Occupying a massive chink of the South American continent, Brazil and its 200 million people have become one of the most significant nations on Earth in the 21st century. Without a doubt, it has become one of the world's most powerful Portuguese speaking nations, as desperate young people from the mother country have fled their economically destitute land in search of opportunity here. Others, like you dear traveler, often come seeking some of the best parties, surfing beaches, and jungle environments