You can eat as much as you like of filet mignon, brisket of beef, pork ribs and chicken delivered hot off the skewers. At many of Rio's 900 restaurants one of the favorite items on the menu is feijoada. The national dish of Brazil, feijoada is a taste experience designed for carnivorous appetites. Prepared with black beans and pork, it also contains an eclectic mix of meats including fresh beef, smoked sausage, ribs, tongue, pig's ears and pig's tail. But even if you can't make it down for Carnival, when the skyrocketing prices become as daunting as the massive crowds, Rio's exuberant, sensual rhythms continue year-round.
Tourist visas are valid for three months.
To immerse yourself in the Rio rhythm, reserve a room at one of the hotels along the beach in Copacabana or Ipanema. Among the best are the Rio Atlantica, Copacabana Palace, Hotel Meridien and the Caesar Park Hotel. We welcome your feedback. All rights reserved.