Here's what you need to know to enjoy the march that takes over Copacabana Beach, including safety and what to expect.

November brings warm days, more rain, and a long weekend that rolls straight into Rio Pride on Copacabana Beach. Here's what to expect.

Compare Copacabana, Ipanema, Leblon, Botafogo, Flamengo, and Barra to find the neighborhood that best matches your budget and travel style.

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.

Calm water, surf, fewer crowds or an iconic first visit? A guide to Rio de Janeiro's beaches by what actually matters

Madonna, Lady Gaga, Shakira. Copacabana Beach has become the world's biggest outdoor stage, and the next edition is already confirmed. Here's how to plan your trip.

Where you stay during Carnival shapes your entire experience. Here's an honest breakdown of every major neighborhood regarding crowds, logistics, prices, and who each area is really right for.

When images of millions packed into Copacabana started circulating, many people outside Brazil reacted with disbelief. How can a beach host crowds this large? The short answer: Rio has been doing this for decades.

A local's guide to choosing your next beach by the view it delivers.

Everything you need to know before you go to Rio de Janeiro

New Year's Eve in Copacabana is unlike anything else on earth, but it's also easy to get wrong. Here's what I tell every friend visiting for the first time, from where to stay to the one thing most guides never mention.

Copacabana combines convenience, a wide range of hotels, and the classic Rio experience most visitors expect. But it comes with a downside that's worth knowing before you book.

From beachfront Copacabana to bohemian Santa Teresa: a local's honest guide to every Rio neighborhood, and who each one is really right for.