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For Rent: 2BR, US$350/Night, Ipanema

Two bedroom flat in Tiffany’s building (Ipanema) with lateral seaview. Located on the 7th floor on the Tiffany’s building, high above the leafy Rua Prudente de Moraes, the building offers reception and 24 hour security, swimming pool and terraces, restaurant and coffee shop dining, piano bar and music room, as well as a health club [...]

Practicing Judaism in Rio and Brazil

By Fiona Hurrell, Senior Contributing Reporter RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL – Judaism has been practiced in Brazil since as far back as the 16th century according to historical reports, however in a predominantly Catholic country the Jewish faith is relatively modest outside of its own community. As part of a religious awareness campaign leading up [...]

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For Rent: 3BR, US$325, Ipanema

Comfortable and spacious three bedroom apartment in Ipanema This tastefully done apartment is in a lovely building, just 2 short blocks to Ipanema beach. It has beautiful hardwood flooring throughout, modern amenities in the kitchen and living room – including a flat screen television. There are large windows in the living area, that lets in [...]

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Vanessa da Mata Show in Ipanema: Daily

By Chesney Hearst, Contributing Reporter RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL – Latin Grammy Award-winning Brazilian MPB (Brazilian Popular Music) singer-songwriter Vanessa da Mata will perform music legend’s Tom Jobim’s classics during a free concert on the sands of Ipanema beach at 5PM on Sunday, June 9th. Known for her Brazilian number one hits that include “Ai, [...]

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For Rent: 1BR, €$200, Ipanema

Beautiful 1 bedroom apartment with Lagoon and Christ view. Totally refurbished modern one bedroom apartment with a beautiful view over the Lagoon and the Christ redeemer. When you enter in this beautiful apartment you will be directly confronted with the amazing and peaceful view over the Lagoon. The living room is very modern and comfortably [...]

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What R$5,000 Rents in Rio de Janeiro 2013

By Lisa Flueckiger, Contributing Reporter RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL – Rio de Janeiro’s real estate market is tight and finding affordable places in the Zona Sul (South Zone) can be difficult, especially if one needs a little more space. Therefore, continuing our series of rent prices, we show what R$5,000 can rent this year in [...]

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Staying at the Ipanema Plaza Hotel

By Anna Kaiser, Contributing Reporter RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL – Style and location make a winning combination at the Ipanema Plaza on Rua Farme de Amoedo in Ipanema. This hotel is located within a block’s proximity to the beach and offers high quality rooms and amenities; an optimal choice for both families, couples, and people [...]

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For Rent: 2.5BR, R$9,000, Ipanema

Location, Location, Location, this apartment has it! Located in Ipanema on Rua Barao da Torre this quiet, remodeled 2.5 bedroom two bathroom apartment with ocean views and one car parking/ fast WIFI internet is located close to the beach, shopping and all the best restaurants in town! R$9,000 per month. For more information and to [...]

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New Leblon Traffic Flow from Line 4 Metro

By Fiona Hurrell, Senior Contributing Reporter RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL – Road closures and detours, including a new bridge over Jardim de Alah, have caused increased traffic build up in Leblon recently due to work on the new Metro Line 4. The new line, which is expected to be finished in 2015, promises to significantly [...]

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Gringo Lounge at the Gringo Café

By Fiona Hurrell, Senior Contributing Reporter RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL – The Gringo Café in Ipanema is known for its all-American menu and perfect location a few short blocks from posto 9, as well as throwing events that bring both the expatriate community and local residents together. Now it has added yet another string to [...]

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