Travel

Travel Note

Travel Visa (PLEASE READ)

As of April 10, 2025, all U.S. citizens need a Visa to enter Brazil. A travel Visa is REQUIRED for all U.S. citizens. Please refer to the link below for an eVisa application. It is recommended to apply at least 2 months in advance. The approved eVisa will be delivered via email. Your passport must be valid for at least one more month after your arrival in Brazil to be approved. This tourist Visa allows you to visit the country for leisure purposes for up to 90 days.

Flight

Rio/Galeão International Airport (GIG)

Rio/Galeão is the only large international airport in Rio. Santos Dumont Airport can be used for domestic flights within Brazil.

Rental Car

Uber/Rideshare

Uber is the best/easiest way to get around. They are affordable, cashless, and safer than hailing random street taxis, especially at night. Renting a car is not recommended.

Train

MetrôRio

MetrôRio is one of the safer, cheaper, and more efficient ways to get around Rio de Janeiro. Pay by credit card in the station. Avoid taking the bus - the train is easier to navigate.

Hotel

Fairmont Rio de Janeiro Copacabana

$$$ A top-rated 5-star luxury hotel sitting right at the scenic southern end of Copacabana Beach. Includes complimentary use of hotel beach loungers & umbrellas. Rather than reserving a formal room block, we are providing guests a special promotional code that offers a 20% discount on current flexible/refundable rates so you may book your rooms at your leisure. A credit card is required to reserve a room; payment will be due at the time of your stay. Reservations can be made directly through the link below, or by contacting the reservations at +55 21 2525-1232 or h1988-re@fairmont.com. All bookings are subject to hotel availability.

Discount Code - WEDDG

Hotel

JW Marriott Hotel Rio de Janeiro

$$$ A 5-star hotel, widely praised for its prime location. Features an authentic Brazilian breakfast buffet & heated rooftop pool.

Hotel

Hotel Fasano Rio de Janeiro

$$$$ A 5-star luxury hotel in the heart of Ipanema beach, featuring an upscale Mediterranean & Italian seafood restaurant.

Hotel

Sol Ipanema Hotel

$$ A 4-star beachfront hotel in Ipanema, that includes complimentary full buffet breakfast for guests. Rather than reserving a formal room block, we are providing guests a special promotional code that offers a 10% discount on current flexible rates (for stays between September 28, 2027 to October 2, 2027) so you may book your rooms at your leisure. A credit card is required to reserve a room; payment will be due at the time of your stay. Reservations can be made directly through the link below-- just enter the promo code in the "CUPOM" field on the homepage.

Discount Code - RUSSELL

Hotel

Ritz Copacabana Hotel

$$ A 4-star boutique hotel, a short walk from Copacabana Beach, featuring a rooftop outdoor pool, terrace, and bar.

Hotel

Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro

$ A 4-star budget friendly hotel, located in the bohemian Lapa / Centro district, known for nightlife, samba clubs, and historic architecture.

Hotel

Yoo2 Rio de Janeiro Tapestry Collection by Hilton

$$ A 4-star boutique hotel located directly across from Botafogo Beach, widely praised for its stunning rooftop views.