How to Get Around Rio de Janeiro on an Electric Scooter
Anyone walking around the streets of the ‘Cidade Maravilhosa’ can’t help but notice the mysterious presence of ‘patinete elétrico’ (electric...
March 28, 2019Topic
safety
Riotur Taps ‘Segurança Presente’ to Help with Security During Carnival
To ensure the safety of tourists and locals alike during the biggest party on the planet, the Coordinator of ‘Segurança...
January 30, 2019
Rio’s Security Services Increase Presence Around Tourist Landmarks
On Tuesday, January 15th, a major operation was undertaken by Rio’s security forces with the goal of bringing greater security...
January 16, 2019
Rio Security Forces Launch 2017 Summer Policing Operations
To enforce security in Rio, Operação Praia (Beach Operation) has approximately 850 police officers from different units in action.
December 21, 2016
Rio’s Centro Shows Biggest Decrease in Traffic Accidents
A new study shows traffic accidents greatly reduced throughout Rio de Janeiro, with the biggest decrease seen in Centro, a...
October 18, 2016
Brazilian Officials to Boost Rio 2016 Olympic Security Measures
“If you want to go to a safe place in the world in August, come to Rio de Janeiro,” says...
July 16, 2016
D-Day for Combating Zika Virus Mosquitos in Brazil
More than 220,000 armed forces personnel are expected to knock on at least three million homes looking for the mosquito’s...
February 13, 2016
Rio Opens New Bike Path on Avenida Niemeyer to Bumpy Start
After a year and six months of construction, the new bike path that connects the neighborhoods of Leblon and São...
January 27, 2016
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