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ALL THE BETTER TO KNOW BRAZIL

The savvy traveler heading down to Brazil will want to check this guide to Brazilian culture. "Maria-Brazil," named in honor of Brazilian women everywhere, has been on the Web since 1995, promoting understanding of Brazil and its people. There's an excellent collection of articles about modern Brazilian culture, from body language to bikinis–-the latest fashion is the embroidered bikini, preferably in shocking pink. On body language, Maria-Brazil illustrates a score of gestures that can help you get attention, win a smile, or avoid a nasty impasse. Like using the American OK sign that has a decidedly obscene meaning in Brazil. Maria-Brazil's Little Black Book offers genuine insider tips on the best places to wine and dine in Rio. The real Maria-Brazil is an American, Sheila Thomson, who has lived and traveled extensively in Brazil. "If I couldn't go to Brazil often, I would shrivel and die from human warmth deprivation," says Sheila. That warmth shines through in Sheila's web pages.

Wed, 07 Jun 2000 06:07:51 -0700