Portuguese Language Blog

The Logo network’s website, TripOutGayTravel.com, part of the MTV network, elected Rio de Janeiro as the Best Global Destination City for gay travelers this week, beating Buenos Aires, Barcelona, London, Montreal, and Sydney. The election took place at the International LGBT Tourism Conference in Boston.

The announcement comes on the heels of Rio’s Olympic selection win, as well as being named the “Happiest City in the World” by Forbes. It will also play host to several games during the 2014 World Cup to be held in Brazil.

Eduardo Paes, the mayor of Rio, was delighted by the news. “It recognizes the hospitality of our people, who make everyone feel at home. I’m proud and pleased to be the mayor of such a welcoming city that respects and values differences.”

The announcement also came right after Rio’s annual gay pride parade, held on Sunday in Copacabana.

In honor of Rio de Janeiro getting the 2016 Summer Olympics Games, let’s take a look at some related vocabulary.    

Track and field: Atletismo

Swimming: Natação

Rowing: Remo

Sailing: Vela

Boxing: Boxe

Cycling: Ciclismo

Fencing: Esgrima

Gymnastics: Ginástica

Greco-Roman Wrestling: Luta greco-romana

Triathalon: Triatlo

One sure way to get Brazilians and Brazilophiles talking is by asking the controversial question: which city do you prefer, Rio de Janeiro or São Paulo? So for today’s interactive feature, that’s the question at hand!

The question isn’t intended to imply that one city is better than the other (although some people from each city have that opinion). It is simply a question about personal preference: the beach vs. the urban center, outdoor sports vs. cultural sites, etc.

It’s a tough question, but I want to hear from all of you!