February 2015
Interview with Andrea MAJELA CQ: We know you are the IVI DMC2 Regional Director for Brazil, but please tell us a little
Games. There are an array of creative themes
more about yourself.
for incentives: Sports, music, the world-famous
AM: Although for more than 15 years I lived in various parts of the world, I am still proud to say that I am a Brazilian. By means of my travels, I
Carnival, to name but a few. And then there are
have become acquainted with many enriching
Discovering Sugarloaf mountain, visiting Christ the Redeemer, walking the streets of Pelourinho
many
cultures from around the world. I was born in the city of Salvador, Brazil. I acquired a Bachelor's
iconic
sights:
in Bahia, seeing the Iguazu Waterfalls, experiencing adventure in the Amazon, walking
degree in Modern Letters, placing emphasis on French at UCSal (Universidade Católica do
along the Monumental Axis by the impressive government buildings in Brasilia, or just relaxing
Salvador). My husband and I later moved to France. At the Université de Paris VIII I earned
on the beautiful Atlantic beaches.
another degree. During our stay in Paris, I worked as an interpreter and translator at several events. I have taught both French and
CQ: In your opinion, why is Brazil a top destination for the M&I industry?
Portuguese as a second language. I later moved to the Dominican Republic, where I earned a
AM: Brazilian culture is rooted in that of Portugal. Brazil has 26 charming states that
bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management at PUCMM, Santo Domingo. For 5 years, I worked
offer the opportunity to enjoy the great traditions, legends, and cuisine of this country. A great
as the Director of the Dominican Republic Tourism Bureau for the Brazilian Market. I have vast knowledge and experience in the tourism
concept for a themed event. The fascinating diversity and immense beauty, everything seems larger than life. Brazil's large territory
industry, where I have been working for more than 15 years.
contains 60% of the Amazon rainforest, which is recognized as having the greatest biological
CQ: What are the advantages of holding a conference in a destination such as Brazil
diversity in the world. Further, it also has outstanding tourist infrastructure, from luxury
that is so rich in culture and biodiversity?
hotels
How can this enrich the experience of attendees?
Brazilian destinations offer a wide variety of excellent hotels that meet the budget of
The
tourism
sector
beachfront
cabanas.
All
that arrive early and depart from Rio de Janeiro, Sao Paulo, Brasilia, and Salvador late in the
investment in infrastructure in preparation for the World Cup last year and many hotels underwent renovations.
simple
individual travelers as well as group programs. Most international flights are overnight flights
AM: The country’s strength lies in the variety of options offered. In Brazil there was increased
huge
to
evening, thus making the travelling experience easier.
is
completely prepared for the 2016 Olympic
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