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Brazil, a place where batucada and jazz, beach and jungle, and bikinis and Jesus coexist peacefully, seems to lie on a planet of its own.  Find tips for every traveler who intends to spend any amount of time in Brazil, the largest country in South America.

How to Make the Perfect Caipirinha

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NIGHTLIFE:   Once a boozy secret for South American travelers, Brazil’s potent cocktail has become “the new mojito”. Here’s how to make one in the privacy of your own home.  More »

What People are Listening to in… Brazil

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NIGHTLIFE:   I thought my collection of Brazilian music was pretty impressive… until I went to Brazil.   More »

8 Essential Tips for Carnival in Rio

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NIGHTLIFE:   From where to crash to recommended clothing, beverages, plus pre and post-party tips, here are 8 essential things to know for Carnival.  More »

Armchair Travel: The Spirit of Carnaval

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GEAR:   From Colombia and Bolivia to the home base, Brazil, we’ve been bringing you some exciting dispatches and vibrant photography from Carnaval celebrations across South America.  More »

Twelve Ways to Experience Rio de Janiero Like a Carioca

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ABROAD:    As a newly minted Carioca (two months and counting), I’ve learned a few tricks that have let me slip in a little better.   More »

Fight Like Water: Lessons From a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Master

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SPORTS:   "When you are no longer afraid, then you can have compassion."  More »

Photo Essay: Going Inside Brazil's Prisons

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CHANGE:   Photographers Michelle Ferng and Danny Thiemann take you inside Brazil's prisons.   More »

10 Extraordinarily Useful Brazilian Portuguese Phrases

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ABROAD:   É o jeitinho brasileiro.   More »

The Favela Tour: Changing Perspectives on the Slums of Rio

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CHANGE:   "People in Rio should start to see that ignoring favelas is not the solution. "  More »

Brazilian Carnaval: Going Beyond Rio

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NIGHTLIFE:   Carnaval-- by the people and for the people--beyond Rio.  More »

Brazilian Favela Gets Wired

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10 Tips to Improve Any Trip to Brazil

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TRAVEL WRITING:   "Brazil, a place where batucada and jazz, beach and jungle, and bikinis and Jesus coexist peacefully, seems to lie on a planet of its own."  More »

The Best Places to Study in Brazil

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ABROAD:   From Rio to Floripa, the best places to study in Brazil. Warning: you might not want to come home.   More »

The 10 Best Venues and Shows in Salvador, Bahia, Brazil

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NIGHTLIFE:   Welcome to Salvador--the beating heart of afro-Brazilian culture.  More »

Meet Some of Brazil's Changemakers

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CHANGE:   and learn how you can support their work.   More »

Brazil's Presidential Race Gets Interesting

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NEWS:   But to understand what's about to happen, you have to understand what's been happening.   More »

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