Rio de Janeiro is more than a city - it’s a feeling,
a way of life.

From Christmas lights to New Year's Eve in Copacabana and Carnival, summer is when Rio comes alive. A local's guide to the weather, the events and how to plan your trip.

Comfort first, glitter second. A local's guide to what to wear to Carnival in Rio, from street blocos to the Sambadrome, with outfit ideas for women and men and the costume pieces you can buy once you land.

Summer heat, crowds and Carnival mean Rio de Janeiro in February. Here’s what to do, events beyond Carnival, where to stay and how to pick your dates for 2027.

Different from other destinations, what to do in Rio de Janeiro isn't a list of attractions. Here's how to experience it.

Known as one of the most expensive places to stay in the city, Ipanema also has affordable options. Here's my list of the best hotels in Ipanema, by category.

A full day in Ipanema, from a sunrise most visitors miss to samba on the sand at sunset.

Which airport to fly into, which airlines run direct from your city, and when to book before prices climb. The real logistics of getting to Rio, from someone who's booked this route more times than she can count.

Hot days, full beaches, and Carnival warming up in the streets. Here's what to expect in Rio de Janeiro in January, from weather to where to stay.

Beachfront hotels in Copacabana can cost up to $900 a night. I stayed at the cheapest one with ocean view for $109, and I'm sharing exactly what it's like.

I'm afraid of flying, so I did the research myself: how helicopter tours in Rio are regulated and what to check before you book.

Leblon lives the Rio lifestyle best. Here's how to spend a full day there, from morning beach to dinner on Rio's official Gastronomic Hub.

Upscale Leblon has way more than fine dining. Find braseiros, feijoada, botecos and the city's official Gastronomic Hub. Here's where locals actually eat.