Update Blog for the site gringo-rio.com

Jul 4, The Christ Statue on Corcovado Mountain and the Sugarloaf

Fri, 04 Jul 2008 18:17:03 GMT

Visiting the Christ Statue on Corcovado Mountain or going to the Sugarloaf are two musts in Rio. Here I have explained how to get there and some other useful info about them.

Jun 24, The ultimate Rio de Janeiro Guide

Tue, 24 Jun 2008 11:06:53 GMT

Visiting Rio? Heres is your complete Rio de Janeiro City Guide. All in one place; everything from nightlife to volunteer work.

Jun 21, Facts About Rio de Janeiro

Sat, 21 Jun 2008 14:01:09 GMT

If you want stats and facts about Rio de Janeiro this is your place. Crime rates, population, demography and lots more.

Jun 15, Beaches in Rio de Janeiro; A Guide

Sun, 15 Jun 2008 17:23:08 GMT

The Beaches in Rio de Janeiro are definitely a must if you come here. The beauty, the multitude and the relaxed atmosphere has made them famous around the world.

Jun 13, Food in Rio

Fri, 13 Jun 2008 21:33:45 GMT

What is the traditional food in Rio de Janeiro? Where do you best eat it and how do you cook it? All about fruits and drinks. An insiders view.

Jun 13, Organic and Vegetarian Restaurants in Rio de Janeiro

Fri, 13 Jun 2008 20:56:18 GMT

Organic and vegetarian restaurants are not very common in Rio de Janeiro. I have put together some of the restaurants I know on this page.

Jun 13, International Food in Rio

Fri, 13 Jun 2008 20:44:03 GMT

Most foreigneres that come to Rio long for international food. The local cuisine is extremely bland so its easy to understand. Heres a list with restaurants and places to buy spices and food stuff.

Jun 13, Caipirinha and Other Drinks from Rio

Fri, 13 Jun 2008 19:26:59 GMT

The caipirinha might be the most famous alcoholic drink from Brazil but there are plenty of other delicious ones. This page page is dedicated to Brazilian alcoholic drinks.

Jun 13, Acai, Guarana and other Natural Medicines from Brazil

Fri, 13 Jun 2008 19:09:07 GMT

Acai is just one of the natural products from Brazil that have medicinal properties, another is Guarana. On this page I have listed some of them with their benefits.

Jun 1, Rio Fruits & Juices

Sun, 01 Jun 2008 19:23:28 GMT

If you come to Rio fruits and juices are one of the highlights. This page has info about common and unique fruits you find in Rio, as well as a list of recommended juices.

Jun 1, Brazilian Barbeque and Other Traditional Rio Food

Sun, 01 Jun 2008 18:54:51 GMT

Most people try the Brazilian Barbeque when they come to Rio. What are the other traditional dishes. This page is about them. Bacalhau, feijoada and desserts.

May 16, Boxing and Jiu-Jitsu in Rio

Fri, 16 May 2008 16:19:10 GMT

Many go and train Brazilian jiu-jitsu in Rio de Janeiro. Here is some info on where you can find the different schools. Also a little about boxing in Rio.

Apr 19, Churches in Rio for Foreigners

Sat, 19 Apr 2008 13:54:18 GMT

What churches in Rio have services in other languages? Here you find info on places of worship with services in English and other languages. Scandinavian church in Rio.

Apr 18, Nightlife in Rio de Janeiro

Fri, 18 Apr 2008 15:09:10 GMT

Your guide to Nightlife in Rio de Janeiro. Best Nightclubs, biggest Street Parties, Live Music, Bars and Nightclubs in Rio de Janeiro.

Apr 18, Nightlife Suggestions in Rio

Fri, 18 Apr 2008 14:50:23 GMT

Here are nightlife suggestions for Rio de Janeiro on Sundays, Mondays and Tuesdays. Both for nightclubs and live music.

Apr 13, When it Rains in Rio; What to do?

Sun, 13 Apr 2008 20:55:02 GMT

When it rains in Rio it seems like everything stops. But there are things you can do. Here I have recommendations for rainy days in Rio de Janeiro.

Apr 5, Bars in Rio de Janeiro

Sat, 05 Apr 2008 12:06:23 GMT

All the information about bars in Rio de Janeiro you need. An excellent selection listed by neighbourhood with addresses and phone numbers.

Mar 30, Climbing & Hiking in Rio

Sun, 30 Mar 2008 23:40:25 GMT

To go climbing or hiking in Rio de Janeiro is spectacular. The high hills covered in Atlantic rainforest offer some great views and experiences. Here you have some info on where you can do it.

Mar 30, Hikes in Rio

Sun, 30 Mar 2008 23:32:37 GMT

There are some amazing hikes in Rio. I have picked out a few with instructions on how to get there. I also have some general Rio hiking info.

Mar 30, Climbing in Rio

Sun, 30 Mar 2008 23:25:36 GMT

Rock climbing in Rio de Janeiro is really popular. The city and the state is full of peaks of many types. Here I have put together some info thet can be useful.

Mar 30, Concerts in Rio de Janeiro

Sun, 30 Mar 2008 21:07:08 GMT

Information about Concerts in Rio de Janeiro. A list of links and addresses that will help you to the concert you are looking for.

Mar 16, Museums of Rio

Sun, 16 Mar 2008 14:19:26 GMT

This is my page with the museums of Rio de Janeiro that are not in the sections for art and history. Its a quite random list but never the less there are some good ones here.

Mar 16, Rio History Museums

Sun, 16 Mar 2008 14:11:56 GMT

There are quite few Rio history museums. Ive picked out a few here and given a short description as well as the most important info.

Mar 16, Rio Art Museums

Sun, 16 Mar 2008 13:58:12 GMT

This page has info about most of the Rio art museums. You have MAM, the museum in Niteroi and lots more.

Mar 16, Museums in Rio

Sun, 16 Mar 2008 13:40:28 GMT

There are plenty of museums in Rio de Janeiro. Here is info and details about most of them.

Mar 7, Capoeira Pants, Clothes & Instruments in Rio

Fri, 07 Mar 2008 21:47:45 GMT

Many tourists buy capoeira pants in Rio. Capoeira clothes and instruments are both cheap and quite easy to find. This page has info that can help you find it.

Mar 7, Capoeira Classes in Rio de Janeiro

Fri, 07 Mar 2008 21:42:28 GMT

Are you interested in taking Capoeira classes in Rio de Janeiro? This is simply a list of some of the schools located in neighbourhoods where you as a tourist are likely to live.

Feb 26, Beauty in Rio

Tue, 26 Feb 2008 14:25:30 GMT

The focus on beauty in Rio de Janeiro is known around the world. This explains a bit about how it is and where you can get a haircut or your lip waxed.

Feb 26, Waxing in Rio de Janeiro

Tue, 26 Feb 2008 13:58:15 GMT

Waxing in Rio de Janeiro is really big. Here you spend so much time on the beach the need for a perfect bikini line is strong. This is a page with some info and tips about that.

Feb 26, Hairdressers in Rio de Janeiro

Tue, 26 Feb 2008 13:53:47 GMT

There is certainly no shortage of hairdressers in Rio de Janeiro. A city full of women with curly hair wanting straight hair has made sure of that. Here is some info on getting your hair cut in Rio.

Feb 26, Manicure & Pedicure in Rio

Tue, 26 Feb 2008 13:38:46 GMT

Places to get manicure and pedicure in Rio de Janeiro are everywhere. This page has some info and tips about them.

Feb 23, Ilha Grande; Info and Tips

Sat, 23 Feb 2008 19:52:03 GMT

Ilha Grande is a lush island just south of Rio de Janeiro. Amazing hikes in the jungle and almost untouched paradise beaches attracts tourists from all around the world.

Feb 19, Rio de Janeiro Travel Information

Tue, 19 Feb 2008 22:40:26 GMT

Rio de Janeiro Travel Information. All you need to know about getting to and from airports and the bus station. How to find the cheap airfares in Rio de Janeiro.

Feb 19, Parati & Trindade

Tue, 19 Feb 2008 22:16:34 GMT

On the coast down to Sao Paulo you have the colonial town Parati, further on you have the beautiful beach village Trindade. This is a page with info about them.

Feb 19, Saquarema; The Best Surf in Rio

Tue, 19 Feb 2008 20:34:17 GMT

The best surfing in the state of Rio de Janeiro you get in Saquarema. This is a page with info about how to get there, where to surf and much more.

Feb 19, Niteroi; On the other side of the Bridge

Tue, 19 Feb 2008 20:23:21 GMT

This is a guide to Niteroi, the city that is the twin city of Rio de Janeiro. It has information about beaches, museums and other things of interest.

Feb 19, Street Parties in Rio

Tue, 19 Feb 2008 17:50:33 GMT

Information about Street Parties in Rio de Janeiro. A guide to the best Street Parties in Rio with insiders tips and hints.

Feb 19, Accommodation in Rio; What are the options?

Tue, 19 Feb 2008 17:09:31 GMT

What are the best options for accommodation in Rio? Apartment, hostel or hotel? What areas are best to stay in? All that info and more. Also about Love Motels.

Feb 15, Capoeira in Rio

Fri, 15 Feb 2008 22:52:07 GMT

Capoeira is nowadays practiced all around the world. This page has some history and some info on schools in Rio. Also with some capoeira videos.

Feb 12, Buzios; Your Guide

Tue, 12 Feb 2008 15:40:39 GMT

Buzios is a little coastal town with close to 30 beaches. It has long been the favourite weekend place for the rich in Rio, you have good nightlife, trendy shops and swanky restaurants.

Feb 4, Capoeira Music

Mon, 04 Feb 2008 16:08:37 GMT

The Capoeira music is an integral part in this very ritual game. This page explains a little about the history, the instruments and the songs. Also has videos.

Feb 4, Capoeira Videos

Mon, 04 Feb 2008 15:21:21 GMT

Here is a page with some capoeira videos picked up on Youtube. You have examples of acrobatic rodas to some of the rituals that are performed.

Jan 20, Rio de Janeiro State; Buzios, Ilha Grande and lots more

Sun, 20 Jan 2008 13:00:50 GMT

This is a guide to Rio de Janeiro State and all the places you can go. There are beach towns, mountain villages, historical places and nature reserves.

Jan 18, Penedo & Visconde de Maua

Fri, 18 Jan 2008 20:25:49 GMT

West of Rio de Janeiro are Penedo and Visconde de Maua. They are two mountain villages located close to the vast national park Mantiqueira. There is mountains, rainforest and waterfalls.

Jan 18, Petropolis, Itaipava & Teresopolis

Fri, 18 Jan 2008 20:03:32 GMT

North of Rio de Janeiro you have the mountain towns Petropolis, Itaipava and Teresopolis. They are interesting from a tourist perspective, this page has info about them.

Jan 18, Arraial do Cabo & Cabo Frio

Fri, 18 Jan 2008 18:10:21 GMT

Arraial do Cabo and Cabo Frio are two beach towns located to the east of Rio de Janeiro. This is a page with tourist info about them.

Jan 16, Neighbourhoods in Rio

Wed, 16 Jan 2008 13:37:45 GMT

This is a guide about the different neighbourhoods in Rio. It has a little bit of history, info on sights and suggestions on what to do.

Jan 3, Volunteer Work in Rio

Thu, 03 Jan 2008 13:07:03 GMT

This a page about the volunteer work in Rio. Information and possibilities. Hopefully useful for anyone interested working for an NGO.

Jan 3, Synval Silva Foundation

Thu, 03 Jan 2008 12:40:57 GMT

This a description by Camilla about her work for the Synval Silva Foundation. It is here to serve as an example of volunteer work in Rio.

Jan 3, Surf in Rio

Thu, 03 Jan 2008 12:27:00 GMT

Kite Surfing and Surf in Rio de Janeiro. Explains about the different waves and how to get to them, where to buy surf boards, some history and Rio Surf slang as well.