although exercise caution when walking around at night, especially downtown (Centro), Santa Teresa and Lapa. In all areas of Rio, remain vigilant with valuables due to pickpocketing, and keep in ...

If you come to Rio to revel in samba and other Brazilian music, Lapa is the place for you. This festive neighborhood ignites at night when locals swing their hips and sip on delectable cocktails.

Since the release of the animated movie Rio (2011), parents and kids might be forgiven for thinking the city on the coast of Brazil is populated ... the city of Rio de Janeiro in 1565.

Beyond the spectacle, the economic impact of the massive influx of tourists is undeniable. Restaurants, bars, tour operators, ...

It's your first trip to Brazil ... a tough choice: Rio de Janeiro or São Paulo? Between golden beaches and skyscrapers, samba and street art, carnival season and vibrant nightlife, here's a ...