Local Information

Wind/Weather
The northeast coast of Brazil has some of the most consistent wind on the planet, due to the trade winds that arrive from Africa. With constant year round winds, kitesurfing is possible in any season. However, the best time is the second half of the year from July to January with peak months being August and September. On most days in Prea, wind averages about 20 knots with gusts up to 40 on some days. See for yourself by checking out the Windguru.com wind forecast for Jericoacoara, Fortaleza, or Cumbuco.

Official language
Portugues

Capital
Brasilia

Form of government
Republic

Visas
Many countries, including most countries in Europe, are exempt from requiring a visa to enter Brazil, however you need a valid Passport. To see if your country requires a visa, click here.
U.S. and Canadian citizens do require a visa, and there are processing fees involved ($100 USD for U.S. citizens and $72 CDN for Canadians). Once validated, U.S. visas are good for 5 years for return trips.
For all information about visas for U.S. citizens click here. Canadian citizens click here.

Size
8.514.215 km²

Population
186,8 Mio

Density of population
22 inhabitants per km²

Religion
Mainly Christians

Location
South America

Time difference
CET -4 hours.

Electricity
110-volt alternating current. An American adapter plug is necessary.

Telephone
The dialling code for brazil is +55.
Calling somebody by the use of telephone cards is possible in many places. .
Mobile phones work.

Internet
There are several internet cafés nearby or even in the hotels.

Climate/clothing
The climate is tropical. Easily washable light cotton clothing is recommended. For the cooler evenings during winter a light pullover is advisable. Sun protection is important!

Health regulations
If you travel from Europe there won't be any immunization required. Nevertheless it is recommended, especially for individualistic travellers, to get a vaccination against hepatitis A, tetanus, typhoid and Yellow Fever.
Consult your family doctor before departure.

Transfer
The transfer from the airport to the Preá takes about 4 Hours.

Currency/mode of payment
Local currency is Brazilian Real