Moving to Brazil and Transportation in Sao Paulo

Posted by shipping Brazil on September 20, 2011 · 1 Comment 

IntlMOVE Brazil will ship your car from the USA to Brazil along with your household goods when you are moving to Brazil. However, if you want to rely on public transportation when moving to Sao Paulo, IntlMOVE Brazil has put together some information to help you get around your new city.

When moving to Sao Paulo, you may not live downtown, but reside somewhere nearby in the metropolitan area. Sao Paulo has a well-developed public transportation system, so it is easy to get around.

Traveling by Car in Sao Paulo

There are over 6 million cars in Sao Paulo, so this mode of transportation is not always the best because of the regular road congestion.

Traveling by Bus in Sao Paulo

SPTrans, or Sao Paulo Transporte, is responsible for the busses, which run throughout Sao Paulo. There are over 17,000 busses that run in Sao Paulo and the outskirts of the city, so knowing which bus to take is important to get around.

You can pay for your bus fare with cash or with a prepaid card called Bilhete Unico. Some of the busses are painted to correspond to the areas of Sao Paulo that they services. These colors may include: light green for the northwest region and dark blue for the northern region.

There are fast-lane bus systems in Sao Paulo, which are connected to the metro. These bus lines are called “Passa Rapido.”

Railways in Sao Paulo

In Sao Paulo, there are 61.5 km of underground railway systems, known as the metro. There are 58 metro stations. The metro system in Sao Paulo is considered one of the best in the world. There are five color-coded lines, which run throughout the city. It is safe and clean, so if you are moving to Sao Paulo, you can be confident that you will be able to travel easily throughout the city.

In addition to the metro, the Companhia Paulista de Trens Metropolitanos (CPTM) serves the Sao Paulo metropolitan area. There are six lines on the CPTM that service regions that the metro does not reach. A daily commute may consist of taking both transportation systems, depending on where you live.

Air Transportation

Your new job in Sao Paulo may require frequent flying. There are three airports in Sao Paulo. The Sao Paulo/ Guarulhos International Airport services domestic and international flights. This airport is located about 25 km outside of the Sao Paulo’s city center. The Congonhas-Sao Paulo Airport only services domestic flights. Private planes and jets can use the Campo de Marte airport.

When moving to Sao Paulo, Brazil with IntlMOVE Brazil, you will know that your household goods are in good hands while they are being shipped overseas. IntlMOVE Brazil will take the utmost care of your personal belongings, to help facilitate a stress free move. When are ready to plan your international move to Brazil, contact IntlMOVE Brazil for your free online shipping quote.

 

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Moving to Belo Horizonte, Brazil with IntlMOVE

Posted by shipping Brazil on September 7, 2011 · Leave a Comment 

Brazil is home to many thriving metropolises, one of which is Belo Horizonte, located in southeastern

Brazil. This is the capital city of the state of Minas Gerais and is home to 5.4 million people if you include the official Metropolitan area.

IntlMOVE Brazil has put together some information on this thriving Brazilian city.

Climate in Belo Horizonte when Moving to Brazil

The tropical weather of Belo Horizonte will allow you to spend a lot of time outdoors. Temperatures throughout the year will range from 48 and 95 degreed Fahrenheit. During the winter months, which are opposite of the U.S. winters, can get chilly. The coldest month is typically in July and the hottest month in January.

In Brazil, winter starts in June, while summer begins in December. Make sure IntlMOVE Brazil ships warm and cool weather clothes to Brazil along with the rest of your household goods.

Things to Do in Belo Horizonte when Moving to Brazil

The city is surrounded by beautiful mountains and filled with many parks. If you enjoy hiking, biking or other outdoor activities, you will love this city.

Music has an influential effect on the culture of this city. Belo Horizonte is well-known for its Indie music scene. Some of the more notable musical artists to come from this city include: Professor Dr. Andersen Viana, Wagner Tiso, Milton Nascimento, Toninho Horta and many more.

If you enjoy museums and theatre, Belo Horizonte has it all. Some of the museums include: the Abílio Barreto Historic Museum, Natural History Museum, Pampulha Art Museum and the UFMG Conservatory. Theatre is also big in this Brazilian city. There are theaters to see performances all year round and there are also a variety of festivals in Belo Horizonte. One festival you will definitely want to visit is the International Theater Festival of Belo Horizonte, which attracts people from all over the world.

Food in Belo Horizonte when Moving to Brazil

Enjoy a wide variety of Brazilian and other ethnic restaurants when dining in Belo Horizonte. Whether you are craving, pizza, barbecue or Thai food, you will find what you are looking for in this diverse city dedicated to culinary greatness. When moving to Brazil, you will want to try adult beverages made with cachaça, which is a distilled spirit made from sugar cane juice.

Transportation in Belo Horizonte when Moving to Brazil

IntlMOVE Brazil will ship your car to Brazil with your household goods. However, there is also public transportation to take you to where you need to go. There are busses and a metro system.

There are three airports in Belo Horizonte, so travel is made easy. Domestic and international flights can be taken from Tancredo Neves/Confins International Airport, which is located about 24 miles outside of the city. Pampulha – Carlos Drummond de Andrade Airport and Carlos Prates Airport are the other two airports.

Religion in Belo Horizonte when Moving to Brazil

Belo Horizonte is mainly comprised of people who follow a Christian religion. Almost 70 percent are catholic, about 18 percent are protestant and about 8 percent don’t practice a religion.

Brazil is a very diverse country with a lot to offer. When you are ready to move to Brazil, contact IntlMOVE Brazil for a free online quote to ship household goods from the U.S. to Brazil.

 

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