Another Beach on the South side of the island

Islands and beaches to the West of Rio

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November 14th 2010
Well the transfer from Rio was more than a little interesting. We got picked up in an 8 seater van with our packs put in the back and went to Ipanema to pick up two entertaining Americans. It became evident early on that our driver liked driving fast and shortcuts whenever possible. He sped down the motorway going in the deserted outside lane and pulling in when there were cameras which stopped no ... read more

South America » Brazil » Rio de Janeiro » Paraty

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Following three centuries under the rule of Portugal, Brazil became an independent nation in 1822. By far the largest and most populous country in South America, Brazil overcame more than half a century of military intervention in the governance of t... ... read more