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Attend a samba school rehearsal. Dress Appropriately: Pack light, breath‐
The streets of Rio come alive during able clothing. The weather can be hot, and
Carnaval with numerous blocos. Check lo‐ you'll likely be in crowded areas.
cal guides or websites for the schedules to Street Food and Drink: It's best to avoid
enjoy a range of music, costumes, and en‐ vendors selling food on the street. Stick to
ergy. cafes and restaurants. Always choose bot‐
Buy tickets in advance for the Sam‐ tled water over tap water. If you need to
badrome Parade and arrive early to se‐ buy water or other beverages on the
cure a good viewing spot. streets, make sure the cap is sealed.
Stay vigilant and be aware of your sur‐
roundings and belongings. Truly a Marvelous City
Traveler Tips Rio de Janeiro is a captivating destina‐
tion that merges natural beauty, cultural
Locals in Rio de Janeiro speak Por‐ richness, experiences for any level of ad‐
tuguese, but English is commonly under‐ venturer, and vibrant city life in ways not
stood in tourist areas. The Brazilian found anywhere else in our travels. Some
currency is the Brazilian Real (BRL). The fun comparisons are Buenos Aires,
exchange rate fluctuates but is usually Barcelona, and New Orleans for combining
close to $100 US dollars for 500 BRL. history, exciting cultures, iconic attractions,
fine foods, and annual events that draw
worldwide attention.
Safety Precautions: Leave your valu‐
ables at home and carry a copy of your With good planning and excellent
passport while keeping the original safe at guides, we felt safe and constantly in awe
your hotel or place of lodging, with an ex‐ of how many memorable experiences could
tra credit card or two. Don’t carry much be found in Rio, from the beaches to the
cash; use credit cards for transactions as jungles to the neighborhoods and fine
they can be easily replaced if lost or restaurants, the city center, and famous
stolen. Notify your bank of your travel landmarks. We wish we had gone in a day
plans to avoid any payment interruptions. or two earlier to explore the region, enjoy
Stay in populated, well-lit places, and more restaurants, and dance the night
never go anywhere with a stranger. Avoid away in what we wholeheartedly concur is a
displaying valuable items openly. Cidade Maravilhosa.
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