Exploring Niterói, Rio de Janeiro’s Sister City Across the Bay
There is an old joke which says that the best thing about Niterói is the view of Rio, which is...
February 19, 2016Topic
Beaches
Drones to be Used in Beach Rescues in Rio de Janeiro
Drones equipped with cameras will scan waters and aid rescuers in locating the exact position of possible drowning victims.
December 30, 2015
Operação Verão 2015 Implemented on Niterói Beaches
Niterói, Rio de Janeiro's neighboring municipality, will implement Operação Verão 2015 on nine of its beaches this summer to help...
October 21, 2015
Police in Rio Start Summer Security Operation at Beaches
Operação Verão started a week early after massive looting was reported last weekend at some of Rio's most famous beaches.
September 27, 2015
Helicopter Rides in Rio de Janeiro: See the City from Above
For many years a number of companies have offered helicopter flights over the city. With a choice of routes, priced...
September 15, 2015
Looting and ‘Lei Seca’ Mark Weekend at Rio’s Beaches
Police officials want to curb drivers from drinking at the beach and looting by groups of youths during the weekends.
January 12, 2015
Record Heat Expected in Rio de Janeiro This Weekend
Rio de Janeiro beaches expected to be crowded once again as the heat soars during the second weekend of 2015...
January 10, 2015
A Trip to the Island Paradise of Ilha Grande in Brazil
Just an around two hours drive and short boat trip from Rio de Janeiro away lies the island paradise of...
December 13, 2014
Rio to Implement Policies to Decrease Thefts on Beaches
Objective is to prevent mass robberies of tourists and residents alike at crowded beaches by groups of youths
November 17, 2014