Rio de Janeiro travel blog, written by a local
Rio de Janeiro in February: Summer, Carnival and What to Expect
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.
Rio de Janeiro in January: Summer, Carnival warm-up and where to stay
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.
Rio de Janeiro in December: Weather, Floating Christmas Trees and New Year’s Eve
December in Rio means floating Christmas trees, the countdown to summer, and the world's most famous New Year's Eve on Copacabana. Here's everything to expect.