Climate and Packing: how it works in Brazil — first-hand

Recommendations: opt for 'leito' (sleeper) seats for comfort. Bring warm clothing as bus air conditioning is typically set to very low temperatures.

2. **Pregnancy Travel:** Submit a filled, signed, and stamped Pregnancy Certificate and Medif form to Ethiopian Airlines via email at least one day prior to departure. Be ready to present these documents again at Addis Ababa boarding. Carry a self-responsibility letter. 3. **In-flight Experience:** Aircraft may be older (especially Moscow-Addis Ababa), but service is friendly, food is generally good, and amenities (blanket, pillow, headphones, hygiene kit on longer segments) are provided. In-flight entertainment might be limited to English. 4. **Addis Ababa Airport:** The airport is modern with rest areas and food options. 5. **Sao Paulo (GRU) Transfer to Domestic:** Even with a single ticket (e.g., Moscow-Rio), checked baggage MUST be claimed at São Paulo (GRU) and re-checked for domestic flights (e.g., Latam to Rio) after passing customs. A Latam representative might assist with baggage re-check before the main counters. 6. **Domestic Flights in Brazil:** Expect domestic flights to be cold; dress warmly. The recommended layover time for connections is 4-5 hours.

While daytime can reach up to 26°C, early mornings and nights are exceptionally cold. Travelers must pack warm layers (jackets/sweaters). Budget-conscious travelers caught unprepared can source cheap warm clothing at local second-hand stores to avoid paying 100+ BRL for basic sweaters in regular shopping malls.

140° recline) and 'leito/cama' (up to 180° recline). Booking platforms include busbud, obilet, and plataforma10. Passengers are advised to carry warm clothing due to powerful onboard air conditioning.

Temperatures drop significantly in the early mornings and evenings after sunset. Weather in these southern regions can change rapidly.