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By Harris Raza Rio de Janeiro is the second largest city of Brazil and was the capital city of Brazil once. The city has a long historical chapter and the city’s overall GDP is the second largest in the country. … Continue reading
By Lucas Robi Known as “The Marvelous City”, the Brazilian city of Rio de Janeiro is one of the most naturally beautiful cities in the world today. A mixture of old classical statues and newer vibrant nightlife and carnivals, Rio … Continue reading
By David Urmann Rio de Janeiro, one of the largest cities and also the capital of Brazil, is famous for its tourist attractions with its wide beach resorts and festive atmosphere. Besides the beaches, there are also famous landmarks that … Continue reading
By Joel A Higginbotham Facts about Rio de Janerio are intriguing, and there is certainly no surprise why huge numbers of people travel there to experience everything it has to offer. This incredible city in Brazil is famous all over … Continue reading
By Henry Arnault There are plenty of places to show off your impeccable style in Rio, from the sociable and fashionable Cariocas to the most rustic watering hole. But first you need to hunt through racks of beautiful Brazilian clothes, … Continue reading
By David Urmann The city of Rio de Janeiro is one of the famous tourist destinations in the world. This city is rich in historical places and attractive sites. Its name is derived from a Portuguese word which means “River … Continue reading
By Joel A Higginbotham The well-known Rio de Janeiro statue known as Cristo Redentor or “Christ the Redeemer” is the face of this incredible city. This breath taking piece of art overlooks Rio and continues to be admired and visited … Continue reading
By Adrian Padeanu One of the many reasons why Rio de Janeiro is considered by many tourists as an incredible city to visit is without any doubt the nightlife the city offers. Only here you get a wide variety of … Continue reading
By Paul Scottyn Staying in Rio de Janeiro during the famous carnival season is a wonderful experience for travelers and the city is a hugely popular celebration so backpackers should ensure booking their Rio de Janeiro hostels in advance. A … Continue reading
By Hakan Almerfors In all guidebooks you can read about Copacabana Palace and how it used to be frequented by all the greats from Hollywood. It all is true and the story about it is fascinating. But if you talk … Continue reading
By Marcus Peterson The Carnival is Rio de Janeiro’s main event, held at the peak of the Brazilian summer. A million tourists join millions of Rio de Janeiro citizens in revelry over a 4-day celebration. It begins on a Saturday … Continue reading
By Marcus Peterson Thinking of Rio, the first image that comes to mind is of the sandy beaches, the sun and the ‘Girl from Ipanema’. Beach culture is prevalent in all of Brazil, and nowhere is it bigger or more … Continue reading
By Leticia Rio A world famous icon of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil is Christ the Redeemer, or in Portuguese, Cristo Redentor. It is a mammoth religious statue in Rio de Janeiro that is positioned on top of the Corcovado mountain … Continue reading
By Daniela Schuch With 395 miles of stunning coastline, the state of Rio de Janeiro is a top destination for those looking for a vacation that’s anything but ordinary. Secluded beaches, eco-diversity, and luxury hotels decorate the landscape, but it’s … Continue reading
By Henry Arnault Bring back souvenirs from your Rio de Janeiro vacation with this guide to the best shopping in the cultural capital of Brazil. Although this is not necessarily the cheapest place, there are some pretty good bargains to … Continue reading
By Angela Corrias I have been to Rio de Janeiro maybe five times and what amazes me the most, after the greatest opportunity to meet people from all walks of life, is the great choice of restaurants and different kinds … Continue reading
By Oliver Kyle A Perfect Summer Getaway at Rio de Janeiro Looking for a perfect summer adventure? Rio de Janeiro is the place to be where beach parties last all year round. Set at the heart of the beautiful country … Continue reading
By Marcus Peterson Rio de Janiero’s beaches and its party atmosphere attract a large number of tourists throughtout the year. Hotels dot the area all along the beaches. The hotel industry in Rio de Janerio caters to all classes of … Continue reading
By Maksym Reznichenko Rio de Janeiro is a rocking tourist hot spot in Brazil. It is known for its different tourist attractions and allures which all bring a huge number of travelers each year. Some call it one of the … Continue reading
By Henry Arnault Brazil’s most eclectic and vibrant city, Rio de Janeiro is always bursting with life and opportunities for travelers to soak up the dynamic culture of its inhabitants. Splendid beaches, beautiful tanned people, and an exhilarating nightlife characterize … Continue reading
By David Urmann Rio de Janeiro or “River of January” in English is Brazil’s 2nd largest and South America’s 3rd largest city. It is situated behind Buenos Aires and Sao Paulo. From the year 1763 up to the year 1822, … Continue reading
By Romijn A. We all heard about Rio de Janeiro but why is this location so popular among tourists all over the world? What makes it so great and attractive? This article will guide you through the hottest places in … Continue reading
By Marcus Peterson For a vacationer looking for a city to holiday in that offers unparalleled pleasure, the city of Rio de Janeiro in Brazil is one of the best choices. The city of Rio de Janeiro is a melting … Continue reading
By Andre Skowronski Have you ever thought of traveling to South America? If yes, do you know what are the lodging options? Today we are going to provide you with an important tip when traveling to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil: … Continue reading
By Joel A Higginbotham Rio de Janeiro Brazil, commonly called Rio, is the second biggest city in Brazil. This remarkable city is one of the most visited in the southern part of the globe. Rio is well known for its … Continue reading
By Isak La Fleur One of the greatest and much-awaited celebrations in the world is about to occur come February 13 until February 16 of 2010. The Brazilian Carnival in Rio de Janeiro or “Carnaval” to the locals in Portuguese … Continue reading
By Victor Tuszing All tourists enjoy a travel to Brazil, no matter how old they are or what kind of vacation packages have they chosen. Being one of the largest countries in the world, called officially “The Federative Republic of … Continue reading
By Andre Skowronski In this article we will review how the first Rio street carnival bands were organized in Brazil and why they became a tremendous success over the last 3 years! Rio Street Carnaval bands, also called “Blocos de … Continue reading
Ok, now that I’ve got your attention, let’s be honest here, there really is something, umm, unique about our South American female friends. Brazil has had some rather interesting ‘exports’ of interest. Many of these exports have benefitted us men … Continue reading
The Brazilian wax is gaining widespread popularity in the Puritan founded culture of the USA. Believe it or not, ladies of all ages are going hair-free. And like anything else, not all estheticians are good at delivering a great Brazilian. Let’s face it, just because you can wax an eyebrow, doesn’t mean you have any business waxing my business. I feel like I’ve been around the block of Brazilian waxing and I can tell you from personal experience that if you mistakenly get someone who does not specialize in this type of waxing, you will be sorry. There are a lot of misconceptions, questions and a bit of taboo about getting a Brazilian.
To dispel the myths and get the facts, I sat down with Brazilian waxing expert and my personal Atlanta-based waxing pro, Andreia owner of Brazilian Wax by Andreia to get all your pressing questions answered. Continue reading
I am a self-proclained bikini-aholic. I have more swimsuits that I know what to do with. And honestly, it’s never enough. I love mixing and matching my colors and styles. Yet, it was not until I began visiting South America that I realized that if there was such a place as Bikini Heaven, this would be it! The beaches of Punta del Este and Rio de Janeiro were filled with the best bikinis (and bodies) that I had EVER seen. But as I spent more time on these beaches, I began to realize that these bikinis looked great on even non-perfect Brazilian and Argentine bodies. At that moment I did what any normal girl would do, I hunted down my favorite South American bikini designers! One of my absolute favorites for a sexy, high end, perfectly fitting, unbelievably well made bikini is Nina Swimwear.
The owner and lead designer Agustina Palacio is one of the hottest swimwear designers in the world. Woman everywhere covet her swimsuit designs year after year. And I was lucky enough to get her to answer all the questions that my jet set ladies have regarding choosing the perfect swimsuit. Continue reading
As I walk onto the plane, I’m greeted with champagne and the flight attendant helps me store my Tumi carry on . She is pleasant and assures me that this long overnight flight back from Rio de Janeiro will be … Continue reading
