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20 unmissable things to do in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

There are few cities in the world where the mountains meet the sea, where the sun shines year round, and the sounds of samba ...

Carnival 2025: Highlights from Brazil’s street parties

Brazil’s 2025 Carnival revelry is ramping up, from the raucous street parties to the glitzy parades. Follow AP reporters and ...
AOL

Rio Carnival: 9 Experiences That Capture the Real Magic

A first visit during Rio de Janeiro’s Carnival stretch can feel like a whirl of drums, outfits, sunshine, and logistics. The smart move is to mix one structured spectacle with several local moments so ...
Queerty

PHOTOS: This year’s Carnival in Rio had progress—and gays—on parade

Brazil has been in party mode since February 13 with the 2026 Carnival celebration, which wraps up this weekend. The atmosphere has been especially festive in Rio de Janeiro, where city officials were ...
The New York Times

A Rio Carnival Party That Goes On and On

The Boi Tolo, one of the city’s most iconic street parties, has come to represent the glittery, gritty grass-roots celebration far from the glamour of the official parades. Revelers taking part in the ...
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Rio de Janeiro Welcomes Record Crowds as Mega-Events and New Travel Rules Reshape Tourism

In 2026, Rio de Janeiro is hosting a series of global mega-events that are drawing unprecedented visitor numbers, from the Golden Globes Tribute Gala to SailGP and the FIFA World Cup Fan Fest.