Ilha Grande in Rio State is Set for Major Infrastructure Renovation
This week, state government officials announced that they are about to undergo a major redevelopment project in the town of...
June 10, 2016Topic
Angra dos Reis
Rio Officials Annouce Regulations for Sea Vessels in Angra dos Reis
The new set of rules designed to improve the quality of tourism services will come into effect at the same...
February 29, 2016Five Beaches in Rio State to Visit Outside the City
Tourists to Rio's capital often find themselves smitten by world famous and beautiful beaches like Copacabana and Ipanema. Cariocas, however,...
August 27, 2015
Spending Time in Angra dos Reis
An increasingly popular destination with 365 islands - including Ilha Grande - the mainland of the municipality of Angra dos...
October 16, 2012
Record Brazil Nuclear Energy in 2011: Daily
During 2011 Brazil’s two nuclear power plants generated 15,644,251 megawatt hours (MWh) setting new national records, said Eletronuclear.
January 17, 2012
Modec Fined R$16.6M for Ilha Grande Oil Spill
Japanese company Modec, which provides services to the oil industry, was fined R$16.6 million for an oil spill in Ilha...
December 27, 2011
Off-Season Hidden Getaways in Rio State
There is plenty to explore in Rio state, particularly off-season when things are quieter and prices are lower.
June 7, 2011
Brazil Reacts to Japan Tragedy
By Patricia Maresch, Contributing Reporter RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL – The Japanese Consulate in Rio de Janeiro opened their phone...
March 15, 2011
Ilha Grande Paradise Pousadas
By Alison McGowan, Contributing Reporter RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - If paradise exists in the form of unspoiled wild beaches,...
January 4, 2011