The institute which analizes the water quality of the beaches of Rio de Janeiro INEA anounced the best beaches for the next weekend. These are Barra da Tijuca and Prainha. They don't recommend to swim in Leblon, Leme, Urca, Botafogo, Flamengo and Pepino. ...

the date of the event was fixed to 23rd till 38th July 2013 ...

Many people are quiet curious to see what it is like. ... So, finally, there is a new Event Location in Rio de Janeiro, in Barra, at Linea Amarella... What is your first impression? ...

Please, consider to go to Rock in Rio by public transport.   There are regular busses going frequently. You must buy a "RioCard" for payment (10 R$ for 3 rides) in one of the shops which sale the cards.  ...

I just wanted to mention that there took place a wide range of controls at the beaches last weekend. There were many cars taken due to irregular parking. But beside this, there also were given many fines for playing at the beach, illegal traders and dogs.  This is done operated by "Choque de Ordem". So, take care. ...

I will move to Brazil in Sept. Does anybody have experience with the registration? ...

Are there service companies or agencies which offer professional help? ...

I try to find out how to use a bus in Rio de Janeiro. Any idea? ...

Video of the Olympic Commitee of Rio de Janeiro 2010 ...

  It is supposed not to be dangerous for tourists to visit the favela. But I recommend to have a guide at your side or at least a person who knows the area - especially if you don't speak Portuguese. There will not be a big change for the neighborhood at once. The government will try to improve the circumstances step by step.   ...

Es ist höchstwahrscheinlich, dass die Rocinha demnächst von der Polizei besetzt wird. Ich schreibe das hier nur für den Fall, dass jemand plant, die Favela in nächster Zeit zu besuchen. Macht nach außen gut sichtbar, dass ihr Touristen seid, nehmt eure Ausweise mit und bleibt - egal in welcher Situation - ruhig.  Normalerweise besteht keine G ...

After the Zona Sul -  Copacabana and Ipanema, there was the occupation of 6 areas in Tijuca and the Complexo alemao in Nov. 2010.  In April 2011: between Sambodromo and SantaTeresa, 19th  June 2011: Mangueira  ...

Wenn Sie  Interessa am Leben in einer Favela haben ...