Iguassu Falls - majestic!

A January 2001 trip to Foz Do Iguacu by DJHerm

Quote: A visit to Iguassu Falls - experiencing the majestic beauty of this natural wonder of the world - is a great way to end a South American travel adventure.

Iguassu Falls - majestic!

Overview

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Taking the double-decker bus tour of the national park gets you to a well maintained walkway taking you right to the falls. You will get wet from the mist and will be confronted by curious (and too well fed) anteaters. Bring your panoramic film!

Quick Tips:

Fine hotel accommodations abound. Don't feel you have to pay top dollar to get a hotel room in the national park. Other hotels along the highway to the falls and in the city itself offer fine accomodations at reasonable price with ready access to everything.

Best Way To Get Around:

Use the local bus system. Take it from the airport, to your hotel, to the falls, and even into Paraguay and Argentina.

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Hotel Florenca Iguacu

Hotel

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This modern hotel, located about half-way between the city and the falls, had all the amenities one needs for basic travel, including restaurant for free breakfast. An outdoor pool, courts and pool table area are available. Professional staff and great service. Very comfortable.

Member Rating 3 out of 5 on February 18, 2001

Hotel Florenca Iguacu
Rodovia das Cataratas
Iguazu Falls, Iguassu Falls, Brazil
(045) 523-4555

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Iguassu Falls

Attraction

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The falls defy description. The national park is very well designed and kept, and is friendly to visitors. The falls attract tourists from all over Latin America and Europe. Take the double-decker bus tour then follow the walkway to the falls. Bring your camera! The falls are a true wonder!

Member Rating 4 out of 5 on February 18, 2001

Iguassu Falls
Cataras Do Iguacu
Iguazu Falls, Iguassu Falls, Brazil

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Pararuay

Attraction

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Huge crowds from Brazil and Argentina flock to this shopping area for the great deals. A lot of Arab and Oriental merchants hawk their items from streetside markets and several mid-scale shopping centers offer a more relaxed experience. Cross the Parana River and Spanish is the language. The world comes into perspective when you're rapping with a Korean shop keeper in Spanish who wants to teach her children English so they can go to university in California.

Member Rating 3 out of 5 on February 18, 2001

Pararuay
Across Friendship Bridge
Iguazu Falls, Iguassu Falls, Brazil

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Itaipu Binacional

Attraction

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Another structure billed as one of the seven wonders of the modern world, this massive hydro-electric dam and facility actually has a good argument for that! This is an exciting stop if you're in awe of the power of modern technology over nature (whether right or wrong), and it's a must see if you're a professional engineer. You also get a good view of the dam from departing aircraft.

Member Rating 3 out of 5 on February 18, 2001

Itaipu Binacional
Avenida TancredoNeves, 6702
Iguazu Falls, Iguassu Falls, Brazil

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Lake Itaipu

Attraction

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The lake is nice retreat for locals and tourists alike offering a South American reservoir beach setting and fishing opportunities. Enjoyable if you want to relax in an international beach setting - but do it in the morning before the afternoon rains (during the rainy season).

Member Rating 2 out of 5 on February 18, 2001

Lake Itaipu
Lake Itaipu
Iguazu Falls, Iguassu Falls, Brazil