Most of its 56 rooms have sea views and are big, bright and beautifully decorated with an aesthetic that pairs Scandinavian simplicity with a distinctively tropical slant. Perfectly positioned at the other end of Ipanema is Hotel Arpoador , which re-opened in January with a fresh new look and a rooftop bar and plunge pool. Its 49 compact rooms have tastefully subtle nautical touches and come decked out in a simple palette of white and ocean-blue. Its grand, Art Nouveau interiors, tiled floors and stained glass ceiling create a classy setting in which to indulge in pastries, cakes and custard tarts.
There are also sandwiches, salads and bolinhos croquettes for those with more savoury tastes. Go for something like Brazilian beef stew served with rice, beans, fried eggs and plantain, all washed down with a couple of caipirinhas. The cheapest and most varied way to eat out is in a "por quilo" restaurant, where buffets of sushi, salads and heartier dishes are sold by weight. Sip a craft beer and be sure to peek over the wall to spot sea turtles swimming below. Soak up more water views at Bar Urca , an informal joint whose scenic setting makes it popular for evening drinks.
Join crowds of locals along the sea wall and take in the view towards Christ the Redeemer as the sun sets over Guanabara Bay. I floated beyond the breakers, staring up at the fork-tailed frigatebirds soaring on thermals. Thoroughly seduced; thinking, maravilhosa city indeed. But is it really more beautiful than the Mother City? If you plan your trip with Best Kept, one is included in your package.
Working with Rio-based operator BIT, Best Kept specialises in bespoke holidays according to your budget and interests. Carnival 21—26 February is great fun but the city is gridlocked and prices rocket. From R per person sharing. Santa Teresa Mama Shelter is funky and the best bargain in this hilltop neighbourhood. Ipanema I loved homely little Ipanema Inn , a block from the beach with warm, quirky staff.
Hotel Arpoador has the best beachfront location in Rio. From R1, per person. For a special-occasion splurge, the iconic Belmond Copacabana Palace is worth every cent. From R2, per person sharing. With km of bicycle lanes in the city and South Zone, cycling is a great way to get around. Metered taxis cruise the streets at all times — easy to hail and affordable for short hops; a tip is not expected.
Entry R per person. Join a cooking class with Chef Simone in Copacabana. For a Brazilian-flavoured fine-dining splurge book at Oro in Leblon ororestaurante. Capricciosa in Copacabana serves superb pizzas from R capricciosa. Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly.
Travelers are likely to be in town to see one of the matches, but that doesn't mean you should write it off—this city is a sleeper hit. It's the capital of Minas Gerais, a landlocked state known for lush farmland, colonial-era architecture, and rich, comforting cuisine that caught Bourdain's eye. It was also the heart of the Brazilian Gold Rush, making it quite literally rich as well. You could easily spend a couple days eating Minas cheese in the Mercado Central and walking the leafy avenues, but don't miss taking a day trip to Inhotim —a massive modern art complex set within a botanical garden just an hour outside town—which is reason enough to hop the hour-long flight from Rio.
It's so easy to love, you probably won't be the only tourist around, but that's okay—the buzz around the main square is a welcome hum in the otherwise quiet town, and with more than 65 islands and beaches within the boundaries of Paraty, it's easy to break off from the herd. Hire a boat to explore the speck that is Cedro Island, or the secluded Saco de Mamangua, or enjoy favorite stretches of sand on the mainland, like beaches Trinidade and Sono.
Most of the accommodations are small boutiques built into colonial homes Paraty Casa Colonial is a comfortable option. And, for just a few months a year, it becomes home to semi-permanent beaches as rainwater pools settle in the dips of its dunes. From there, you can explore the most popular pools—Lake Azul and Lake Bonita—on your own, or have a guide take you out on a 4x4 for a days-long excursion tap a travel specialist for help with the latter.
Visit between July and Sept, when the pools are full but the heat is still bearable. The little peninsula is carved with nearly two dozen beaches, with highlights like the rocky cove of Praia Azeda, and the jungle-meets-sand setting of Praia Brava. And, even though it's just a three-hour drive from the Marvelous City, the water is calmer and cleaner than in Rio, and the vibe on-land feels more like your classic beach town—expect cobblestoned streets, sail-up restaurants, and relaxing stays like Insolito Boutique Hotel.
Rent a car in Rio—you'll also need it for beach-hopping while in town—and stay for a long weekend. You could spend a couple days eating at destination restaurants like the two Michelin-starred D. In between, crash at the design-friendly Hotel Unique.
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Price Low to High. Price High to Low. Duration Short to Long. Duration Long to Short. Get an overview of Rio's most important sights during this comprehensive 8-hour tour. With a local guide, travel through the Tijuca Forest, stopping at Paineiras to board transportation to the top of Corcovado, home of the Christ the Redeemer statue. Round-trip transportation from Rio hotels is included.
Face masks required for travelers in public areas. Face masks required for guides in public areas. Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff. Summit both Corcovado and Sugar Loaf mountains in the early morning to beat the crowds on this half-day tour in Rio de Janeiro. After bright and early pickup from your Rio hotel, travel through the Tijuca National Forest to get up close with the Christ the Redeemer statue without throngs of people around.
After learning about its history from your local guide, move on to Sugar Loaf Mountain for spectacular views of the sprawling city, slowly waking up in the morning light. Tickets for the Sugar Loaf cable car are not included. Experience Hang Gliding or Paragliding in Rio star-5 Fly in the most beautiful scenery of the city, fly over the forest, the mountains and the sea.
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