Thousands of balloons released in Brazil to celebrate the New Year
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Thousands of biodegradable balloons were released on Friday by members of the Chamber of Commerce to celebrate the New Year in Sao Paulo, Brazil. /VCG Photo

Thousands of biodegradable balloons were released on Friday by members of the Chamber of Commerce to celebrate the New Year in Sao Paulo, Brazil. /VCG Photo

The business group began releasing balloons in 1992 and it has now become an annual New Year tradition. /VCG Photo

The business group began releasing balloons in 1992 and it has now become an annual New Year tradition. /VCG Photo

New Year’s Eve in Brazil is best celebrated by the beach and in the open air. /VCG Photo

New Year’s Eve in Brazil is best celebrated by the beach and in the open air. /VCG Photo