{"id":3628,"date":"2014-06-23T18:44:03","date_gmt":"2014-06-23T22:44:03","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.parksleepfly.com\/blog\/?p=3628"},"modified":"2025-03-12T08:05:51","modified_gmt":"2025-03-12T12:05:51","slug":"11-important-things-to-know-before-traveling-to-brazil","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/parksleepfly.com\/blog\/11-important-things-to-know-before-traveling-to-brazil\/","title":{"rendered":"11 Important Things to Know Before Traveling to Brazil"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Since the World Cup is being held in Brazil this year, it felt only right to start with some tips about Brazil. So if you are planning a trip or are lucky enough to be there now, read these tips and be prepared to visit one of the most beautiful countries in the world!<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/apr_blog.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/2.-christ-the-reedemer.jpg\" data-rel=\"lightbox-image-0\" data-rl_title=\"\" data-rl_caption=\"\" title=\"\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"http:\/\/apr_blog.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/2.-christ-the-reedemer.jpg\" alt=\"via guesttoguest.com\" width=\"430\" height=\"333\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"More...\" src=\"http:\/\/www.airportparkingreservations.com\/blog\/wp-includes\/js\/tinymce\/plugins\/wordpress\/img\/trans.gif\" alt=\"\" \/>1. Be aware of your possessions at all times. I don&#8217;t know how many stories I have heard of people&#8217;s passports, money, etc. being stolen. Make sure to leave your passport and other valuable items inside a safe or with you at all times. Don&#8217;t even take expensive jewelry with you. I am sure you can survive a couple weeks without them. Do not show off any sort of wealth or money. Giving way to this can get you mugged. Watch the video below if you don&#8217;t believe me.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=7xBXo0om_ys\" data-rel=\"lightbox-video-0\">https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=7xBXo0om_ys<\/a><\/p>\n<p>2. Don&#8217;t make the ok sign in Brazil; it is considered very rude and offensive.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/apr_blog.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/celebs-in-illuminati-beyonce.gif\" data-rel=\"lightbox-image-1\" data-rl_title=\"\" data-rl_caption=\"\" title=\"\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"http:\/\/apr_blog.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/celebs-in-illuminati-beyonce.gif\" alt=\"via sheknows.com\" width=\"450\" height=\"253\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>3. Domestic flights are extremely expensive in Brazil, so make sure to book your flights to go around South America in advance.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/apr_blog.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/plane.jpg\" data-rel=\"lightbox-image-2\" data-rl_title=\"\" data-rl_caption=\"\" title=\"\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"http:\/\/apr_blog.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/plane.jpg\" alt=\"via newairplane.com\" width=\"438\" height=\"235\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>4. If you are planning on visiting Rio de Jeneiro, do NOT &#8211; I repeat- do NOT visit the favelas by yourself. This is very dangerous and they are still ruled by drug dealers. The people are nice, yet the laws are vague since it is a drug territory. You can purchase guided tours through travel agencies, if you really want to go, just make sure that you are with a group of people who know the area very well.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/apr_blog.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/favelas.jpg\" data-rel=\"lightbox-image-3\" data-rl_title=\"\" data-rl_caption=\"\" title=\"\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"http:\/\/apr_blog.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/favelas.jpg\" alt=\"via rioonwatch.org\" width=\"490\" height=\"326\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>5. Be prepared to work on your tan at the beach. Women wear tiny bikinis and men wear speedos. They clearly do not enjoy tan lines.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/apr_blog.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/tanning-at-the-beach.gif\" data-rel=\"lightbox-image-4\" data-rl_title=\"\" data-rl_caption=\"\" title=\"\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"http:\/\/apr_blog.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/tanning-at-the-beach.gif\" alt=\"via girlsguideto.com\" width=\"438\" height=\"291\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>6. A very common dish is rice, beans, and manioc, which should be good news for vegetarians. Brazil has a lot of beef. Make sure to try all their foods. Their street snacks include chicken hearts and corn on the cob.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/apr_blog.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/Prato-Feito-Brazilian-Food.jpg\" data-rel=\"lightbox-image-5\" data-rl_title=\"\" data-rl_caption=\"\" title=\"\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"http:\/\/apr_blog.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/Prato-Feito-Brazilian-Food.jpg\" alt=\"via fiuts.org\" width=\"450\" height=\"300\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>7. Don&#8217;t automatically assume that people speak English or Spanish. Brazilians speak Portuguese, which is very different from Spanish.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/apr_blog.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/7.gif\" data-rel=\"lightbox-image-6\" data-rl_title=\"\" data-rl_caption=\"\" title=\"\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"http:\/\/apr_blog.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/7.gif\" alt=\"via blogspot.com\" width=\"245\" height=\"150\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>8. The public transportation can be sketchy. Make sure you take taxis everywhere AND make sure they have credentials and a meter inside. A lot of taxis can be fake.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/apr_blog.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/taxi.jpeg\" data-rel=\"lightbox-image-7\" data-rl_title=\"\" data-rl_caption=\"\" title=\"\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"http:\/\/apr_blog.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/taxi.jpeg\" alt=\"via taxisinsanjose.com\" width=\"286\" height=\"176\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>9. You do not need to tip. It is only mandatory for hotel staff and waiters.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/apr_blog.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/counting_money.gif\" data-rel=\"lightbox-image-8\" data-rl_title=\"\" data-rl_caption=\"\" title=\"\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"http:\/\/apr_blog.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/counting_money.gif\" alt=\"counting_money\" width=\"450\" height=\"241\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>10. There is a lot of diversity in Brazil.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/apr_blog.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/brazilian-people.jpeg\" data-rel=\"lightbox-image-9\" data-rl_title=\"\" data-rl_caption=\"\" title=\"\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"http:\/\/apr_blog.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/brazilian-people.jpeg\" alt=\"via mmxlii.com\" width=\"290\" height=\"174\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>11. Drugs (including marijuana) and going topless is illegal and prohibited.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/apr_blog.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/dont.gif\" data-rel=\"lightbox-image-10\" data-rl_title=\"\" data-rl_caption=\"\" title=\"\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"http:\/\/apr_blog.s3.amazonaws.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/dont.gif\" alt=\"via seattish.com\" width=\"245\" height=\"260\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Brazil is a beautiful place filled with great hospitality and amazing attractions, yet you must remember that it is still a developing country. Use caution when traveling around and make sure to always be wary of your possessions. Let me know if I missed anything and if you are lucky enough to be in Brazil now!<\/p>\n<p>And check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/parksleepfly.com\/blog\/top-10-places-to-go-for-4th-of-july\">top 10 places<\/a> to go for 4th of July this year!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Since the World Cup is being held in Brazil this year, it felt only right to start with some tips about Brazil. So if you are planning a trip or are lucky enough to be there now, read these tips and be prepared to visit one of the most beautiful countries in the world!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":9,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"ngg_post_thumbnail":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[686],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v21.2 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>11 Important Things to know Before Traveling to Brazil<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Read these tips and be prepared to visit one of the most beautiful countries in the world!\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/parksleepfly.com\/blog\/11-important-things-to-know-before-traveling-to-brazil\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"11 Important Things to know Before Traveling to Brazil\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"Read these tips and be prepared to visit one of the most beautiful countries in the world!\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:url\" content=\"https:\/\/parksleepfly.com\/blog\/11-important-things-to-know-before-traveling-to-brazil\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:site_name\" content=\"ParkSleepFly.com Travel Blog\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:published_time\" content=\"2014-06-23T22:44:03+00:00\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:modified_time\" content=\"2025-03-12T12:05:51+00:00\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:image\" content=\"http:\/\/www.airportparkingreservations.com\/blog\/wp-includes\/js\/tinymce\/plugins\/wordpress\/img\/trans.gif\" \/>\n<meta name=\"author\" content=\"ParkSleepFly\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:label1\" content=\"Written by\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:data1\" content=\"ParkSleepFly\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:label2\" content=\"Est. reading time\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:data2\" content=\"5 minutes\" \/>\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\" class=\"yoast-schema-graph\">{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@graph\":[{\"@type\":\"WebPage\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/parksleepfly.com\/blog\/11-important-things-to-know-before-traveling-to-brazil\/\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/parksleepfly.com\/blog\/11-important-things-to-know-before-traveling-to-brazil\/\",\"name\":\"11 Important Things to know Before Traveling to Brazil\",\"isPartOf\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/parksleepfly.com\/blog\/#website\"},\"datePublished\":\"2014-06-23T22:44:03+00:00\",\"dateModified\":\"2025-03-12T12:05:51+00:00\",\"author\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/parksleepfly.com\/blog\/#\/schema\/person\/5ef383979302b05b81981a31b395fb42\"},\"description\":\"Read these tips and be prepared to visit one of the most beautiful countries in the world!\",\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"potentialAction\":[{\"@type\":\"ReadAction\",\"target\":[\"https:\/\/parksleepfly.com\/blog\/11-important-things-to-know-before-traveling-to-brazil\/\"]}]},{\"@type\":\"WebSite\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/parksleepfly.com\/blog\/#website\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/parksleepfly.com\/blog\/\",\"name\":\"ParkSleepFly.com Travel Blog\",\"description\":\"\",\"potentialAction\":[{\"@type\":\"SearchAction\",\"target\":{\"@type\":\"EntryPoint\",\"urlTemplate\":\"https:\/\/parksleepfly.com\/blog\/?s={search_term_string}\"},\"query-input\":\"required name=search_term_string\"}],\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\"},{\"@type\":\"Person\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/parksleepfly.com\/blog\/#\/schema\/person\/5ef383979302b05b81981a31b395fb42\",\"name\":\"ParkSleepFly\",\"image\":{\"@type\":\"ImageObject\",\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/parksleepfly.com\/blog\/#\/schema\/person\/image\/\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/a7fde1e7209956b4fc91d1cf0d1330e8?s=96&d=mm&r=g\",\"contentUrl\":\"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/a7fde1e7209956b4fc91d1cf0d1330e8?s=96&d=mm&r=g\",\"caption\":\"ParkSleepFly\"},\"description\":\"ParkSleepFly.com brings you the essential travel news and deals. 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