Jetsetters with a "zest for life" may find that taking a TAM Airlines flight to Brazil and heading to Rio de Janeiro provides them with an unforgettable experience.

Marco Lomanto, products and destinations manager at Brazilian tourist board Embratur, observed that the city has a range of offerings for holidaymakers.

"In one trip a tourist can see the rainforest and the beaches as well as enjoying Michelin-starred food and celebrations," he asserted.

Those with flights to Sao Paulo booked may want to make their way up the coast to Rio de Janeiro to take in some of the many cultural experiences on offer.

Mr Lomanto observed that there is a plethora of museums, churches, concert halls, show venues and art galleries.

Sunseekers will also find plenty to occupy them on the iconic Copacabana and Ipanema beaches, he noted.

In 2014 and 2016, TAM Airlines may experience a surge in passenger numbers as sports fans from all over the world head to the South American country for the Fifa World Cup and Olympic Games.

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