The last travel guide featured Buzios, one of ViX designer Paula Hermanny’s favorite places in Brazil.  Florianópolis is another island city famous for its variety of beautiful beaches.  Known affectionately as “Floripa” to locals, the diverse city attracts both posh urbanites and easy-going surfers.  It is also the capital city of Santa Catarina, a state in the southern region of the country.

A trip to Florianópolis gives the visitor a chance for peaceful relaxation without want of nearby city hotspots.  Below, are the must-see places of the city:

Beaches

Yes, there are plenty but it is still ...