BELMOND COPACABANA PALACE: Since its opening in 1923, Belmond Copacabana Palace Rio de Janeiro has become a landmark art deco hotel and a symbol of refined Brazilian luxury on the beach, it is also the perfect luxury retreat from which to explore one of Brazil most vibrant cities. Blending elegance and luxury with a classic style, the palatial property has a lot of history and a long list of celebrity guests. The hotel counts 138 beautifully appointed rooms, 91 suites and seven penthouse suites, all individually designed with elegant furniture and original works of art, each room offers either fabulous views of the ocean or towards the city. Guests lucky enough to be staying at one of the penthouse suites can enjoy private access to an elegant black swimming pool in addition to 24-hour dedicated butler service. For all of the guests, the hotel also offers a state-of-the-art fitness center and the largest outdoor pool in Rio, which is the most glamorous spot to be seen on the weekends, it is also perfect for people watching. Belmond Copacabana offers a variety of top-notch dining options, from modern Brazilian cuisine at Pérgula restaurant to sophisticated Italian cuisine at world-renowned Cipriani restaurant or even pan-Asian at Mee, a Michelin-starred restaurant. Guests can also sip the best caipirinhas in town at the poolside terrace or the pool bar.