NEXUS SURF Quarterly Newsletter                                                                April 2008

Greetings from Brazil, we hope this email finds you well! Nexus is proud to announce the launch of our SPRING PACKAGE SPECIAL, where for a limited time only clients booking for the months of April and May are entitled to special discounts off of our regular package rates. So come enjoy some of the best weather of the year in Florianopolis, plus the start of the peak swell season, Floripa’s stunning natural beauty and world-class nightlife, for what will surely be the vacation of a lifetime – contact us today for details and we hope to see you in Brazil soon!!

                - Renato Francisco, Director of Sales



A Day in the Life… The Video

After the repeated difficulty answering the frequent question from would-be visitors “please describe a typical day at Nexus…” our team finally took the liberty of trying to clarify things a bit, which led to the creation of “A Day in the Life…”. If a picture is worth a thousand words, this video must be worth at least a few million. So without further ado - sit back, relax and enjoy...

Nexus Jiu Jitsu

It is with great pleasure that Nexus announces its newest product offering – Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. As you likely already know, Nexus is ideally suited for much more than just surfers or those wanting to learn how to surf, offering a diverse array of adventure sports activities ranging from kitesurfing and river rafting to sand dune boarding and horseback riding. But no other activity is more uniquely Brazilian than jiu jitsu, and nowhere else will you find a better atmosphere to train with world-class instructors and fellow competitors. With lead instructor (and vice champion from the 2006 World Jiu Jitsu Championships) Marvio Charles at the helm, Nexus offers an unbeatable infrastructure for those wanting an insider look at what has made Brazilian jiu jitsu the world’s most dominant martial art. With programs suitable for all genders, age groups and skill levels, Nexus looks forward to delivering the ultimate jiu jitsu experience, with all the best of Florianopolis (as no one can show you like Nexus!) as the perfect backdrop. More information at: http://www.nexussurf.com/jiujitsu.html.




UPCOMING SPECIAL EVENTS

While the waves, nightlife, adventure sports and vibrant culture in Florianópolis are kicking year round and there is no such thing as a bad time to visit Nexus Surf, if you crave something really over the top, don’t miss these exciting upcoming events!! Availability is limited, so call (877) NXS-SURF today for booking information!!

Spring Package Special April and May 2008: Arguably the best time of the year to visit Florianópolis weather wise, these months feature excellent waves and warm water temperatures, great beach and nightlife scene, and an authentic local vibe. Contact Nexus today to book your trip and take advantage of special pricing discounts!
Winter Swell Season June/July/August: take advantage of the most powerful and consistent swell of the year during the southern hemisphere’s winter months. With ambient and water temperatures well above what you would find in Southern California during the same season and big waves, uncrowded lineups, amazing dining and nightlife, adventure sports options galore, and low season pricing awaiting you, make this your time to make your Brazil dreams a reality!



NEXUS (and Florianópolis) IN THE NEWS

Time Magazine:

Named after the verdant hills that slope down to the Atlantic Ocean, the Emerald Coast of southern Brazil has been luring visitors for the best part of five centuries. Half of Europe seems to have some historical foothold here, be it in language, architecture, customs or cuisine.

Santa Catarina’s state capital, Florianopolis, is regularly voted best for quality of life in the country. The accolade attracts a steady flow of fashionable Paulistas (São Paulo is only an hour’s flight away), young surfers and families coming to while away their weekends at the wide sandy beaches nearby. Style and glamour are in the city’s DNA – its most famous son and daughter are tennis player Gustavo Kuerten and supermodel Gisele Bundchen. Floripa is a haven for watersports enthusiasts, and kite surfers love its central lagoon. There are 42 beaches in total, many of which are accessible by foot or by boat.

The Ark (California):

Surfing is not the only pastime on this idyllic vacation isle. Just as available are windsurfing, kitesurfing, eco-hikes and tours, sand dune boarding, river rafting, horseback riding, snorkeling and diving. “We give our customers an insider’s view of the culture,” said Nexus Surf founder, Hans Keeling. “Brazilians are friendly, fun-loving, relaxed and warm, and Floripa is 100 percent safe, contrary to what one sometimes hears on the news about Brazil’s largest mega-cities like São Paulo and Rio.”

Call (877) NXS-SURF or +1 (310) 256-4339 (from outside the US) or email info@nexussurf.com today for pricing and booking information as availability is limited!!!

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