Is Rio de Janeiro SAFE to Travel in 2024?! What to do in Rio, BRAZIL?

[@lecirdaluz]

After visiting over 46 countries around the world, including 44 States in the USA, 4 Provinces in Canada, and being in Rio like 10 times, I do not find RIO to be any worse than most countries I have been to. However I came to the realization that both Europeans and Anglo Americans, were very keen on trashing Brazil, especially the French, the English and the USA. I was assaulted in Frankfurt at gun point by TWO EUROPEANS, after arriving from INDIA, where nobody threatened me at all, acosted in San Francisco TWICE, and New York as well. NOT ONCE IN RIO. Traveled to over 20 States in Brazil and no problems anywhere, at all. All of this for over 5 decades.

[@SomethingToRemember]

Thank you for sharing your experience, that’s great to know!

[@rollingratchet]

New York.. is My City, Sorry that Happen 2 U Here. Question tho, how do U afford 2 Travel So Much...

[@lecirdaluz]

@@rollingratchet : how can I afford to travel: Great question. First, check your priorities in Life. Second: If Traveling is a priority over raising a family, then choose places of your choice in advance.Third: set up a budget to include savings of an x amount of dollars during an x amount of time. Fourth: Research cost of living and value of the exchange rate of your $$$ to your target countries. Examples: Europe, including Scandinavia and UK tend to be the most expensive places that I have been to, so I needed extra time to save and less time over there. Australia and New Zealand tend to be about the same as the US - but worth every penny. In South America, Brazil, Argentina and Uruguay are a lot less expensive - choose mid size towns to visit, where you’ll be sure to meet nice locals. Argentina is your best bet because they really need dollars down there right now. I've only been to North Africa, Israel, Bahrain and Turkey in the western part of Asia. Loved it too, but must keep your research updated regarding unrests in that part of the world. Last but not least…the Good old USA and Canada - nothing gives me more pleasure than to chit-chat with folks I meet…over a nice glass of beer. Learned a lot more from making new friends than all my classes in college put together. Humans are wonderful and magnetic 🧲 all over - if we’re nice we attract nice, as simple as that - go for it my friend.

[@Frivals]

Look at statistics not your luck

[@lecirdaluz]

@@Frivals : We make our own reality. Luck or lack thereof plays no role in my live. Just spent another wonderful vacation upstate São Paulo. Nothing but a tremendously wonderful vacation. Brazilians are terrific. You should visit this Great Country 🇧🇷 . Statistically speaking Brazil is safer. In the US we've already had over 200 shooting sprees this year alone, in Brazil 🇧🇷 none…not one. That’s a nice statistic for you.

[@markbonner182]

My wife and I, both senior citizens, were concerned about the crime in Rio but are there for two weeks and just using Common Sense , don't flash bling, don,t use expensive cameras, watch your possessuins, felt more safe than in our own home, Philadelphia.

[@SomethingToRemember]

Nice to know, thanks for sharing!

[@Barbara-u5h]

I'm 74,:retired, was flight attendant.travel every month.staying in 2 weeks in Iponema, airline peeps say go! Safe! No jewelry.no expensive phone ..can't afford! Anything u can say to new Rio visitor? Love phl airport! One of AA hubs!! Thx

[@gabrielsleal]

​@@Barbara-u5h não precisa de evitar tudo que possa ter valor, na verdade é bom evitar coisas que dá para se roubar facilmente, como cordões de pescoço, relógios e celular. É mais uma questão de percepção, olhe o ambiente e veja se há algo estranho, se não, curta sua viagem!

[@Tamasha1]

I was in Rio for 2 weeks and did not have a problem. I was with my local Brazilian friend.

[@SomethingToRemember]

Glad to hear that! Such a big misconception about Rio😍

[@markbonner182]

My wife and I spent two weeks in Rio and even though we are Senior citizens, never felt in danger. Like you, we used common sense when out in the city wearing non descript clothing, leaving the jewelry in the safe, and being aware of our surroundings at all times. The people in Rio were warm, friendly, and the staff at our hotel were very informative suggesting where to go safely. We are returning to Rio in April of 2024 confident in our ability to have a safe experience in the most beautiful city in the world

[@SomethingToRemember]

Thanks for sharing your experience! ☺️

[@Wintersnow889]

Where do u stay in Rio? Im traveling first time with my friend im from arizona. I want to know that i’ll be safe. Can you lmk safe hotels/areas in rio that u stayed.

[@mattvideoeditor]

As a Brazilian myself I can guarantee that you are safe, in the SOUTH ZONE. But the thing is, everything is in the South Zone. The Christ, the Sugar Loaf, Copacabana, Ipanema, Leblon, Maracanã, you name it. The tourist area is a single massive oasis of peace and beauty, even with the favelas on top of it. These favelas, merged into rich areas, are "gourmet" if you will. You can go up there and enjoy the view, they have music, they have sport, leisure, they have a huge community spirit. And while you will indeed find people struggling, they are the workers that maintain the prosperous areas lit, so they have a better condition anyway. Now, outside of the South Zone, then you have War Zone. Literally. Some places are not controlled by the state, there are paramilitary groups, dirty cops and drug lords fighting to death. This will be true for the big cities in Brazil: safe heaven large clusters of prosperity, with poverty in the center (less) and misery in the periphery (a lot). The countryside however is gigantic and calmer. You can do all the nature trips you want and your worst problem will be probably a wild animal or the damn mosquitoes.

[@SomethingToRemember]

Wow! Thanks so much for your comment, we appreciate your insight! 🤝

[@mattvideoeditor]

@@SomethingToRemember you welcome, thanks for visiting

[@Konnen-l9h]

Que dramatização meu deus 😂 O rio de janeiro não representa o Brasil

[@Álvaro_Ávila-021]

Também tem a Urca e a cidade imperial, Petrópolis.

[@Adriana-bh9nd]

​@@Konnen-l9hO Rio representa o que então??? cada ideia.

[@taylor.london]

Been to Rio in 2016. Loved it to bits and I can say that my experience was pretty chilled

[@SomethingToRemember]

Great to hear that😍

[@DarthUnivers]

ever since i watched the Rio movies as a kid ive wanted to go to Rio de Janeiro, recently ive been re-watching a lot of movies and omg i still wanna go the the carnival

[@SomethingToRemember]

One day😊

[@CaseyPomeroy-u3v]

What movies are about the carnival scene?😊

[@jessbrennan1540]

Loved this video, from a fellow irish woman who is solo travelling to rio next month. I had butterflies watching this, yous have just made me even more excited !!!

[@SomethingToRemember]

Great to read comments like this! You will love it Jess - enjoy and take care 🤩

[@dissatisfiedpenguin781]

How was it? I’m Irish as well

[@jessbrennan1540]

Im still here... 😊

[@Makai_Falcon]

I spent 2 weeks in Ipanema by myself and I found the people absolutely wonderful. I learned some Brazilian Portuguese before I went. VERY helpful although now phones have nice translators. I disagree with their trip to the Christo statue. I found it to be pretty cool. The train ride up is amazing. The praias (beaches) were beautiful and yes, so were the women. They were as kind as they were beautiful! I was 57 at the time. I would love to go again. (from Northern California)

[@SomethingToRemember]

Thank you for your comment! Interesting to hear about your experience at Christ the Redeemer, I guess we’ll have to take the train next time 😄

[@BloodCultureMultigaming]

@@SomethingToRemember yeah, you need to take the train to have the full experience, going by car/van is like take the trophy without play the tournament. :D

[@rollievancleave7753]

Lived in São Paulo 89-91 and visited RIO once. No issues in either place. Love Brazil and Brazileros.

[@SomethingToRemember]

Good to know! ☺️

[@briankeaney856]

Wow, Rio looks amazing. Can't wait to visit, thanks for the recommendations :)

[@SomethingToRemember]

Great to hear! Hope you can go there soon enough☺️

[@flaviobolado19]

Welcome to Rio de Janeiro, my city 😎

[@SomethingToRemember]

Thank you very much☺️☺️

[@GeorgeKerr-r7s]

I’m going to Copacabana in December. Your video was informative. I am looking forward to doing some of the things that you showed us around as it has been on my bucket list for a long time. I had my last visit cancelled due to Covid so have been waiting for the all clear to go. Good to hear someone from Britain and Ireland speaking about Rio as most of the videos I have seen about Rio seem to be from Americans. Happy travels and stay safe.😎👍

[@SomethingToRemember]

Glad to hear it! Enjoy your travels, Rio is unreal😍

[@mobeenhussain3046]

I am hoping to go for the end of December too! Will you be solo travelling?

[@GeorgeKerr-r7s]

@@mobeenhussain3046yes I will be solo traveling.

[@Sharon-ml4jf]

@@mobeenhussain3046 me too

[@rosesaenze6486]

Do not stay in Copacabana is too dangerous. Botafogo or Ipanema.

[@calinblaga2055]

I just been there, a month ago, for 5 days and I too had the exact same, wrong expectations, and I too had a great time there. I will someday go back there. ❤ from Romania 🇷🇴

[@SomethingToRemember]

So true! Hopefully more and more people will understand it, feel a bit bad for Rio😅

[@iulian]

Bravo Caline , si eu vreau sa vizitez anul acesta

[@EzeAsuoha]

Was it solo?

[@tclass99]

Had to give you guys a like and a sub! Great job with the vid! 👏 I went to Rio for the first time in 2019 and was just as nervous as you were lol… scared to take out my phone at all for the whole first day I was there! Like you though I realized that it isn’t any different than any other big city in the world and as long as you use common sense and don’t dress too flashy you’ll be fine. Rio is without a doubt one of the most beautiful cities I’ve ever been to (maybe THE most beautiful when it comes to raw natural beauty) and I’m pleased to say that I’m headed back there in about 10 days! Can’t wait!

[@SomethingToRemember]

Thanks a lot, really appreciate it😍enjoy your time in Rio☺️

[@AndyAllOver]

Love this video! Spent 2 weeks in Argentina in Nov. and super excited to explore more of South America. When I went to Argentina got so many weird faces from people "Isn't South America dangerous" so glad you guys are doing your part to show the awesomeness of the continent😁☀️

[@SomethingToRemember]

Thanks so much! We absolutely love it here and Argentina is unreal!

[@johnquinn5029]

Hi guys - this really helps. We are touring Argentina for 4 weeks and finish up with 4 days in Rio before we come home … keep her lit …!!

[@SomethingToRemember]

Sounds class John! 😍 Enjoy and don’t worry we’ll keep ‘er lit surely 🤣

[@leonardofeitosa2944]

Absolutely amazing 👏. Rio is incredible. I've been several times and I always felt safe. I'm planning to go again in March 2023. Thank you so much for your video. It gave me some ideas of what to do.

[@SomethingToRemember]

Thank you for your comment😍☺️

[@Irishesbox11]

Fellow Irishman here I love Brazil and lived there for years but was shocked by the state of both Rio and SP in 2022 after being away for 7 years. Post Covid poverty was really shocking and Rio especially was nuts in parts that were pretty safe in 2015, hopefully it’s getting better now.

[@SomethingToRemember]

Oh that’s interesting to know, cheers for your insight 👌

[@nathalyadeister2337]

It's really soothing seeing a foreign point of view that is so real and accurate. We have lots of problems, but we have much much more to offer! I really enjoyed your video and comments, will be watching more!

[@SomethingToRemember]

Thanks a lot, really appreciate😍☺️❤️

[@joshkeir8784]

Such a beautiful and informative vid 🙌🏼

[@SomethingToRemember]

Thank you so much, Josh☺️😻

[@garyhernandez140]

Good video,I’m looking forward to visit RIO next year,I’m also learning Portuguese,thanks for your videos,you have won a new subscriber! 🙂👍🏻

[@SomethingToRemember]

Thanks! Glad to hear it! Enjoy your time in Rio😍

[@nickmaher3893]

Love how yous didnt go as a “poverty tourist “ to the favelas . Respect !

[@SomethingToRemember]

Cheers ☺️

[@FreedomTravels720]

You Cuck...search the Talmud let me know if you find it respectable 😊

[@joelgallagher9352]

Great video guys. Looks amazing. I definitely fancy Rio someday. Keep enjoying yourselves x

[@SomethingToRemember]

Thanks a lot! Definitely worth going this far😍

[@Realmadrid245]

I’d like to start by saying that i found your video really helpful, as i’m heading on a trip to Rio at the end of the month. At first i was overwhelmed by all the blogs/articles talking about how high the crime rate is and all that..but i felt that as long as you don’t stand out from the crowd and you are aware of your surroundings you should be fine. Your experience confirmed my beliefs. I’m super excited to visit this amazing place, i’ll be there for 12 days. Cheers!

[@SomethingToRemember]

Great to hear☺️ Enjoy your travels!😍

[@Dannystateofmind]

Great video, very informative! Looking into where to solo travel & it seems a bit overwhelming but Brazil is definitely on the bucket list 😎

[@SomethingToRemember]

Thank you! Brazil is definitely worth visiting and we met a lot of solo travelers there!

[@serf6355]

Excellent presentation - thank you for posting

[@josephineelisetravels]

Super helpful video, thank you so much! I’m planning to go next year with my partner, seeing videos like this is really encouraging, thank you!

[@SomethingToRemember]

Great to hear! You will love it 💛

[@mariasolidade5651]

Obrigada, obrigada, obrigada...a mídia, infelizmente é muita "suja e preconceituosa" obrigada pelo seus elogios.Afinal qual o país , mais "perfeito"?

[@SomethingToRemember]

Thank you for your nice words❤️

[@andrewcoogans471]

I lived in Rio for 6 months in the 2000s and it was safe, if you kept your wits about you. I had one attempted scam but I was never robbed or anything, although a friend who came visiting was, but he had let his guard down and went into a dark square at night. I would love to go back and see it again, totally in love with the city. I also spent a crazy few days in Ilha Grande, another wonderful Brazilian place to travel!

[@SomethingToRemember]

Thanks for sharing your experience!😌

[@beratkose5392]

Im flying for the first time from Amsterdam to Rio for 8 days, will be on my own. Pretty exited but can’t wait to do it😊

[@SomethingToRemember]

Enjoy your trip ☺️

[@geraldocjunior]

How was it?

[@ulianaakhsanova4321]

Amazing footage! Definitely will try that hiking route 😅

[@SomethingToRemember]

Thank you! Yes! Do it, but take plenty of water and maybe wear hiking boots😂😊

[@draelainetecshow497]

I am Carioca and born in Rio de Janeiro. You are welcome. I loved you vídeo.

[@SomethingToRemember]

Thank you ☺️

[@bernardourubuzada2272]

Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! I'm 'carioca', I love my city! I had already been in NYC, Paris, London, Buenos Aires, Montevideo... And I don't change it for any other citiy in the world. One more time, I say THANK YOU for this video. ❤

[@SomethingToRemember]

Thank you very much for your comment😍☺️❤️

[@joseluciocorrea1866]

If you've been to all thos cities you saw how much safer vthey are in comparison to Rio! Even here in Brazil São Paulo and the whole South are much safer than Rio! Much safer indded than dangerous and violent Rio!

[@TheKevinbuckley]

Amazing video guys 👏👏👏👏

[@SomethingToRemember]

Thank you☺️❤️

[@marthacarneiro5830]

Thank you for showing my beautiful city!

[@SomethingToRemember]

Thank you for your comment ❤️

[@mister-nancy]

Hey! Awesome video! Thanks for the nice words about the city! Rio is the second biggest city in Brazil and the rates include all other areas the tourists don't get near when staying in the south zone (Copacabana, Ipanema). So, you are right in saying that it's not as bad as people make it, but it's because you get only a glimpse of the city.

[@SomethingToRemember]

Thanks for your insights!

[@jonmatthews1404]

I’m looking at going mid April in 2025. I’m glad I came across this video because all I’ve ever heard is horror stories/scaremongering. Thank you for the advice on this video it’s been invaluable.

[@SomethingToRemember]

Thank you for your comment, enjoy your travels ☺️💚

[@registmb]

Amazing video. 🇧🇷🥰💛

[@SomethingToRemember]

Thanks a lot☺️❤️

[@neilsimmons9582]

Thanks for sharing and really enjoyed the video.

[@SomethingToRemember]

Thank you for your comment☺️❤️

[@williamheisen730]

high quality video, well done my friends

[@SomethingToRemember]

Thanks a lot, really appreciate it🥰

[@marlonzubizarreta6446]

Thank you for the video and all the amazing information

[@SomethingToRemember]

Thank you for your comment☺️❤️

[@pacifist1360]

I visited Rio about a month ago and spent five days there. I also spent time in San Pedro Atacama (Chile), Salar de Uyuni and La Paz (Bolivia). I am American and was greeted and met some of the nicest people ever, it was tons of fun. People there were super helpful and friendly, and I felt safer in Rio than in my hometown NY. There was also lots of security and police in measure so I didn't feel an ounce of danger during my Brazilian visit. Sometimes I was extra careful because many people told me horror stories. But then again, I walked by myself at night and never had any problems. The only difficulty I encountered was after the Carnival, asking for directions to return to my hostel, almost no one, besides tourists of course, but practically none of the locals speak any English. Google translate and interacting with tourists helped me a lot. Also, there are many beautiful areas worth exploring in Brazil besides Rio. I hope to visit Brazil again, I've heard that Bahia, the Amazonicas, Pantanal, Florianopolis are gorgeous. Maybe I will learn some Portuguese before making another trip to Brazil 😊. I've heard that Peru is also very beautiful, but I haven't been to Peru yet.

[@s-gv8md]

Very nice video btw, thanks!

[@SomethingToRemember]

Thank you😊

[@maverick_mando]

Absolutely loved the fact that you decided not to show the everyday struggle of the not so well do. I hate vloggers who decide to do that in my own country India. ❤

[@SomethingToRemember]

Ah thank you for your comment ☺️

[@LuciaandGlynnsWorld]

Leaving in November for Rio. Ty for this video.

[@amymckee2306]

Very beautiful and informative video for our plans to visit in 2025. Thank you.

[@SomethingToRemember]

Thanks, enjoy your travels ☺️🙌🏻

[@finbarshields]

Great content! You're such likeable people

[@SomethingToRemember]

Thank you 💚

[@danilomagalh4es]

Great vídeo! Abraço from Manaus -Amazonas, North of Brazil! 🇧🇷

[@SomethingToRemember]

Thank you! We will go there one day for sure!

[@lisandrasilva3084]

so beautiful

[@SomethingToRemember]

Rio is indeed an amazing city😻

[@FallenLight0]

Amazing footage. Some channels don't use good cameras while in Brazil (due to safety reasons) and the videos here gets kinda low quality. But yours is really good

[@SomethingToRemember]

Thank you very much! We were scared to use ours at the beginning as well😅

[@FallenLight0]

@@SomethingToRemember I understand. Also, this transition here is flawless 04:03

[@SomethingToRemember]

Thanks☺️

[@wadf29]

Most places on earth are safe to travel to, IF you travel for the right reasons. Thanks for the video.

[@GarzaB]

I agree with you guys. I was so pleasantly surprised how normal and safe it is there. Just don’t be flashy with your Cartier on the beaches lol. But I disagree about the Christ Corcovado, the train ride up is one of the most beautiful experiences in my life. Just make sure it’s a clear day, so you can have the best view from up there.

[@SomethingToRemember]

Thanks for commenting & sharing your perspective! We’ll have to take the train next time! 😅

[@BenzinioB]

Great camera work!

[@SomethingToRemember]

Thanks a lot😍

[@lakeysa317]

That is so beautiful and awesome. Love it!

[@SomethingToRemember]

Thank you☺️

[@TacioOliveira32]

Rio is an indescribable City💖

[@SomethingToRemember]

❤️

[@FugalBaboon]

Couldn't agree more

[@darrenbyrnes7752]

Myself and my partner are going on Paddy's Day, I'm Irish, she's Brazillian and this video really put our minds at ease, how do you navigate the language barrier or are you both fluent in Portuguese?

[@SomethingToRemember]

Hi! That’s great to hear 😊 We don’t speak a word of Portuguese. You can download the Portuguese language on Google Translate and use it offline if you are stuck. But, to be honest, we never really find language as a barrier anywhere we go so I wouldn’t worry much about it 😅 Hope you have an amazing time! 🇧🇷💛

[@luizeduardochauvet2252]

Feel always welcome to visit this amazing city I proudly call hometown.

[@SomethingToRemember]

Thank you 😊

[@Tim_OSK]

Please advice: 1) should I buy a cheaper phone before going to Rio not to risk being robbed of my iPhone and losing everything with it? 2) if I travel alone and it’s not a good idea to leave anything behind on the beach when you take a swim, how would you deal with that? Is asking someone next to you to look after your stuff a good idea or is that unsafe too?

[@fotoesberard]

Welcome in my City and enjoy!

[@SomethingToRemember]

Thanks a lot, we loved it😍

[@HeyItsKesh]

For anyone considering going to Christ the Redeemer, I found the Cog Train up/down pretty easy. Great views!Make sure you sit on the right side going up, and the left side going down

[@SomethingToRemember]

Thanks for the info!

[@Jptrvls2]

Thanks for sharing. Loved your insights. Would you recommend a tour company?

[@SomethingToRemember]

Thank you for your comment☺️what tour company? I shared the company we did hang gliding with in the description box😊

[@deborahdube2777]

I traveled to Rio many times as a woman by myself even, and my safety was never ever compromised, I would even stay out to early mornings on the beach and nothing bad ever happened in fact people where Extremely friendly and warm and helpful

[@SomethingToRemember]

Thanks for sharing! ☺️🇧🇷

[@roger1uk676]

Awesome video!👍

[@SomethingToRemember]

Thanks☺️

[@darrenmcnulty429]

Cool guys. Looks amazing.

[@SomethingToRemember]

Thanks a lot❤️😍

[@sherilkadunkling4200]

Love this video

[@SomethingToRemember]

Thank you☺️

[@paulreynolds2919]

14k views.. 加油. Fair play! As always a class video.

[@SomethingToRemember]

Thanks a lot, Paul🥰❤️

[@mariedineen3101]

Great video thank 😊

[@SomethingToRemember]

Thank you for your comment 😊

[@bobjackson4720]

When I was in Rio as a young man in 77, I walked from Botafogo all the way up to the Christ Statue, I walked the last bit because the funicular railway was broken down at the time and I chose not to take a taxi. Even then the city was not particularly safe, but personally I had no troubles.

[@patinho5589]

I’ve been to rio lots. I love it. My mum is from there. I never had any problems. I just don’t wear rich stuff walking around. I try to blend in.

[@SomethingToRemember]

Thanks for the insight 😊

[@patinho5589]

@@SomethingToRemember also. The locals don’t stop at red traffic lights at night. That’s the done thing. So that you can’t get car-jacked.

[@vividvi0lin156]

Great video!!!! I am going to Rio in August! Which company did you use for hang gliding?

[@SomethingToRemember]

Thanks a lot! There is their phone number in the description box☺️ Enjoy your travels😍

[@vividvi0lin156]

@@SomethingToRemember sorry I overlooked that! Thank you and safe travels to you too!

[@fernandoroza6061]

Crime rate here is NOT as far as Chicago, Paris or L.A. ... But there's an international net amplifying bad news about Rio in past 30 years... ( By the way São Paulo crime rate is waaay worst than Rio nowadays) . Rio is wonderfull and Its people also ! 😉😉👍👍

[@SomethingToRemember]

Yes, our idea was to show how misleading the information online is! Love Rio!

[@fernandoroza6061]

Enjoy Rio... 😌✌🏻 It's a wonderful place and you won't find a "carioca" ( Brazilian from Rio) who is not carying or helpfull...😌😌✌🏻

[@SomethingToRemember]

That’s sooo true! Thanks a lot!

[@Rasfa]

I'm curious about that RJ versus SP thing, where did you get numbers to back that up? Because I did a quick search here and found quite the opposite.

[@felippem06]

Rio de Janeiro é bem mais perigoso que São Paulo

[@MarcoAurelio-hp5bd]

Muito lindo o Rio de janeiro show

[@SomethingToRemember]

Obrigada🥰

[@freddyoliveira5734]

I think she's Brazilian... hahah Great job guys ! You guys really shows what Brazil has to offer and as Brazilian I am I can assure Rio can be just as dangerous as Paris, New York or many others main number 1 cities around the world.

[@SomethingToRemember]

She’s not😅 thank you very much☺️

[@vladmogosila9015]

Fantastic video! May I ask, did you have to get a permit to fly your drone?

[@SomethingToRemember]

Thank you! We didn’t register it in Brazil😊

[@storrm001]

What was your experience of walking the streets after sunset? And did you get to Lapa or Leblon? I'm heading to Rio in April and your insights were great. thanks.

[@SomethingToRemember]

Thanks a lot! Around touristy areas (Copacabana/Ipanema) even after the sunset there is nothing to worry about, but we would recommend to be cautious about your belongings, especially if you will go partying in crowded places. Leblon is the safest place, but your accommodation there and at Ipanema will be more pricy. Lapa is a bit more dodgy to be honest and we haven’t been there at night, but we’ve meet some people who stayed there and they said it was alright, but they were walking with company, so we wouldn’t really recommend walking there on your own after the sunset… but we might be wrong! Enjoy your trip😍

[@FugalBaboon]

I would be very careful in Lapa if you go at all. I went with a local girl, but otherwise I wouldn't have gone at all. Many foreigners (particularly white men I believe) have been drugged and then robbed after going there. Just watch Swedish Gringo's video on Lapa if you want the real story.

[@nasdanrose4802]

Planning to visit Rio next year and tips help a lot. How many days would you recommend spending in Rio?

[@SomethingToRemember]

Great to hear 😊 We spent a week there & thought it was the perfect amount of time to do/see everything! You will love Rio, amazing city 🇧🇷

[@ivanpostnikov5517]

Awesome video Asya! Big up! Cheers from Nanning :)

[@SomethingToRemember]

Thanks a lot😍🥰

[@nalsra0]

Gonna be visiting here for the first time in April, from Colorado 😁

[@RealKabirWolf]

Great video. ❤‍🔥

[@SomethingToRemember]

Thanks, appreciate your comment🥰

[@daveheeter4228]

Great video. Thank you! I know you talked about using your phone. I'm assuming you also used an actual camera. I'm headed to RIO in about a month and was wondering about using a Sony camera. Any recommendations?

[@SomethingToRemember]

Hi Dave! We were apprehensive about whipping out our Canon camera at first, but after a couple of days we realized that as long as you are vigilant in busy public areas then you are just fine. A good tip is to use a neck-strap and keep it around your neck - that way it’s easily accessible for you and also makes it hard for anyone to swipe it! Enjoy your time in Rio - we loved it! 😊

[@lauraruiz2860]

Actually there's another hike at the sugar loaf mountain that's one of the esiest in Rio, where you don't need any gear and no tourist guide. The hike is basically steps and it's the free way to get to the top and the option I always choose as a local

[@samil5601]

That would be the trail to Morro da Urca from the Pista Claudio Coutinho at the northern end of Praia Vermelha. Very rewarding way to get to the mountain.

[@mr.severe514]

When you do the hang gliding, do they provide you the footage after or it was your own selfie stick? If it’s already there, is it extra to have it?

[@SomethingToRemember]

They give you footage from one GoPro and can buy extra from Insta 360 😊

[@mr.severe514]

@@SomethingToRemember Wow thank you so much for the quick response!! Flying to Rio tomorrow and planning to do the hanglide during my trip!! Great video thank you again!! ☀️ 😁

[@SomethingToRemember]

Oh that’s great you’ll love it 😊 Just make sure when you are booking it that you are paying for a package that includes receiving the GoPro footage.. There might be cheaper options that you don’t get the video so make sure 👍🏻

[@nettwerkcomputer]

O Brasil é lindo! Vale conhecer!

[@SomethingToRemember]

Sure is! 🇧🇷💚

[@nairop8379]

Nice video 👌 how about using the drone in rio ? Keep doing more 🙏

[@SomethingToRemember]

Thanks! ❤️ just be cautious of your surroundings ☺️

[@albertol.verdeciaa.3816]

THANKS A LOT!

[@SomethingToRemember]

Cheers☺️

[@reggieriggins2156]

Yes it was a great adventure to visit for me during carnival. 🎉

[@SomethingToRemember]

So cool! Would love to travel to Brazil during carnaval some day

[@s-gv8md]

I went to Rio de Janeiro at the beginning of last year. Everything was very good, I didn't see anything happening, I enjoyed the beaches, I hiked the Morro da Urca trail, among many other things. I HIGHLY recommend the trip, but you need to be aware that you are not at your home. You must be very careful with your belongings and watch where you go, just like any other place in the world that I've been.

[@_21hemoon]

Hi guys, thanks for the cool video. Since you have a lot of drone footage in the video I have to ask: any recommendations on where to launch and where not to launch?

[@SomethingToRemember]

Thank you ☺️ avoid flying above favelas and at night 😊

[@drillminister7756]

Thanks for your recommandation :) Did you stay in a hotel or airbnb ? 😅

[@SomethingToRemember]

Thank you! An airbnb☺️

[@raonipuziol6703]

Great video!! After the covid 19 pandemic, poverty and insecurity in the city increased. I'm waiting for other videos from countries in Latin America, Africa, Asia, some in Europe and some American cities with comments about security, slums, homeless people too 😉

[@SomethingToRemember]

Indeed, but now it’s much better than a year ago! We want to talk more about nature, natural attractions and landscapes! And Rio’s nature is incredible but we just had to mention crime misconceptions and local culture☺️

[@williamheisen730]

amazing view

[@SomethingToRemember]

It is❤️

[@birendrachand5286]

Every city has its good and bad ..I live in Miami ... there are a lot of sketchy areas that I would never put my foot into ... nevertheless it's a beautiful city ...just need to avoid the sketchy places but if someone snatches your phone or camera that is a bit scary though

[@jaquelinestewart4343]

Yes!

[@marcosantos4395]

Brazil/Rio are well known by Christ the Redeemer. But Sugarloaf Mountain (Pão de Açúcar) is a much more interesting and enjoyable visit. Less crowded, more space and stunning views. Especially during sunset. The transition from a sunny city to a lit city at night, with the city lights gradually turning on, with the sunset in the background, is unreal.

[@SomethingToRemember]

We agree! We loved Sugar Loaf 😊

[@Hews10]

Sorry if I missed this in the video but what’s the best way to exchange cash?

[@SomethingToRemember]

I’m sure there are exchange places, but we didn’t use any.. it could be a good idea as cash withdrawals are quite pricy

[@Hews10]

Thank you!

[@oskarkawulicz3956]

can you say something about night hang out in rio?

[@SomethingToRemember]

Hi! To be honest, we didn’t go out late at night in Rio just because we didn’t feel like partying… We wanted to be up early every day exploring 😅

[@renanweisskeimer2240]

Adorei sua opinião sobre o Brasil / Rio de Janeiro, aqui é um lugar lindo, geralmente vocês turistas vão apenas nas praias mais conhecidas, eu lhes recomendo irem para a famosa Região dos Lagos, um pouco mais distante do centro do Rio de janeiro, Cabo Frio, Arraial do Cabo, são LINDAS e muito mais seguras para turistas também.. Next time, try going to the Lakes Region. Bye!!

[@carolinacolombini3389]

I’ve been traveling a lot and visited many countries, I just came back from Rio and found it very safe, clean and wonderful. They talk bad about Rio cause they’re envious. I was robbed in Dublin, I was in the middle of a gun shot in New Orleans and I felt very unsafe in Canada with a lot of drugged people and homeless bothering you in the streets. I love Rio ❤

[@maiconpassos7310]

Excelente

[@SomethingToRemember]

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