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Oct 29, 2018 08:06 GMT
The Latin AmericanExperience – Top tipsfrom our local expert forunforgettable meetingsand events
According to a recently published CWT Meetings & Events’ trends report,the top destinations for 2019 in Latin America (LATAM) will be Sao Paulo,Mexico City, Bogota, Rio de Janeiro, Ocho Rios, Lima, Nassau, Cali, Curitiba,and Medellin.
With Brazil and Colombia dominating the panel with three cities making itto the top ten for each country, we interviewed Gustavo Elbaum, LatinAmerica Senior Director at CWT Meetings & Events, to find out which is hisfavorite destination in the region and why.
Sao Paolo is number one on the list for 2019. Why do you think that is?
Sao Paulo is the biggest city in Latin America and the GDP of the city isbigger than the one in some countries in the region.
From the list, which city is your personal favorite?
It would be Rio de Janeiro. The city is challenging and it is going through apolitical and economic transformation; hoping to get better soon. Indeed itis a great place to visit and to host events.
The pool at Fasano ©Daniel Pinheiro.
Where would you recommend to stay in Rio?
I would recommend staying at the South Beach Area: Ipanema, Leblon,Arpoador and Copacabana. The best choices would be Fasanoor Copacabana Palace.
Best place to eat in Rio?
A very cool place is Aprazível Restaurant in Santa Teresa.
Santa Teresa.
Favorite local specialty?
Besides the typical food like feijoada, barbecue (churrasco), as well aswonderful seafood, I would go for a mix of finger foods like bolinho debacalhau, pastel de queijo e camarão, tradicionais bolinhos de carne… theyare all great choices.
Best shop or market?
Ipanema is the key point for shopping - fashion and with an array ofoptions.
Ipanema beach.
If they only have 24 hours in your top city, what must visitors do?
I would start with Cristo Redendor in the morning, then go to Santa Teresa -lunch at Aprazível; go down to Ipanema Beach and enjoy a little bit of sunand the environment and enjoy the happy hour at Astor and go for dinner inthe neighborhood.
What about just an evening?
A good walk along the beach to enjoy a nice sunset, ending in Arpoadorbeach, followed by the happy hour at Astor and a dinner in the area.
Pão de Açucar.
And a few days?
I would take in three/four days. On day one I would visit all the touristicspots such as the Cristo Redendor and the Pão de Açucar (Sugar Loaf)combined with a visit to downtown ( Confeitaria Colombo restaurant is agood choice for lunch) and also a sunset/dinner in Santa Teresa (Aprazívelrestaurant). On the second day I would go to Grumari area to enjoy a veryspecial day at the beach - lunch at Restaurante Point. To end the trip, Iwould stay in Ipanema beach area in order to enjoy the beach but also allthe good vibe and restaurants around.
MAC Niteroi ©Leo Zulluh.
What are the coolest venues in Rio?
Museu do Amanhã, Forte the Copacana, Museu de Arte Contemporânea inNiteroi, Marina da Gloria, Espaço MAM, Solar Real, and Ilha Fiscal.
Most interesting personality from Rio?
Antonio Carlos Jobim - the greatest singer of Bossa Nova.
Why is Rio great for meetings and events?
It is the perfect combination between structure and beauty - Rio has"something very special", a different vibe that enchants visitors.
Street art, Rio
Any safety and security tips for Rio?
Come with a local company with local knowledge and expertise.
Favorite Latin American destination not on the list? And why?
Buenos Aires is definitely top 10 – it was not on the list, but it is anamazing city with wonderful history, music, food, and night life. And verynice people!
What are your number one cities for the other regions?
Barcelona for Europe, Middle East and Africa; New York City for NorthAmerica, and Shanghai for Asia Pacific.
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