A colorful & energetic Samba show in Rio de Janeiro; (c) Sherri Crawford/Soul Of America
Rio de Janeiro
The Soul of Rio de Janeiro reaches far beyond Copacabana Beach, Sugarloaf Mountain, Ipanema Beach, Lapa nightlife, Christ The Redeemer statue, and the 2016 Summer Olympics.
History
Portuguese came to rule from the day they landed on the shore of Guanabara Bay in 1502.
Beaches
You’ve heard about Copacabana and Ipanema beaches. What other beaches are popular?
Soul Of Rio
The Favelas of Rio contain the heart and soul of Rio’s music, dance, and beautiful people.
Lapa District
Lapa is the heart of bohemian Rio de Janeiro in more ways than nightlife.
Three Sisters in Petropolis
We arrived unsure of what to expect, but ready to explore a neighbor of the Marvelous City.
Museums
As the capital of Brazil for 100+ years, Rio accumulated a wealth of museums to visit.
Attractions
Stake out your itinerary for Rio Attractions suitable for singles, couples, and groups.
For Brothers Visiting Rio
Many single and “temporary-single” brothers visit to explore their fantasy of exotic women.
Travel Tips
Consider visiting during New Year’s Eve, Carnaval, Tiradentes, Labor Day, Independence Day, or All Soul’s Day.
