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Planning a trip to Rio

Budgets, safety, neighbourhoods to base yourself in and the practicalities of putting a Rio trip together.

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Brazil visa guide — who needs one for a Rio trip
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Brazil visa guide — who needs one for a Rio trip

Who needs a visa for Brazil, e-visa rules for US, Canadian, and Australian citizens, and short-stay entry for EU and UK travellers — verify before you fly.

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First time in Rio de Janeiro — what a trip actually looks like

First time in Rio de Janeiro — what a trip actually looks like
How many days do you need in Rio de Janeiro?

How many days do you need in Rio de Janeiro?
Money and payments in Rio de Janeiro — cash, cards, and Pix

Money and payments in Rio de Janeiro — cash, cards, and Pix
Rio de Janeiro on a budget — real prices, the free city

Rio de Janeiro on a budget — real prices, the free city
Rio de Janeiro safety guide — what actually happens, and how to avoid it

Rio de Janeiro safety guide — what actually happens, and how to avoid it
Rio de Janeiro with kids — what works, what doesn't

Rio de Janeiro with kids — what works, what doesn't
Solo travel in Rio de Janeiro — a practical guide

Solo travel in Rio de Janeiro — a practical guide
Where to stay in Rio de Janeiro — neighbourhood by neighbourhood

Where to stay in Rio de Janeiro — neighbourhood by neighbourhood

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