IIS 48th Annual Seminar – Rio de Janeiro Guest Program
Sunday, June 17, 2012
Welcome Reception: Sugar Loaf
Take in the unforgettable views of Rio as you journey up to Sugar Loaf. No visit to Rio would be complete without a visit to this majestic site that is a landmark of this dynamic city. Journeying by gondola, guests will enjoy a private reception on Sugar Loaf while taking in the breathtaking views of Rio, its beaches, the mountains and the iconic Christ the Redeemer aglow in the nightscape of the city.
Monday, June 18, 2012
9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Iconic Rio
Rio’s most iconic symbol - Christ the Redeemer – will be featured on this distinctive excursion. Christ the Redeemer, Rio’s most visited monument, stands 2,329 feet above sea level at the top of Corcovado Mountain and features magnificent views of the city, the bay and the beaches of Rio de Janeiro. Since it was unveiled in 1931, the blessing hands of Jesus have reigned over Rio and now reside as one of the new Seven Wonders of the World. Then off to lunch along the way passing historic landmarks such as the Arches of Lapa, Rio Branco Avenue, Municipal Theater, Fine Arts Museum, National Library, Candelaria Church and the unique Metropolitan Cathedral.
7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Gala Cocktail Reception
8:00 pm – 10:30 pm
Awards Ceremony and Gala Dinner
Tuesday, June 19, 2012
(optional tour)
Tijuca Rain Forest Jeep Tour & Picnic
Experience an open jeep tour of the world’s largest urban forest, the Tijuca Rain Forest. Home to hundreds of species of plants and wildlife - -many of which are threatened by extinction and found only in the Mata Atlantica ecosystem - - the Tijuca Rain Forest was restored by a prolific reforestation program in the late 19th century after being destroyed to make way for coffee farms. Experience a living rain forest with a picnic lunch and a brief and easy nature walk which offers a chance to spot monkeys, toucans, butterflies, and tropical flora. You'll be amazed by the remarkable contrast of this tropical haven which rests amid the pulsating city of Rio de Janeiro.
Wednesday, June 20, 2012
9:00 am – 3:00 pm
The Smile City
Niterói, nicknamed "The Smile City", sits just across Guanabara Bay and features the largest number of works from renowned Brazilian architect, Oscar Niemeyer. Tour one of his most famed projects, the Museum of Contemporary Art which includes works by Antonio Dias, Artur Barrio, Abraham Palatnik and other famous Brazilian artists. Enjoy lunch at Niemeyer-designed Olimpo, perched over the beach and offering dramatic views of Rio. Visit the imposing Fortaleza Santa Cruz da Barra, founded by the French in 1555 and located at the tip of the promontory that dominates the east entrance of the Bay. After the expulsion of the French by the Portuguese, the fortress received its current name and became an intricate part of the strategic defense of the bay. You’ll have plenty of reasons to smile in Niteroi with beautiful beaches, historic forts and a world-class museum.
6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Closing Reception
Enjoy an evening of Brazilian dining, entertainment and hospitality graciously hosted by Cnseg
Dress Code:
Welcome and Closing Reception: smart casual
Gala Dinner: black tie/formal wear
Guest Tours: casual/comfortable attire
