The move to regulate music on Rio’s beachfronts has particularly struck a nerve. “It’s difficult to imagine Rio de Janeiro without bossa nova, without samba on the beach,” said Julio ...

Anger as Rio de Janeiro brings in sweeping changes to famous tourist hotspots. Elonore Hughes. May 27, 2025 at 5:20 PM. Copied; Rio de Janeiro's iconic beaches are poised for a significant change.

Rio de Janeiro's iconic beaches are poised for a significant change.. The familiar sounds of samba music, the readily available caipirinha cocktails, and the sprawling beach chairs may soon become ...

Rio de Janeiro's iconic beaches are poised for a significant change. The familiar sounds of samba music, the readily available caipirinha cocktails, and the sprawling beach chairs may soon become ...

Map of Rio de Janeiro area, showing travelers where the best hotels and attractions are located ... such as Rocinha. That being said, most favelas are not tourist-friendly and are best ...

The White House, currently occupied by Donald Trump, was also not a fan favorite. Tourists hit out and its heavy-handed ...

Economic activity on Rio’s beaches, excluding kiosks, bars and restaurants, generates an estimated 4 billion reais (around $710 million) annually, according to a 2022 report by Rio’s City Hall.