Downhill in inflatable rubber dinghies provide great emotions in contact with nature. Santa Catarina offers good options for the sport. The rafting Itajai-Acu River and its tributaries in the Upper Itajai Valley, is considered one of the best in Brazil. The Cubatão in Santo Amaro da Imperatriz, in Florianópolis, and other routes in the Far [...]
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Brazil Travel: Indulge in Buzios, Brazil’s All-Inclusive Vacation Retreat
With over 4,650 miles of coastline, it’s no wonder Brazil consistently tops lists rating the best beaches in the world. The lustful and exciting beaches of Rio de Janeiro, Ipanema and Copacabana, are arguably the most distinguished in the country, but other accepted major beaches include the ones arrive Recife and Florianopolis. Then there is [...]
Airlines and Flights to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil 2012
Getting to Rio from Europe or the Middle East is now easier than ever. Two of the world’s greatest cities, Dubai and Amsterdam, now have a daily connection to Rio through KLM (Air France group) and Air Emirates flights. And more: flights are nonstop! Both airlines are now part of many who decided to invest [...]
Rio de Janeiro and Carnaval tilt shift view
Tilt shift of the Carnaval party in Rio de Janeiro. Made by Keith Loutit and Jarbas Agnelli. Captured during Carnaval of 2011. Music by Jarbas Agnelli. Special thanks to Rede Globo, Liesa and Jodele Larcher. keithloutit.com adstudio.com.br
Corcovado Tour: Christ Redeemer Train
It is impossible to imagine a trip to Rio de Janeiro without a visit to Christ the Redeemer. Located on top of Corcovado Mountain, the monument is the best known Brazilian image in the world. Every year more than 600 000 people are led to Christ the Redeemer by the centenary Corcovado Railroad, the oldest tour [...]
Rio de Janeiro’s restaurants and bars guide
If every city has a soul, Rio’s is in its bars. From the finest ones to the most simple, it’s all the same. From the most famous in the seaside of the Southern area to the “greasy spoon” with only one door in the farthest suburban area. It doesn’t matter. All of them are souls [...]
Rio Carnaval 2012: Technical Rehearsals
It’s already Carnaval in Rio - Samba schools have traditional yearly technical rehearsals at Marquês de Sapucaí, and they are the perfect opportunity to get to know the groups and pick your favorite. Rehearsals go from January to February, up to the week just before Carnival. The party is free and will surely bring a lot [...]
Rio Bike – Bicycles and Surfboards Transportation in Metro
Rio Bike and Surfboards You can ride your bike to the subway and park it inside the station. The service is available from Monday to Saturday, from 5 am to midnight, and on Sundays and holidays, from 7 am to 11 am. Where to find the bicycle racks: Pavuna Station (100 spots) Colégio Station (20 [...]
Rio Metro Map – Subway Stations Map in Rio
Rio Metro Map This map shall help you plan your trip and design any itinerary you want using subway stations in Rio de Janeiro. You are able to see an overview of subway lines 1 and 2 and the itinerary made by subway bus up to Gávea. Besides that, Metro Rio subway points out a [...]
10 ten things to do in Rio de Janeiro in a sunny morning
The Rio de Janeiro is famous for having an exuberant nature that gives beauty and life ofthe city. From Copacabana and Ipanema, through Leblon, Flamengo, Botafogo, Lapa, Leme and Downtown, the city offers a variety of entertainment and tourism, especially if it’s a sunny day. 1. Ipanema Beach It’s one of the best places in Brazil, and it’s free! 2. Christ Statue There’s a wonderful view from the city, and it’s no [...]
