Rio de Janeiro - City Guide Author:Regis St. Louis Discover Rio de Janeiro — Celebrate the return of King Momo during Carnaval — Discover the best way to reach the top of Pao de Acucar - ropes and climbing shoes provided — Stroll the back streets of peaceful and oft-overlooked Urca, a village within the metropolis — Catch the sunset among fisherman, young couples, surfers and beach combers at... more » Ponta do Arpador
Indulge in feijoada (pork and black bean stew), the requisite Saturday feast
In This Guide:
50 days of in-city research, over 100 caipirinhas consumed, and an average of four hours of sleep per night
More restaurant coverage any other guidebook with over 150 mouth-watering listings
A local gives the inside story on Gay Rio - where to drink, dance and celebrate
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