Rio de Janeiro travel blog: Written by a local
Where to stay in Botafogo: Is this the right neighborhood for your Rio trip?
Considering Botafogo for your trip? Here's a detailed guide by area, budget with hotel recommendations and what to do in the neighborhood.
Where to stay in Barra da Tijuca, Rio de Janeiro: Best areas and hotels
Space, comfort, and quieter beaches. Here's where to stay in Barra da Tijuca, area by area with prices.
Where to Stay in Ipanema: Is it right for your trip?
Is Ipanema right for your trip? Here's the breakdown by area, budget, and traveler type from design hotels in Arpoador to budget stays near the metro.
Where to stay in Copacabana: Is it right for your Rio de Janeiro trip?
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.
Rio de Janeiro on a budget: How to save money without missing out
Travel to Rip 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.
Luxury hotels in Rio de Janeiro: From the icons to boutique stays and hidden treasures
Rio de Janeiro's best luxury hotels, from iconic five-stars to boutique hideaways, picked by a Carioca who knows the city inside out.

