Rio de Janeiro was a city that really, really surprised me with its beauty. The beaches, the buildings, and the stunning ...

Rio de Janeiro: the wonderful city with a thousand colours On the Atlantic coast, Rio de Janeiro is a sunny city, where life is best lived outdoors, to enjoy the sun, the ocean and the carnival.

Major attractions – such as Lapa, Santa Teresa and other popular sites – can easily be reached by Uber or a taxi, which are not difficult to hail on the ... from Rio de Janeiro International ...

Also, expect crowds on the main city beaches when temperatures hover in the mid-80s (or higher). This is also the season when Rio de Janeiro sees the most rainfall, so pack an umbrella.