TRAVEL
Destination Guides for Brazil :
Brazil is the largest country in South America and home to some of the world’s most metropolitan cities, but this is just the beginning. The world famous Carnival takes place every year where millions dance, samba, and party the days away. Wildlife fans will enjoy exploring the wetlands of the Pantanal and the Amazon rainforest, while those who enjoy colonial architecture and historic cities will revel in the chance to visit Salvador. Throw in beaches, soccer, beautiful people, and cheap prices, and it’s pretty easy to convince someone this is a country worth seeing. Brazil sells itself and this travel guide can help you plan your trip there.
Typical Costs
Accommodation – Accommodation in Brazil can be extremely cheap. Starting price for a dorm room in a hostel is between 15-30 BRL. Private rooms are about upwards of 40 BRL. Small, family owned budget hotels are also widely abundant and starting costs are between 70-100 BRL. Your own room in a home stay can cost as little as 35-50 BRL.
we choose the hotel in Copacabana tulip inn he cost us per night 700 BRL for two .(luxury hotel with view beach Copacabana )
and then we just found another hotel just from the back with view in the city they cost us per night 215 BRL for two
Food – Food is not halal . Small, locally owned restaurants there cost 14 BRL for a meal that includes a couple of courses and a drink. Nicer for us we choose seafood and pizza's for the price was good the big one cost 58 BRL. All prices are higher in Copacabana beach
we try also there traditional (Pastel de feira)
A large envelope of pastry enfolds hot fillings like cheese Pasteis (the plural of "pastel") can sometimes also come in smaller sizes, deep fried, with about 6 or 7 to a portion, especially in bars. Locals rave about the large fresh ones available at the weekend markets in Copacabana
Insider's Tip: Pair your pastel with sugar cane juice (caldo de cana) for a perfect hangover cure
Drinks :
Guaraná is a guaraná flavoured soft drink, originating in Brazil
it was so yumm and my first time to try the fruit guaraná.
Transportation – Long-distance buses are a convenient, economical, and comfortable way to travel between regions. Bus tickets cost about 8-10 BRL per hour of travel. Check travel distance and times online—going from Rio de Janeiro to the other places like LAPA (Escaderia Selaron and Santa Teresa ),
Escaderia Selaron : is the most place to visit in Rio
We found also pictures for Tunisian Doors in the stairs
Santa Teresa :
is the name of a neighborhood in the city of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. It is located on top of the Santa Teresa hill, by the centre of Rio, and is famous for its winding, narrow streets which are a favorite spot for artists and tourists.
Activities :
– Cristo Redentor : Situate in a mountain in central Rio de Janeiro, Brazil called Corcovado , how can visit Brasil without Going there and see the beautiful view of copacabana and Ipanema Beach .
Maracana Stadium
Maracanã has already been the scenery of the most important Brazilian soccer classic and earned historical moments of the international soccer. Monumental facts, like the thousandth goal of king Pelé, in 1969, also happened in the grass of the soccer Brazilian temple
How to get there
– By metro via :
To the West access of the stadiums (UERJ ramp and entrances A, B, C), disembark on Maracanã station.
To the East access of the stadium (Bellini ramp and entrances D, E, F), disembark on São Cristóvão station.
To the West access of the stadiums (UERJ ramp and entrances A, B, C), disembark on Maracanã station.
To the East access of the stadium (Bellini ramp and entrances D, E, F), disembark on São Cristóvão station.
The museum is dedicated to the history of the Brazilian football, mainly for the World Cup victories. You can not see any club related exhibitions in the museum, this is why you do not find too many items (for example trophies) in the museum, you see mainly pictures and graphics only. The highlight of the museum are the footprints of famous players (not only Brazilian players) and the football Pelé scored his 1000th goal with.
During your visit in the museum you can take a look at the reconstruction of the Maracana Stadium for the opening ceremony of the 2014 FIFA World Cup
Zico
Clothes Garrincha and football net last game for Pele
Mario Zagallo
seats used by Elizabeth II (1968) and the pope (1997)
small size Maracana Stadium
the footprints of Roberto Dinamite
the footprints of Kaká
the footprints of Pelé
Cost for the ticket 15 BRL and you can rent the guide radio for 50 BRL
The Best View in Rio… And It’s From a Favela :
Rio’s favelas are where approximately 70,000 of the city’s poorest residents live. The favelas have a reputation for being crime-ridden and acutely dangerous, with many places flagged as no-go areas: infamous as the hangouts for criminals and the location of drug deals. And I hate to say it, but I was gripping on pretty tightly to my bag strap as we walked.
But then why were so many people smiling and laughing as they passed us? Why were so many children walking alone through the twisting streets?
There’s a fascinating stereotype battle happening in places like Rocinha. In the news, the crime and drug issues come to the fore. And it’s understandable – clearly, favelas have their dangers. But the tourist market has a different mindset: that the favelas are fascinating, vibrant, energetic and filled with a sense of community.
They also have a rather strange ability to make money, as they fit right into a burgeoning trend known as Edson Moreira
Many backpackers and young travelers passing through Rio have the same idea in mind. Visit a favela, live through the potential danger, and feel like you’ve really got a story to tell afterward.
We ducked under swathes of electrical wiring past groups of young men fixing cars or unloading produce from trucks; kept a watchful eye on the innumerable motor taxis, which zoomed past with no regard for pedestrian safety; and stepped quickly away from sparking metal above our heads, as repairmen on ladders played God.
It was fascinating and exhilarating – but I never once felt like I was in any real danger
Exploring the real Rocinha:
Earlier that day, I’d felt somewhat smug that I wasn’t part of a tour group,
My first impressions were right. There’s a wonderfully strong sense of community in Rocinha – but it’s made more obvious when you’re actually involved in that community. Even a little bit.
For this tour you can Contact Edson Moreira , he's a good guy speak very well English :
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Rio Safety Tips :
Safety is a key issue when traveling – especially in Brazil, but by taking basic precautions you should be able to avoid 90% of potential trouble or account for it.
*Start by taking out travel insurance and paying the excess waiver. This way you’re covered for anything that gets stolen, so no need to tackle that knife-wielding maniac to save 50 quid. Just handover your money! You will have to report the crime to the police and contact the insurance company immediately in order to make a successful claim.
*Take taxis whenever in doubt about safety of a region, especially after dark. Many of Rio’s streets are deserted at night, and the streets on the outskirts of Lapa in particular can be dodgy (always taxi in and out of Lapa). As you get to know the city better, you can use public transport more, and during the day you should be fine anyhow.
*Areas such as Leblon, Gavea, Ipanema, Copacabana and Botafogo are amongst the safest – as far I can see – so stay in one of those if you prefer to travel on the safe side.
*Just carry what you need, either loose in your pocket, or a small wallet ( no big bulge in your pocket!), especially at night. At night I’d recommend carrying just i) the cash you are willing to spend ii) one card (if any) and iii) a copy of your passport. Apart from your key and maybe a note with your address (useful if you don’t speak Portuguese and want to get a taxi) you really shouldn’t need anything else.
*A spare bit of cash hidden in your key pocket, shoe or bra could help you get a taxi home in the event of having to hand over your wallet.
*Try to hang out with some people who know the city better than you and can be your guide!
*Avoid going up hills. Generally speaking favelas are now considered pretty safe places, after most were “pacified”, however not so long ago, going up a hill – where favelas are based – could mean serious trouble. I’d still avoid going up any hills without a guide as the one or two times I did venture a little ways upwards I felt I was on uncomfortable territory. (Others however swear by the safety of favelas, and there are several hostels in favelas you can stay at…).
Ok that’s about it. Feel free to add more info in the comments section if you have any other good tips, ideas or knowledge…
Bina with Love