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Registration for INTERNATIONAL participants - main information

The Encuentro de las Américas de Turismo Social – Florianópolis 2025, BRAZIL, offers you a complete EARLY BIRD package until full availability at the Hotel Sesc Cacupé which INCLUDES transfer to and from the airport (pre-established schedules and in shared mode), 4 nights accommodation with full board (Tuesday 24th at 3 pm until noon on Saturday 28th June 2025), field visit and access to all the conferences and panels planned.  

IMPORTANT NOTE: when there is no more availability at Sesc Cacupé, you must proceed in two stages:

1) Registration through this platform which INCLUDES transfer to and from the airport  (according to pre-established schedules on June 24th and 28th and in shared mode), field visit and access to all the lectures and panels planned (includes health breaks and some meals). Full board does not apply!

2) Direct reservation of accommodation in a selected hotel at a special rate that includes breakfast and transfers to/from the Encuentro site. 

Please note that the total amount of your participation will be higher due to the change of accommodation.

The Encuentro de las Américas de Turismo Social – Florianópolis 2025, BRAZIL, will be held at the Hotel Sesc Cacupé from June 25th to 27th, with the valuable support of Serviço Social do Comércio - Sesc Santa Catarina and Departamento Nacional, members of the International Social Tourism Organisation ISTO.  

We are waiting for you!

*All prices are in US dollars (U$D) and are subject to the transaction fees of our partner, WeTravel.

INCLUDED* 

- Access to all conferences and panels scheduled to take place during the Encuentro.   

- Participant's kit 

- Simultaneous interpretation in Portuguese, Spanish, English, Brazilian Sign Language (Libras).

- Health breaks

- Welcome cocktail, June 25th

- Festive dinner, June 26th

- 4 nights accommodation at Hotel Sesc Cacupé, full board (breakfast, lunch and dinner) from Tuesday 24th at 3 p.m. to noon on Saturday 28th June 2025

- Transportation AEROP-Hotel Sesc Cacupé-AEROP (according to pre-established schedules on June 24th and 28th and in shared mode).

- Field visit - June 25th

* All prices are in U.S. dollars (U$D) and are subject to the transaction fees of our partner, WeTravel.

Additional information about your ACCOMMODATION:

Hotel Sesc Cacupé is located in the charming northern region of Florianópolis, in a quiet setting by the sea, with stunning views of the northern bay of the city. Surrounded by a large green area, the hotel has comfortable villas and apartments, all equipped with air conditioning, minibar, smart TV and telephone, ensuring maximum comfort to its guests. In addition, it offers a variety of amenities, including restaurant, cafeteria bar, gym, gazebo, trails, game room and a diverse program that includes environmental, cultural and recreational activities.

Accommodation during the Encuentro de las Américas de Turismo Social will be for 4 nights from 3 p.m. on TUESDAY, June 24th until noon on Saturday, June 28th, 2025, and INCLUDES full board (breakfast, lunch and dinner) during the entire stay.

NOTES for your consideration:

- You can book in SINGLE, DOUBLE and even TRIPLE room. You will be able to choose this option in your reservation directly. The price is in American dollars (U$D) per person.

- The conditions of accommodation at the Hotel Sesc Cacupé are valid according to availability. After that, the organization of the Encuentro will offer you another accommodation option with other conditions (breakfast only) and prices. First-come, first-served basis applies.  

Additional information about your VISIT: 

Included in the full package!  Wednesday, June 25th from 8:00 am to 1:00 pm

To kick off the Encuentro de las Américas de Turismo Social we propose to discover one of the four field visits specially designed for participants to learn and exchange experiences offered by Sesc Santa Catarina. 

Target audience: open to all participants (quotas will be filled giving priority to ISTO members and partners).

Conditions: All proposed visits include:

    - transfer to/from Hotel Sesc Cacupé and back

    - tours and visits proposed in the chosen field visit.

    - professional guide

    - travel insurance

Note that the field visits will be offered with interpretation in Spanish OR English, and that the cost of the visit on June 25th is included in your full package!

Reserve your place quickly, places are limited!

Option #1: Centro histórico, Ponte Hercílio Luz e Museu Florianópolis

The Historic Center of Florianópolis, known for its rich cultural and architectural heritage, is a fascinating place to explore. It offers an unmissable cultural experience with the Casa da Alfândega, the Miramar Memorial, Praça XV de Novembro and the Florianópolis Museum. The Hercílio Luz Bridge is one of the icons of Florianópolis, known for its impressive architecture and historical importance. It is the longest suspension bridge in Brazil, at 821 meters. In 1992, the bridge was declared part of the historical, artistic and architectural heritage of Florianópolis.  The Florianópolis Museum, managed by Sesc Santa Catarina, offers a perspective on the history, memory, present, and future of the city through tangible and intangible culture, using programs focused on preservation, research, communication, interactivity, education, and culture. In this visit we will explore much of what the museum has to offer, which has a rich technological heritage. Afterwards, we will take a panoramic tour of the XV Square, the Metropolitan Cathedral, the Customs Square and the Hercílio Luz Bridge. If possible, there will be brief stops at these main points to take pictures.

Language: Portuguese / Spanish

Duration of activity: 3h00

Level of difficulty: Low, the panoramic tour will take place in an adapted bus and the Florianópolis Museum offers elevators, ramps and other forms of accessibility, as explained below.

Accessibility: This tour is accessible to people with visual impairments, hearing impairments and reduced mobility, including resources such as audio description in Portuguese/Spanish, interpretation in Libras (Brazilian Sign Language) and an adapted bus. The exhibitions at the Florianópolis Museum offer subtitles, audio description and Braille texts.

Minimum number of participants: 10 pax.

Option #2:  Ribeirão da Ilha / Ostra Xperience 

Visit to the oyster farm, with a talk with the oyster farmer, who talks about the economy and management of the mollusk, and exhibition of the material used for cultivation. Tasting of natural and cooked oysters accompanied by sparkling wine from Serra Catarinense. The activity takes place in the Ribeirão da Ilha neighborhood, in the south of Florianópolis. 

Language: Portuguese / Spanish

Duration of activity: 4h00min

Level of Difficulty: Medium. Stairs to access the sea oyster farm may be difficult to access for people with reduced mobility, especially wheelchair users. People with reduced mobility can count on the support of a Sesc monitor for the descent of the stairs that give access to the activity.

Accessibility: This visit is accessible to people with visual and hearing disabilities, including audio description in Portuguese/Spanish and interpretation in Brazilian Sign Language (Libras). The visit is accessible for people with reduced mobility, but is not recommended for wheelchair users.

Minimum number of participants: 10 pax.

Option #3: Ilha da Magia in Costa da Lagoa 

The community of Costa da Lagoa is located on the western side of Lagoa da Conceição and has the unique feature that it can only be reached by boat or by trails through the lush Atlantic forest of this lagoon coast. Full of garapuvús, embaúbas and fig trees, some locals say that the forest is enchanted and that, from time to time, supernatural things happen inside! This boat ride on Lagoa da Conceição will allow you to experience the culture and life of the most quiridúsh "manezinhos" of Brazil. 

Language: Portuguese / English 

Duration: 4h30

Important: Use of sunscreen, insect repellent, comfortable shoes and suitable for a short trail.

Difficulty Level: Moderate to high, the trails may have ups and downs, as well as parts with exposed rocks and roots. This can make the hike challenging for those who are not used to it or have reduced mobility. 

Accessibility: This visit is accessible for people with visual and hearing disabilities, and includes audio description in Portuguese/English and interpretation in Brazilian Sign Language (Libras). For people with reduced mobility, the visit is partially accessible: the first part, which is done by boat, is accessible. However, the second part includes a small trail that can be accessed by people with reduced mobility, but is not accessible to wheelchair users. It is possible to prefer to enjoy the view and not participate in the trail, having the possibility to wait for the group in a nearby restaurant.

Minimum number of participants: 10 pax.

Option #4: Viva o Monte Serrat 

The Viva Monte Serrat Project was created in 2021 with the objective of promoting culture, history and nature, generating income and recognition for the residents of the region through community tourism. The tour is guided by the hosts themselves, local residents and part of the community, telling stories of overcoming and resistance, marked by struggle, faith and culture.

Language: Portuguese / English

Duration: 4h00

Difficulty level: Moderate. There are ups and downs along the way, which makes the walk a challenge for those who are not used to it or have reduced mobility.

Accessibility: This visit is accessible to people with visual and hearing disabilities, and includes audio description in Portuguese/English and interpretation in Brazilian Sign Language (Libras). 

Minimum number of participants: 10 pax.