Culture & Lifestyle
-
March 14 2022Essential Guide to Rio de Janeiro Carnival
1. HISTORY Carnival became the main attraction of the modern city of Rio de Janeiro / Photo: Daytours4u Traditionally, Carnival (Carnaval in Portuguese) was celebrated once a year before the Roman Catholic ritual Lent, a period in the...
-
July 21 2020
Where to go out in Rio de Janeiro? Tips to enjoy the night in Lapa
Samba, culture, street food, and caipirinha are waiting for you in Lapa, the heart of Rio! Discover the best tips to enjoy your night in this awesome Carioca Neighborhood!
-
September 11 2019
Traveler tips: Best Day Trips from Rio de Janeiro
Make a space in your itinerary to go out for a day or escape for longer to experience the incredible beauty of the surroundings of Rio. These are some of the best day trips from Rio de Janeiro. These are...
-
August 29 2019
Insider Tips for a Successful Vacation in Rio
Plan your trip with insider tips for a successful vacation in Rio de Janeiro. Read on for our top insider tips to aid your understanding of the culture and customs in Brazil, and this beautiful city. The privileged view...
-
August 23 2019
Beginner's Guide to Rio de Janeiro
¿First time travelling to the Marvellous City? Make sure you know what to expect with our beginner's guide to Rio de Janeiro. Here are some things you should know before you visit Brazil’s most famous city. BEST TIME TO...
-
August 22 2019
São Paulo General Information
The size of Sao Paulo can be daunting, but this is not surprising since it's a city with an estimated population of just over 12 million in 2016. Considered the country's most influential business and financial center on the global...
-
August 20 2019
Useful Facts about Rio de Janeiro
Read some useful facts about Rio de Janeiro and learn the basics before your arrival in Brazil to make the most out of your travel time in the Marvellous City! In the center of Rio are concentrated several of the...
-
August 16 2019
A Beginner's Guide to São Paulo
Read our beginner's travel guide to São Paulo, Brazil for essential information on how to plan your trip. When to visit, what to pack, where to stay, what to eat, and how to get around – everything you need to know before...
-
August 16 2019
Top 10 Attractions in Rio de Janeiro
1. CORCOVADO The most famous postcard in Rio includes the Cristo Redentor / Photo: Gisele Teixeira Corcovado mountain lies to the west of the city centre and towers over Rio de Janeiro at an impressive 710 meters (2,329 ft). The name...
-
July 10 2019
FLIP 2019: Everything you should know about the biggest literary festival in Paraty
Paraty is one of the colonial jewels of Brazil, a town that remains almost intact since the 18th century. Known as the "Venice" of Brazil, its cobbled streets and colonial-style mansions are a haven of peace and tranquility. Paraty is...
-
June 12 2019
Dia dos Namorados in Brazil: 5 South American paradises to celebrate your love
While the United States and Europe celebrate Valentine’s Day on February 14th, Brazilians have been celebrating Dia dos Enamorados on June 12 since 1948. But why? The date of this celebration has a very different history than that of February...
-
May 31 2019
June Festivals in Brazil: 5 cities to celebrate the tradition of Northeast Brazil
After Carnaval, the festas juninas (June Festivals) are the most important representation of Brazil’s popular culture. Just look at the multitude of people who meet every year -especially in the northeastern states- to celebrate St. John, St. Anthony, and Saint...
