Rio de Janeiro travel blog: Written by a local
Best Ways to Celebrate New Year's Eve in Rio de Janeiro Outside Copacabana: Private Parties, Boats & LGBTQ+ Events
If the crowds watching the fireworks from Copacabana Beach are something you'd like to avoid, Rio de Janeiro throws parties all over the city, and in this list you'll find one that suits you.
Where to See Live Samba in Rio de Janeiro: Weekly Guide to Rodas de Samba
From beachfront rodas to iconic samba shows, discover where to experience live samba in Rio this month.
The best carnival parties and events in Rio de Janeiro: Beyond blocos and the sambadrome
There's a whole side of Rio Carnival most first-timers never hear about: the parties, balls, and events beyond the Sambadrome parade and the street blocos.
Samba in Rio de Janeiro: A Guide to Classes, Samba Schools and Its Roots
A full guide to samba in Rio de Janeiro: its roots, beginner classes, samba school rehearsals, the Cidade do Samba and roda etiquette.