Tag: life
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A Typical Day on Ipanema Beach

Most mornings in Rio began the same way. Just after six o’clock, I’d cross the street from my hotel and step onto the sand at Ipanema Beach. The city was only beginning to wake up, and the beach still belonged to the early risers. The air was cool and crisp, the waves rolled gently onto…
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Favela Rocinha, A Different Side of Rio

When planning our trip to Rio de Janeiro, I knew I wanted to visit Rocinha, the city’s largest favela. Favelas are an important part of Rio’s identity, and I wanted to see that side of the city for myself. I’ll admit, I was nervous. I didn’t know what to expect or whether joining a favela…