Brazil with plenty of natural attractions and adventure activities options, and, of course, warm climate, is a perfect holiday destination to visit round the year. Its two major cities – Rio de Janeiro and the Amazon – are simply fabulous destinations to visit. Rio de Janeiro attracts millions of tourists from around the world to its gorgeous beaches and the famous Rio Carnival, while the Amazon is a major attraction for eco-tourists with its biodiversity and abundant natural attractions.

If you are planning a vacation to Brazil, then the summer months of December through February are the best and most popular with the tourists. Here are some of the things that you can look forward to when visiting during these months.

What to expect in Dec-Feb  

• Surfing - being the best season of the year. Visit Santa Catarina known for its fabulous beaches. You will love surfing along its coast.
• Angling and boat excursions  - head to Rio Negro and Rio Solimoes, the tributaries of River Amazon ideal for this adventure sport.
• Celebrate Christmas – visit the mountains of Campos do Jordão. Many attractions and a series of events await you. The celebrations take place from late December to January 6. Get ready to enjoy amazing fireworks display on New Year’s Eve.
• Rio Carnival - visit Rio de Janeiro for the world-famous carnival marked by samba dance, music, floats, parades and many other competitions. It will take place from February 13 through February 18, 2015.
• Summer festival in Blumenau - an important event in Santa Catarina city, a German immigrants-dominated area. The Sommerfest will be marked with weekly celebrations of German dancing, music and food. It will be held throughout February at Parque Vila Germanica.

These are undoubtedly the popular events held during the summer season in Brazil and provide enough reasons to visit this beautiful country.