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    Rio de Janeiro travel guide

    Everything you need to know before your trip to Rio

    Money, safety, parties, beaches, getting around, living in Rio and Portuguese. Practical guides written by locals, updated with real prices and dates.

    A plate of Brazilian feijoada with rice, farofa and collard greens Things to do

    What to eat and drink in Rio

    A guide to Rio food: must-try dishes, drinks, approximate prices, botecos, how to order in Portuguese and what the 10% service charge on your bill means.

    6 min readRead guide
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    Portuguese for Spanish Speakers: False Friends & Phrases

    “Embaraçada” isn't pregnant and “propina” is a bribe. Key false friends, survival phrases and where to learn Portuguese in Rio.

    7 min readRead guide
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    Portuguese for Travelers: Rio Phrasebook

    The Portuguese you actually need in Rio: greetings, restaurants, rides, the beach and emergencies—with pronunciation, audio and local slang.

    4 min readRead guide