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.

From paddling beneath Sugarloaf Mountain at sunrise to exploring peaceful mangroves, here's everything you need to know about stand up paddle in Rio de Janeiro.

The same trip to Rio de Janeiro can cost $40 a day or $500. Here's what really drives the difference, with real prices across every budget.

Samba schools are active year-round with weekly rehearsals open to the public - one of the most authentic cultural experiences Rio de Janeiro has to offer.

A local's honest guide to solo female travel in Rio de Janeiro, from someone who's traveled solo everywhere, including places far more complex than Rio.

Travel to Rio doesn't have to break the bank. From free sunsets and street samba to real prices for hostels, food, and getting around, here's how to experience the city on $50 a day, sometimes less.

Rio applauds its sunsets. Here's where to catch the best ones, from iconic to secret.