Comments on: Initial Impressions of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

By: Aradhana

Aradhana — Thu, 18 Feb 2021 18:43:27 +0000

Rio sounds like such a cool destination! I would definitely wanna explore the beaches, the food looks extremely appetising! Ipanema is so fascinating with its intersection between a town and a beach.

By: Kez

Kez — Tue, 16 Feb 2021 05:57:39 +0000

It’s funny, all of the bad stuff I’ve heard about Brazil has also been from Brazilians. It’s pretty much the same with other Latin American countries. I didn’t hear anything about cities in Ecuafor of Peru being unsafe until I was in those cities.

Like you, I have not experienced the dangers that locals insist lurk everywhere, (even in countries in Africa) but as an experienced traveller, I don’t go looking for those situations!

By: backpackandsnorkel

backpackandsnorkel — Tue, 16 Feb 2021 01:22:15 +0000

Thank you for your post. I am planning a trip to Brazil in the next 2 years and I was wondering about the safety situation in Rio too. From my own travels, I have learned that places around the globe are typically much safer then what is reported in the media. What really threw me off was one report during the Olympics where the GPS led a couple to drive through one of the favelas where their car was stopped and I believe they were killed. I knew that favelas are typically up on the hills and look very distinct, so I was wondering how something like this can happen.
One more thing: I love the 4 photos of the food. What is the photo on the lower right hand side?

By: Charlie | Nonchalant Navigator

Charlie | Nonchalant Navigator — Mon, 15 Feb 2021 21:18:35 +0000

Ah you're really sparking my wanderlust with this one, I've always really wanted to visit Brazil! Great post Kevin, look forward to hearing more about the food What's that pinkish bun you had for the burger?

By: josypheen

josypheen — Tue, 29 Dec 2020 18:07:55 +0000

I am just blown away by the scenery in Rio! (ehem and the food!) Those mountains are gorgeous – I have never seen a city quite like this!

Fab post (as always) Kevin!!

By: Eric Gamble

Eric Gamble — Wed, 28 Oct 2020 16:37:44 +0000

Just looking at your pictures should prove to anyone that Rio is a clean and beautiful city! I never believed much of the hype of people worried about crime in most cities unless their was a big drug culture or military presence. So for Rio, it seems like any other big city. You should never be afraid but always be cautious!
For me, the food and nightlife would be a definite highlight but hands down its the famous beaches of Copacabana and Ipanema! Those beaches look amazing and to have the mountains in the backdrop make it a perfect adventure for my bucket list project!

By: Chelsea Messina

Chelsea Messina — Mon, 26 Oct 2020 20:18:49 +0000

I love this article. Your safety tips are really good, I had no idea that Brazil was so diverse! The pictures you captured are beautiful – also WHAT IS that amazing burger bun?!

By: samhint

samhint — Mon, 26 Oct 2020 06:04:07 +0000

Looks super stunning! I’m so happy you covered safety. I’ve always heard that Brazil (especially Rio) had super high and intense crime rates, people have always spread horror stories. It’s nice to hear I could go there and feel safe to enjoy all this beauty!

By: Jamie Italiane

Jamie Italiane — Sat, 24 Oct 2020 19:06:49 +0000

This is a very interesting post. I definitely have heard about Rio being rough. Do you know why the barrios are higher? That is so different from what normally occurs with desires for views. Or are the views of these areas blocked by the richer high rises and they are hard to get to?