The Coolest Street in Ipanema Because ...

Seven hostels are located here, and everybody hangs out together in the street. Very familial vibe. Funny ... on the hostel booking sites, Lighthouse is higher rated than Harmonia, but I preferred Harmonia because it had a more comfy common area and better facilities. In fact, I went back there a few times to hang out with the peeps.

Favela

December 26th 2010
Geo: -22.9912, -43.2455Favelas - Brazil is famous for them and for many foreigners, they are synonymous with the country. Known for crime, drugs, and poverty, for the average Brazilian, they aren't necessarily something to be proud of ... or are they? Can something that is viewed by so many as being negative, actually have qualities that turn out to be something positive? Don't get me ... read more

South America » Brazil » Rio de Janeiro

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

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