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Ernestinho’s Tips
Ideas for planning each day, saving time and understanding how Rio works.
Essential tips
Plan and enjoy your trip
Why travel with insurance
What to do each day
A full day when it rains
Rio in 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 or 7 days
A walk through Rio's Port Zone and Centro
Unforgettable sunsets
Things nobody explains before you come
Tourist traps and charges you should know about
What to check before leaving your accommodation
What to discover in a Brazilian supermarket
Souvenirs and gifts to take home
How a Brazilian rodízio works
Google Maps mistakes that can waste your time
Rio for your travel style
50 questions before coming to Rio
Portuguese to get by in RioRIO · PRACTICAL GUIDES
Practical details that shape the day
Straightforward guides to plan ahead and make decisions with current information, without assuming every beach or service works the same way.
Rio with a pet
Documents, heat, beaches and transport: verify each rule before travelling.
OPEN GUIDE →Practical services in Rio
Pharmacies, laundry, toilets and connectivity: practical fixes while out.
OPEN GUIDE →A beach day: barracas and kiosks
How to order, agree prices and use services without assuming what is included.
OPEN GUIDE →Check sea conditions
Waves, wind, storm swell and bathing quality are different, changing conditions.
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