Rio de Janeiro travel blog, written by a local
Where to stay in Downtown, Rio de Janeiro: Best areas and hotels with safety tips
Best-value hotels, easy public transport and safety tips: a guide to where to stay in downtown Rio de Janeiro, by a local who worked there for years.
Where to stay in Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro: Best areas and hotels for every budget
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.
Where to Stay in Rio de Janeiro: 9 Best Areas, Safety Tips and My Favorite Hotels
A local's guide to the best neighborhoods in Rio de Janeiro: where to stay, the safest areas for tourists, and hotel picks for every budget and travel style.
Where to Stay in Santa Teresa, Rio de Janeiro: Best Hotels from Luxury to Budget Stays
Santa Teresa isn't for everyone, and that's the whole point. Here's where to stay in Rio's most bohemian neighborhood, from castle hostels to hilltop luxury.
Where to stay in Leblon, Rio de Janeiro: Best hotels for your budget
In Brazilian telenovelas, Leblon is shorthand for old money. This guide breaks down whether Rio's most exclusive beachfront neighborhood is the right fit for your trip.
Where to Stay in Botafogo, Rio de Janeiro: Best Streets, Safety and Hotels
Here's a detailed guide by area, budget with hotel recommendations and what to do in the neighborhood.
Rio de Janeiro travel guide: Everything you need to know before you go
Everything you need to know before you go to Rio de Janeiro
Is Rio de Janeiro Carnival Worth It? What to Expect as a First-Timer
Rio de Janeiro Carnival raises a lot of questions: what it's like, is it safe, how to plan it and is it worth it? A local's answers for first-timers.
Where to stay in Barra da Tijuca, Rio de Janeiro: Hotels, apartments & best areas
Space, comfort, and quieter beaches. Here's where to stay in Barra da Tijuca, area by area with prices.
Where to stay in Ipanema: Best areas for beach, budget and nightlife
Ipanema is compact but depending on where to stay in the neighborhood will impact your experience. Here’s a guide to the best areas.
New Year's Eve in Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro: What it's really like and how to plan it
New Year's Eve in Copacabana is unlike anything else on earth, but it's also easy to get wrong. Here's how to plan for Rio’s busiest night.
Rio de Janeiro on a budget: How to save money without missing out
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.