Carnival tradition arrived in Brazil through Portuguese settlers ... the rhythmic steps of samba spread through urban centers like Rio de Janeiro and Bahia, which have become known as the ...

Travelers headed to Brazil's biggest party, Carnival, this week are advised ... The center of the festivities, Rio de Janeiro, declared a public health emergency on Monday after an outbreak ...

The Londoner was chosen to be the muse of one of Rio de Janeiro's samba schools, leading out its first float at the Sambadrome - the world-famous carnival strip. The 37-year-old, now known as ...

With Olympic-level dance tournaments and street parties that take over whole neighbourhoods, Brazilian Carnival has a place for every type of traveller.

The city's seductive samba beat and incredible panoramic views last year-round, but arrive in February to experience Carnival ... is also the season when Rio de Janeiro sees the most rainfall ...

Rio de Janeiro, Carnival under Fire by Ruy Castro (2004 ... world music label has compiled an eclectic mix of sounds from Brazil’s many genres of music, like samba, bossa nova, and forró.

Some 13,000 buses have been readied to meet demand, but booking so far account for 70% of figures from pre-pandemic Carnival weekends. Rio de Janeiro's Botanical Garden (JBRJ) will be open to ...

Brazil is a sprawling and dynamic nation with various climates and cultural celebrations to attend throughout the year. That ...

A Rio de Janeiro zoo is giving ice pops to a bear, a jaguar, wolves and monkeys for some welcome relief from Brazil’s ...

Uncover the secrets of two South American cities that have charmed their way onto a prestigious global list. Their stories ...

In all areas of Rio, remain vigilant with valuables due ... always hand over your belongings). Carnival street parties can be a hotspot for petty theft, so keep your possessions zipped away ...