Culture & Lifestyle
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July 24 20185 Reasons to Visit Paraty
Just 125 miles south of Rio de Janeiro lies Paraty, a beautiful colonial town located on the Costa Verde. It is renowned for its charming cobbled stone streets which run throughout the historic centre, where vehicles are banned but horses...
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March 1 2018
10 Things You Didn't Know About Rio de Janeiro [Infographic]
You probably knew that Rio de Janeiro hosts the world’s largest Carnival celebrations each year. But did you know that the city’s nickname is Cidade Maravilhosa – the Marvellous City? Or that it is considered the cultural capital of Brazil...
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May 4 2017
Where to find the best caipirinhas in Rio
After living in this wonderful city for five months I’ve developed certain weekly habits and my week is not complete unless i’ve sat down in the local bar with a caipirinha in hand. This native drink is not only delicious...
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April 28 2017
How to improve your Portuguese in Rio
Almost five months into my stay in Rio and I’m finally getting to grips with the language. Portuguese can be tricky, but Rio has its own unique version of the language which can only by mastered by speaking to the...
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April 20 2017
What to do in Rio when it rains
As I Brit I do often chuckle to myself when my carioca friends complain about the rain, as the rainy season here is the equivalent to our summer at home! However, as Rio is known for its sunny beaches and...
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March 3 2017
How to survive Carnival
Pre-plan your blocos During Carnival, it is impossible to avoid being swept up in the sound of drums and music blaring out from each and every neighbourhood. You are truly spoilt for choice as there are hundreds of blocos every...
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February 22 2017
How to Prepare for Rio Carnival
We offer some insider tips on how to prepare for Rio Carnival – from getting your flamboyant outfits ready to learning some basic samba moves.
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February 15 2017
A Weekend Escape from Rio to Paraty
Replete with tranquil beaches, verdant rainforest, and secluded waterfalls, Paraty is always a great weekend escape from bustling Rio de Janeiro.
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February 9 2017
3 Experiences in Rio for the Seasoned Traveller
Climbing up Corcovado, cycling around the Lagoon, and watching a local football game – we bring you three experiences in Rio with a difference.
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February 1 2017
How to get the best views of Rio de Janeiro
From Pedra da Gávea and Tijuca Rainforest to the bars of Maze and Alto do Vidigal, we run you through where to go to enjoy the best views of Rio de Janeiro
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January 25 2017
3 culture shocks you’ll experience after arriving in Rio
We guide you through some of the everyday culture shocks that you are sure to experience on your trip to Rio de Janeiro.
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January 18 2017
Landing in Rio - My Tips for First-time Visitors
From watching the sunset at Ipanema Beach to not embracing the midsummer heat – here are some handy tips for first-time visitors to Rio de Janeiro.
