the country? The west coast. And do you want to know where to stay in style? At the fantastic Las Ventanas al Paraíso, in Los Cabos, on the Gulf of California.

Think of an impeccable and surprising hotel in terms of pampering, accommodation, connection with culture, gastronomy, natural beauty and service. Yes. All of this, in one place, which serves as Las Ventanas al Paraiso. The name cannot translate more perfectly what is to come, the hotel opens a real window on Mexico’s most secret paradise. Las Ventanas is one of those hotels that alone justify the trip, be it a romantic trip, with small children or even with your pet. Yes, it is pure luxury and it is pet friendly.

Welcome drinks and many kindnesses accompany the experience from the first minute at the hotel until the farewell. Always with great discretion. You hardly even notice the presence of the staff, but when you least expect it, someone comes up with a spray of thermal water to refresh your face or to clean your glasses, with an ice bucket full of little bottles of water, with a menu of books, and so on… This is not an exaggeration, nor my perception alone, Las Ventanas gained fame for reinventing the concept of luxury service in the hospitality industry.

There are 71 immense accommodations, with tremendous privacy, facing the sea, with super neat Mexican decor and handicrafts produced by artisans in the region. Ah, it is worth remembering that check in is done by “your butler”, in the apartment itself, since long before the pandemic.

The heated infinity pool is the hotel’s highest point, as are the spa and restaurants. I ate the best ceviche of my life. Really, unforgettable. It is also worth trying the drinks made with tequila.

The sea of Cortez that bathes the hotel is not the friendliest. It has a lot of current. But, who needs to enter the sea when they have so many possibilities to live? In fact, by car, you can quickly reach quiet beaches like Playa Chilena and Santa Maria.

Las Ventanas al Paraiso, Rosewood Resort is one of those places to live a magical moment. Suffice it to say that it has earned 5 stars from the acclaimed Forbes Travel Guide for the past five years running. So, don’t waste time and take the tip!

XoXo and see you next Tuesday.

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FIVE CITIES THAT STOLE LA CASA DE PAPEL

Claudia Liechavicius — Tue, 07 Apr 2020 19:33:16 +0000

At this time when the world is in quarantine, streaming has been stealing the show. And isn’t it that La Casa de Papel (Money Heist) released the fourth season with its city characters to keep us company? Who has watched the series on Netflix? If you haven’t seen it yet, I’ll give you a little spoiler…

Everything happens in Madrid. A group of strangers, commanded by the brain called “El Professor”, get together to do an unusual robbery at the Royal Mint. So that their identities are not revealed, each of them adopts the name of a city that resembles their profile. Check this out! The plot is unmissable and the characters arouse such empathy in the viewer, to the point of the audience rooting for the happy ending of the bandits.

Rio is the youngest in the group, as is the ” Cidade Maravilhosa” (Marvelous City). He is a hacker, inexperienced and impulsive. At the start, he falls in love with Tokyo, which puts the couple at risk and breaks one of the rules imposed by the teacher.

Tokyo is a beautiful, restless and irreverent woman. She is the capital of Japan on stage. She’s already arrived in the gang with a history of previous trouble. She is so independent and strong that she is constantly arousing jealousy in Rio.

Helsinki is a big Serbian who joins the group for his experience in war. But, he is very sensitive. And that goes back to the cute capital of Finland. He doesn’t hide his sexuality from anyone. He’s a well-resolved man.

Bogotá is the father of seven children spread around the world, one from each relationship. He has a past full of stories just like the capital of Colombia. He is an experienced metallurgist and that was the reason that led him to the group.

Stockholm was the secretary of the Mint’s director and served as a hostage during the first assault. But as life is full of surprises, she changes sides and starts to wield a machine gun as a member of the group after suffering a great disappointment. She is so delicate that her profile resembles the city of Stockholm.

If you haven’t watched La Casa de Papel, I recommend it. The fourth season premiered this week and has been watched by a lot of people. This time the gang is caught up in the theft of the Central Bank of Spain. Will they be able to get away with it?

Travel with them!

XoXo and stay home. Together we are stronger.

Claudia Liechavicius

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CULTURE YOURSELVES!

Claudia Liechavicius — Tue, 31 Mar 2020 19:27:16 +0000

In quarantine times we are socially isolated and confined at home. A tremendous incentive for reflection and an invitation to cross kilometers without leaving the sofa. At this time, culture comes to fill empty spaces with nobility. We have the good company of books, films, series, dance shows, circuses, museums, plays and so on. So, enjoy the moment and CULTURE YOURSELF!

GOOD BOOKS are great companions. I point out José Saramago’s sensational romance novel, “Analysis of Blindness”, which tells the story of a city that collapsed when it was hit by an epidemic of blindness. Another excellent book for this moment is the best seller “Arroz de Palma”, by Francisco Azevedo, which brilliantly addresses the story of a Portuguese family who immigrated to Brazil in search of a better future.

TWO BEAUTIFUL SPECTACLES from the Deborah Colker Dance Company that you can watch for free on the website are “Belle” and “Cão sem Plumas“. The first is inspired by the novel Belle de Jour and tells the story of the bourgeois-married Séverine who, to fill her existential void, spends her afternoons in a rendevu where she goes by the name of Belle. Incredibly sensual! Cão sem Plumas is dense and reflective. It addresses the strength of the riverside population of Pernambuco, which lives on the margins of poverty.

VIA STREAMING watch or review the three seasons available on Netflix for the tense series La Casa de Papel that shows a super robbery at the Mint in Spain plotted by a group of strangers. Have everything fresh in your memory because April 3 premieres the fourth season. It is super awaited!

CIRQUE DU SOLEIL is making available on the Cirque Connect platform free of charge the performance of the show “Kurios” that recently premiered, as well as excerpts from other presentations such as “O” and “Luzia”. It can also be seen on YouTube. You cannot miss it!

SOME MUSEUMS with beautiful collections, which are always full, can now be visited virtually from the sofa in your home, free of charge. My favorites: Louvre, Vaticani Museum, Uffizi Gallery, British Museum, Metropolitan Museum. Don’t miss the chance to color your day with art!

I hope you enjoyed the tips from this cultural trip on the couch. Stay at home and take care of yourself! This nightmare will soon be over and we’ll be able to hug again. Together we are stronger.

XoXo,

Claudia Liechavicius

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