Maceio   Maceio is the capital of the state of Alagoas, in northeastern Brazil, with a population of approximately 325,000 people. It is situated below low bluffs between the Atlantic Ocean and the Norte (or Mundaú) Lagoon. Though much of the colonial buildings are gone, giving way to modern architecture, there still remains the Government Palace, the Metropolitan Cathedral, and the Church of Bom Jesús dos Mártires.

Rio de Janeiro   Few will argue that Rio de Janeiro is among the worlds most beautiful cities. Known as the "Cidade Maravilhosa", Rio lies between Guanabara Bay, the beautiful beaches of Copacabana, Ipanema, and Leblon, and a tropically forested Mountain range.

Sao Paulo   Sao Paulo is considered one of Latin America's most important industrial and financial centers. It is the industrial center of Brazil, responsible for over 30% of Brazil's annual GNP and headquarters to the majority of Brazilian and multinational corporations. Strong industrial development and cultural diversity have provided Sao Paulo with the largest, most cultured and educated middle class in Brazil.

Faro   Since the middle of the 16th century, Faro has been the capital of the sunny Algarve region. Famous for its fine beaches, its historical Moorish legacy is seen in the gleaming white villages.

Lisbon   Capital of Portugal, Lisbon is its most important city, home to almost 1,000,000 people. Lisbon's situation is a privileged one, on the sea at the extreme west of Europe, and at the mouth of Portugal's largest river, forming an extraordinary harbor.

Porto   Porto. The capital of north Portugal, where the past of one of the most ancient cities in the Iberian peninsula is found side-by-side with the most modern urban development. It is an economic center and is famous for its scenic beauty, excellent wines, fashionable villas and its 3 remarkable bridges.