What to Know Before Visiting RIO de JANEIRO: Visa, Safety, Money & More

[@bobwhite3588]

I’m going Rio in three weeks ! I’m so happy to see such a recent video !!

[@ChewsToExplore]

Thank you for your excitement! I’m so glad you found the video helpful. I hope it makes your trip even more amazing!

[@2geezgodaries]

Truley appreciated, going next week and very clutch up to date info you have .. NYer too so I trust it’s legit. Bless!

[@ChewsToExplore]

Aww, thank you! Your support means the world to us, and we love creating content for amazing viewers like you!

[@TonyVSTheWorld]

Favorite country in the world. If i ever go missing....this is where i'll be! Great video too! ✅

[@ChewsToExplore]

Bro I gotta agree with you, its amazing, I can't wait to go back. Im missing bad

[@PauloSilva-vc1mv]

Thank you for showing this wonderful and underrated country, with kind and beautiful people!❤

[@ChewsToExplore]

Thank you for your lovely comment! It means a lot to me to highlight such a beautiful place and its wonderful people!

[@rodolfomendes6784]

Hey brow! I'm happy that you liked of the Rio. I'm Carioca and I love my city. Cariocas are amazing people and the city has the best vibe in the world. You're welcome!

[@ChewsToExplore]

I really appreciate your warm welcome! Rio's charm is undeniable, and it's wonderful to connect with someone who loves it as much as I do.

[@afrohersheys22]

My dream country! I’m praying to get there next year hopefully 🙏🏾

[@ChewsToExplore]

Thank you for your kind words and support to our channel! I'm thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our content. Your encouragement keeps me motivated!

[@classyyoungman35]

Great Job on this video,I’ve been to Brazil 5 times everything your saying is 100% correct.

[@ChewsToExplore]

I really appreciate your kind words! It means a lot to know that someone with your experience agrees with what I said!

[@lovan_travels]

Great video and great tips yall! Brazil is an amazing country to visit. We've been here for over 2 months and we don't wanna leave lol

[@ChewsToExplore]

Thanks for the kind words! Brazil really does have a way of capturing hearts, doesn’t it? I ain't know yall were there for so long! Yall inspiring for sure. Which part yall staying?

[@lovan_travels]

@@ChewsToExplore we finally left 2 days ago, but we stayed in Rio, Sao Paulo and Iguazu

[@dougmitchell20]

Hey guys, loved the content on both videos and how detailed everything was. Wife and I and some friends are spending a week in Rio just before Carnival. Your videos have helped immensely.

[@ChewsToExplore]

Thank you so much for your kind words! It means a lot to know that our videos are helping you plan your trip. Have an incredible time in Rio!

[@dougmitchell20]

@ of course, I did forget to ask did you guys convert your cash currency while in Rio?

[@ChewsToExplore]

@@dougmitchell20 yes we did at the atm. We get the best rate and our debit card reimburses atm fees

[@dougmitchell20]

@ awesome thanks again so much. Happy travels

[@fincheful]

Thank you so much! Me and my partner are going in two weeks and found this so so useful!

[@ChewsToExplore]

Thank you for your kind words! I'm thrilled that my video could help you and your partner. Have a fantastic time on your trip!

[@tatransition]

Great video!! Arraial do Cabo, Búzios, and Ilha Grande are great beaches from my experience in Rio de Janeiro. I was in Rio this past January.

[@ChewsToExplore]

I really appreciate your kind words! It’s awesome to connect with fellow beach lovers who have enjoyed the beautiful spots in Rio! Check out our full Rio Video on our channel now!

[@JoanaBarki]

Check around where you live if you have a Brazilian store - Cupuacu pulp comes in frozen packages , and you can make juice. :) I love BB lunches, it's my favorite in Rio

[@ChewsToExplore]

Thanks for the tip! Cupuacu juice is my wife favorite! I’ll definitely check out my local stores for it!

[@mikenfl84]

My girlfriend and I have happened to go a lot of similar trips to you guys. Rio in 22, Tokyo in 23 and heading to Puerto Rico in January. We'll have to keep watching to find more spots haha

[@ChewsToExplore]

Thank you for sharing your travel plans! It’s great to hear that our adventures are inspiring your trips. Hope you find some amazing spots in Puerto Rico!

[@missvegangamer]

Thank you so much for this video. I am here at a hotel in Copacabana now and although the weather is not great here because it is September there are days that they do have great weather and hopefully I will enjoy other wonders of this city.

[@ChewsToExplore]

Thank you for watching and for your kind words! I hope you have an amazing time in Copacabana, regardless of the weather. Safe travels!

[@LukeyLive302]

Loved this!!!! Planning my first trip!!😁😁😁😁

[@ChewsToExplore]

Thank you for the support to our channel! You’re going to love it, make sure to try the caipirinhas!

[@LukeyLive302]

@@ChewsToExplore Thanks so much!

[@Mary_305]

Thank you so much for sharing this information. South American is on my bucket travel list. ✈️🌎😊

[@ChewsToExplore]

There are so many beautiful places to visit and I hope we can help you see them all!

[@rafaelaveras425]

Thanks for this amazing video, it summarizes pretty well what Rio looks like.

[@ChewsToExplore]

Aww, thank you! Your support means the world to us, and we love creating content for amazing viewers like you!

[@skuylerfreemanjr752]

Thank you so much. This made my day. Bucket list travel spot now. ✈️🙏🏻💎🎯💯

[@ChewsToExplore]

Thank you for your kind words! I'm thrilled that my video had such a positive impact on you. Safe travels!

[@horndogaultimate5923]

What an excellent video! Very to-the-point and no-bullshit. Great job guys, you covered almost everything. I have a few questions though. Where did you stay in Rio? Was it in downtown? If not how far was it from downtown? And which areas are safe in Rio and which not?

[@ChewsToExplore]

We really appreciate your feedback! Our full video of our time in RIo will answer a lot of those questions for you check it out! kzbin.info/www/bejne/gGTNppmnbcdqo9Usi=50pYLjM84YcqSCtC

[@Savior11012]

Super informative! Thank you so much for all the information

[@ChewsToExplore]

Thank you so much for the kind words, we truly appreciate the support to our channel! So happy that our video is able to help you!

[@richkavanagh558]

Great video! All the necessary tips. Thanks

[@ChewsToExplore]

Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm thrilled you found the tips useful!

[@juliesettle3443]

Thank you for sharing your research and experiences.

[@ChewsToExplore]

Thank you for your kind words! It means a lot to know that my work resonates with you.

[@RafaelFideles]

Y'all need to comeback and visit other cities. Awesome video 🤜🤛

[@ChewsToExplore]

Thank you so much! We really appreciate your support and love for our videos. We absolutely want to come back and visit so much more in Brasil!

[@Mister_Kemp]

great vid very informative

[@ChewsToExplore]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@topdog73]

Nice guys😮😮

[@ChewsToExplore]

Thank you for your support to our channel!

[@highpriestesstati2495]

thank you so much for this 💜💜💜

[@ChewsToExplore]

No problem! So happy to be able to help you guys all have a great time around this world!

[@JustaMomThatSims]

Great video! I want to go to Brazil.

[@ChewsToExplore]

Thank you so much for the kind words! I'm thrilled to hear you're inspired to visit Brazil!

[@PrettyluhhNicole]

This is so helpful me and my Boyfriend going in June and I am trying to plan it ahead and I do have one question how did y’all go about buying alcohol

[@ChewsToExplore]

Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm really happy to hear that the video was helpful. As for alcohol, we just made sure to stock up at local shops - it’s all about the preparation!

[@bluffboyd4600]

Y'all should get a translation app on ur phone

[@ChewsToExplore]

That's a great tip! A translation app can really help bridge the language gap and enhance the experience while exploring Rio.

[@pedrofraga4304]

Just a small correction here, guys. Salvador, in Bahia state, is the city with the largest population of black people outside Africa. And it's also an amazing place to visit; there is a LOT of afro-brazilian culture to experience. And yeah, you guys totally blend in here :)

[@ChewsToExplore]

Thank you so much for the support to our channel. We truly appreciate the kind words. We are so sad we didnt have the time to get to Salvador but don't worry we will be back. When we said the largest black population we meant Brasil not just Rio. But happy to here about the beauty

[@_architeck30]

Great video. 👍

[@ChewsToExplore]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@praveensomashekar2162]

Do you plan on future travels to the Amazon region, Brasilia, Southern Brazil and Iguazu Falls(rivals Niagara Falls)?

[@ChewsToExplore]

Yes we definitely plan to go back to Brasil, there is so much more to see there! Truly an amazing and huge country

[@YouTuberoober]

Great video, one gripe though. I pay for KZbin so I don’t have to see ads, yet I’m still forced to see two ads embedded in this video. One of the main reasons why I want to leave America is because this isn’t a country with culture, it’s a business with industry that’s all about money. I thought you all may be different, but I was wrong.

[@ChewsToExplore]

I appreciate your feedback! Ads can be frustrating, especially when you're trying to enjoy content. I'll definitely take your thoughts into consideration for future videos.

[@ranker120]

Nice vid 👍💪..how is it in Rio with internet connection for tourists. I will be there in Feb..do I have to buy brazilian sim card or VPN or E-Sim or ?

[@ChewsToExplore]

Thank you so much for the support of our channel. We truly had an amazing time and would recommend using an E sim to navigate

[@tonyajohnson9064]

Happy Sunday! Now I have to go‼️...lol😊

[@ChewsToExplore]

Happy Sunday to you too! Hope you have a fantastic day ahead!

[@satisfellows611]

Great video!!! Going to Salvador Bahia and Rio in December. Did you guys have to show proof of funds? I saw this online as a requirement. Thanks🙂

[@ChewsToExplore]

Thanks for your kind words! When we traveled, we weren't asked for proof of funds, because the visa was not yet in effect. It will not go into effect until April 2025

[@ruth.k]

Bom dia means Good morning. 😊

[@ChewsToExplore]

Thanks for watching and supporting our channel!

[@RahStar516]

Thank you so much for this video.. Very informative, and great content! My sister and I are watching this and are going here now 😂❤❤❤

[@ChewsToExplore]

Thank you so much for your kind words! It means a lot to me that you found the content helpful. Our video next week will be our full video in Rio with more information as well! I hope you guys do visit!

[@Manny_Boston]

Thanks, I enjoyed the video very much. You usually rent a car when you travel. Is there a particular reason why you didn't rent one on this trip? Great video!

[@ChewsToExplore]

Prices for Ubers were so cheap and I didn't have parking at our airbnb so I just went with the Ubers.

[@bravenewchannel4477]

You guys had no issue with credit card scams? In Mexico I had two scams, one i caught and the other they got me. So I mostly use efectivo(cash) there unless its a proper establishment.

[@ChewsToExplore]

No issue thorugh our time. We had an amazing time

[@sa.sn22]

I love to take photos with my IPhone 15, but do I need to cancel this during my trip to Rio? I would also take my IPhone 7 to give it a thief. But everybody is telling me only to use the phone inside cafe or restaurant, but not in the streets. But how should I do my photos 😭 the quality of iPhone 7 camera isn’t that great.

[@ChewsToExplore]

Thank you for your comment! Your enthusiasm for capturing memories in Rio is fantastic. We had our cameras out the entire trip recording this content. That does not mean that you should not be cautious about your surroundings. However, we did not run into any issues during our trip. Enjoy your trip and take lots of amazing photos!

[@Bad_Santa_Live]

Can anyone confirm if you're allowed to fly a drone in Rio? I see the drone footage in their videos but I'm not sure if they filmed it or not.

[@ChewsToExplore]

Thank you for the love and support to our channel. Al the footage in our video is from our trip and my drone.

[@Bad_Santa_Live]

@ amazing footage! Are you guys certified to fly drones in certain areas or did you just get lucky with nobody giving your problems? The footage of the drone flying over the Christ statue’s shoulder is incredible but I’m surprised nobody told you off

[@ChewsToExplore]

@@Bad_Santa_Live Haha I do have a drone certification but not for Brasil. That shot was during the sunrise at like 6am. There was nobody around so no one to say anything to me. Here is our full video with everything we did during that time kzbin.info/www/bejne/gGTNppmnbcdqo9Usi=zMqVEJmxMXNDm0Qw

[@Bad_Santa_Live]

@ I’ve watched that video twice and wrote a lot of things down to do. Great content

[@ChewsToExplore]

@@Bad_Santa_Live Thank you for the love and support to our channel! Truly appreciated

[@robertoomena3801]

Cupuaçu is delicious

[@ChewsToExplore]

Absolutely! Cupuaçu has such a unique and rich flavor. I'm glad you enjoy it!

[@xunbekannt1572]

11.) 100R$ notes are basically without any value because as good as nobody acepts them. The bank should just take it off the market and cease production of them. Its just annoying that the bank machine only gives out100R$ but nearly nobody accepts them!!

[@ChewsToExplore]

Thank you for sharing your experience! It's insights like yours that help fellow travelers navigate the complexities of currency while visiting Rio.

[@lostinthephilippines6179]

Did they ask for yellow fever vaccine?

[@ChewsToExplore]

Thank you so much for the love and support of our channel!

[@samil5601]

Don't worry, the Brazilian pronunciation messes up people who speak good Portuguese, too. They speaks so fast, shortening and combining words, with slang and dialects and then they keep flipping the words around. I've known some people in Rio for ten years without ever understanding a word they say. One day I will...