Rio to Reduce a Third of Buses by 2016
Along with massive infrastructure and transport investments to happen in Rio by the 2016 Olympics, a third of conventional buses...
November 13, 2012Section
Real Estate
Real Estate News in Rio de Janeiro and Brazil
Botafogo: the New Soul of Zona Sul
While perhaps not as well known as nearby Copacabana, Botafogo is quintessentially Carioca, boasting many of the most famous characteristics...
November 6, 2012
Rise in Accidents on the Streets of Rio
Rio de Janeiro has seen an increase in car crashes in its congested streets, with five major bus accidents tooking...
October 30, 2012
Wealth Growing in Some Favela Communities
The economic differences are becoming more apparent in some of Rio’s favela communities, as a new A/B class is growing.
October 30, 2012
Copacabana and the Olympic Limelight
With the London Olympics over, it is now Rio’s time in the global limelight, and much of the focus will...
October 23, 2012
Copacabana Palace Hotel Renovation
The Copacabana Palace Hotel has remained one of Rio’s most iconic landmarks since it first opened its doors in 1923,...
October 16, 2012
Dispute Highlights Interest in Vidigal Property
A conflict between expatriates over land ownership in Rio’s Vidigal favela community is headed for the courts, after residents at...
October 9, 2012
Jacarepaguá Water Improvement Works
Preparations for the 2016 Olympic Games include water drainage projects to prevent future flooding and improve water quality in Jacarepaguá.
October 2, 2012
Complexo da Penha to Receive R$580 Million
Complexo da Penha in Rio’s Zona Norte (North Zone) is set to receive investments worth R$580 million (US$290 million) under...
October 2, 2012