Cities Less Traveled: Why Santa Teresa is the Cultural Gem of...

When most tourists visit Rio de Janeiro they generally stick to the Ipanema and Copacabana neighborhoods, where the touristic beaches are lined with tanga-wearing, caipirinha-drinking locals....

6 Most Romantic Hotels in Rio de Janeiro

When you think of Rio de Janeiro, one of the first things that probably pops into your head is a colorful image of Carnavalwith scantily clad...
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Bombarded by Booty in Brazil

You can't take a trip to Rio de Janeiro Brazil without seeing a little booty. Seriously! On my recent trip to Brazil I couldn't help...

Hunting for Acai in Rio de Janeiro

"No, we don't sell that here"  may have been the theme of my trip to Brazil. Being a health-food fanatic, I was almost as excited to...

The Truth about Food in Brazil (& Gluten-Free Tips)

Don't let them fool you! Food in Brazil can be tricky. Before traveling to Brazil people may tell you not to miss out on an...