Members ferrar Posted June 1, 2015 Members Posted June 1, 2015 In a separate thread, ashiker602 commented on his experiences in Porto Alegre and tealady had some follow-up questions. For that I certainly defer to fellow forum member tomcal who has been so very generous over the past few years in providing panoramic images of the beautiful scenery that PA has to offer! I just wanted to comment in a new thread, so as not to hijack the Atlantico one, to tealady and some others, if you become attached to Porto Alegre and its offerings, including its natural resources then you may want to consider also exploring more of Rio Grande do Sul and the Serra Gaucha. Well accompanied, you can have some incredible experiences exploring wine country in Bento Gonçalves, which, despite certain limitations, has progressed very nicely over the past decade. Casa Valduga (among others) is a longtime favorite in the Vale dos Vinhedos. I also like the Marson Vinicula in Cotipoa - quite a drive, but a scenic one. Once you have engaged in the wine tastings (hire a driver so you can freely partake!) and stocked up on your favorite vintages, proceed to Gramado, which has some wonderful pousadas (B&Bs) and upscale restaurants. I like going there in the"cold" of winter outside of the film festival crowds, in a romantic hideaway complete with fireplace. Once there,visit neighboring Canela. If you're lucky there will be snow flurries (happened to me a couple times). Lots of memorable experiences in excellent company. And a real opportunity for those young men you'll be meeting in the capital to get out and see more of their state. lookin, ihpguy and MsGuy 3 Quote
