Scammed in Arraial do Cabo, Rio de Janeiro (Scams in Brazil)
There are many common scams in Brazil, and I experienced one myself. In Arraial do Cabo, I was scammed out of a bit more than 300USD. Learn from my mistake!
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I Didn’t Like Arraial Do Cabo
I wasn’t thrilled with Arraial do Cabo as the beaches and weather weren’t great, but there were a few pleasant surprises.
View PostHike Rio de Janeiro – Morro do Leme
Want to hike Rio de Janeiro? One of the most convenient trails is hiding in plain sight, at the edge of Copacabana, at Morro do Leme.
View PostBeaches and Vistas of Buzios, the Best Weekend Trip from Rio de Janeiro
Buzios is the perfect distance away for a weekend trip from Rio de Janeiro, and is the best place to have a car for exploring secluded beaches and secret trails.
View PostWhat to Buy in Rio de Janeiro (and What NOT to Buy)
7 Things I DON’T Love about Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Rio has amazing beaches, friendly people, and ridiculously good weather. But it’s not all beaches and sunshine in the Marvelous City.
View PostWeekend Trip from Rio de Janeiro to Buzios Brazil
Escadaria Selaron : The Selaron Stairs
The Selaron Stairs are an iconic sight in Rio de Janeiro, though they hold a sad story about the fate of their creator.
View PostRio de Janeiro Monkeys – My (Almost) Pets
My favorite part of my first place in Rio was the little monkeys that came to visit (er, eat) every afternoon.
View PostBikeRio Bike Share
Join me in discussing the results of my weekly challenge, and planning for my next.
Try one new thing a week: to challenge your doubts, push your boundaries, and maybe discover a new favorite.
This week, I report back on the BikeRio bike share program.
