Tag Archives: Rio de Janeiro
Beach Food in Rio de Janeiro Posted by Rachel on Jan 23, 2009
On the beach and boardwalk in Rio, you can get lots of different food from mobile vendors, including boiled corn, popcorn, ice cream, churros, sandwiches, Middle Eastern food, soda, and plenty of snacks. Now, several companies are introducing special carts to the boardwalk in Rio so you can buy a variety of food and beverages…
Celebrity Tips for Rainy Days in Rio Posted by Rachel on Jan 9, 2009
Rio de Janeiro is known best for outdoor activities, like the beach, Corcovado Mountain, the Sugarloaf, hang gliding, hiking, and more. But there’s no need to despair when it rains, since there are plenty of fun things to do indoors. Globo asked some local celebrities to give tips about what to do in Rio when…
Planning Your Trip to Rio Posted by Rachel on Dec 19, 2008
High tourist season has begun in Brazil, and since many international tourists spend part or all of their time in Rio, I’m going to give you some helpful resources for planning your trip. Check out the floating Christmas tree on the Lagoon, the largest of its kind in the world Take a ride on the…
Rio’s Annual Floating Christmas Tree Inaugurated Posted by Rachel on Dec 1, 2008
This weekend, Bradesco’s annual floating Christmas tree was revealed on Rio de Janeiro’s lagoon. An annual tradition, the 85 meter-tall tree boasts an impressive light and sound show that can be seen and heard every night during the Christmas season. The event included a concert featuring various Brazilian singers, as well as fireworks, which Cariocas…
Carnival 2009 CD Release in Rio Posted by Rachel on Nov 18, 2008
Last night, this year’s top 12 Carioca samba schools met at the Sambodrome in Rio de Janeiro to reveal their songs and themes for the upcoming Carnaval in February 2009. This year’s themes include a homage to famous Brazilian writers, a Brazilian history theme, a homage to the 100 year-old Municipal Theater of Rio, an…
Rio Summer Event Posted by Rachel on Nov 14, 2008
This past week, the first annual Rio Summer Event was held in Brazil, attracting fashion moguls like Valentino, supermodels, and socialites alike to Brazil’s favorite seaside city to check out Brazil’s latest summer fashions. Take a look at the coverage from the event: Official website, Claro Rio Summer Vogue UK Coverage Jornal do Brasil Coverage…
Free Facelifts for All! Posted by Rachel on Nov 10, 2008
Well, not exactly, but the Sociedade Brasileira de Medicina Estética (the Brazilian Society of Asthetic Medicine) will offer free plastic surgery and beauty treatments in Rio de Janeiro from November 10th to November 19th, though only two hundred patients per day will be treated. Patients must prove that they have an income less than R$500…