Sunny, sandy beaches, carnivals and a host of other interesting activities: Rio de Janeiro seems to have it all! If you are worried about finding an accommodation here, then do not fret. Our pick of the top hotels here can assist you!

Beaches
The Ipanema beach is one of the most renowned beaches in the world. Tourists come to visit this beach from all parts of the globe, just to get a taste of the daily life in Rio. You will
find a myriad variety of lifestyles, plenty of up-market boutiques as well as restaurants here. …read full articles of "Rio de Janeiro Vacations and Hotels"

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Rio de Janeiro, capital city of the state of the same name, is situated at Lagoa Rodrigo de Freitas, forming an amphitheatre around the Bay of guanabrara on the Atlantic Ocean.

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Amerigo Vespucci arrived here for the first time on 1st January 1502, leading a Portugeses expedition who, mistaking the bay for the mouth of a river, gave the area the name ” January River”. “Carioca”, was the name given to the Europeans, by the local Indios, a nick-name, that even today is still used by the inhabitants of Rio. …read full articles of "Travel in Brasil - Great Pocket Guide of Rio de Janeiro by Flashbooking website"

So, this is the Brazil. This is what Rio de Janeiro is really all about. When the Carnival arrives, companies close down, shops shut their doors early, and streets are closed off to make way for dancing, parties and parades. This awe inspiring festivity not only provides entertainment for the thousands of people attending the Carnival, but also for the millions watching it on their televisions, giving them a chance to learn about the true culture of Brazil. …read full articles of "Preparing for the Rio Carnival"

Down at the Copa! Copacabana! The lyrics of this famous song ring in your ears every time you hear someone speak the name of this beautiful place. This beach is so famous and popular that it deserves a page all of its own. Other beautiful beaches include Ipanema and Barra.

The beach sits in a beautifully rich setting with beautiful rising hills and a concrete jungle. Copacabana is the best place to feel the carioca spirit. There are several restaurants along the beachfront. The beach also offers a great walk, as there are beautiful Burle Max designed sidewalks. The summertime is the busiest time for Copacabana and the beach fills up quickly. Copacabana is considered the Manhattan of beaches. The beach features white sandy beaches and beautiful water. The beach became popular in the 1920’s when the Copacabana Resort opened and the resort was considered the most beautiful beach and resort in the world. The beach stretches for over three miles and there are various beach bars and restaurants. …read full articles of "The Most Famous Beaches in the World"

Rio de Janeiro features many world famous sights. The city is busy and bustling, but it is also surrounded by nature and life. The city has many famous sites such as the Corcovado and the Museu de Chacara do Ceu. The Brazilian people have a flair for life and it is very obvious through these beautiful sights and places of culture and history.

The Corcovado is a hunchback mountain where stands the infamous statue of Christ Redeemer with his outstretched arms. The mountain stands 2,230 feet and the statue stands 100 feet. The 1,000-ton statue looks as if it is floating over the people Rio de Janeiro at night and stands as a guardian angel for the city. …read full articles of "Beautiful Places in Rio de Janeiro"