Rio’s Sugarloaf Cable Car Turns 100: Daily
The Bondinho do Pão de Açúcar - the Sugarloaf Mountain cable car – celebrates its centenary this Saturday, October 27th.
October 27, 2012Topic
Tourism
Tips for Taking Photos in Rio de Janeiro
Worldwide, people recognize Rio’s iconic images, the ocean, mountains, Carnival and vibrant lifestyles make the city a photographer’s dream destination.
September 11, 2012
Bonde, o Filme! Short in Santa Teresa: Daily
The first screening of short movie “Bonde, o filme!” in Santa Teresa happened Sunday, directed by British filmmaker and Rioresident...
August 27, 2012
GringoLocal Start-up Targets Tourists
A new Brazilian start-up company is aiming to connect tourists with local services that may otherwise fall under the radar.
July 31, 2012
Rio Limits Tourist Helicopter Traffic
Rio signed the Termo de Ajustamento de Conduta (TAC) to stem the noise pollution created by frequent helicopter flights over...
July 31, 2012
Museum of Image and Sound Setbacks
The Museum of Image and Sound (MIS) is set to move to Copacabana Beach, but construction setbacks and rising project...
July 24, 2012
Hey Taxi! English Courses for Rio’s Drivers
Hey Taxi!, a new project aimed at improving communication between foreign tourists and taxi drivers operating in the city of...
July 17, 2012
Police Helicopters in Beach Arrests: Daily
Police officers landed two armored Polícia Civil helicopters on Copacabana Beach to help a group of tourists who were being...
June 7, 2012
Spain and Brazil Look to Strengthen Ties
King Juan Carlos I of Spain arrived in Brazil this week for high-level meetings aimed at strengthening his country’s economic...
June 5, 2012