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- Essential Guide, Nightlife
Plan Rio Carnival 2027 with local tips on street blocos, Sambadrome parades, LGBTQ+ parties and official ticket links....
- Editor's Picks
Discover Pausa, an authentic and exclusive experience in Rio: a curated offline dinner at Casa Amara with a guest chef, vinyl and 14 strangers....
- Editor's Picks, Where to stay
Looking for a stylish, welcoming base in Rio? These four luxury hotels combine prime beachfront locations, discreet service and the kind of atmosphere that makes an LGBTQ+ trip feel effortless....
- Editor's Picks, Essential Guide
My favorite times to visit Rio: pre-Carnival and the Todo Mundo no Rio concert weekend, with personal advice on New Year, weather and 2027 dates....
- Essential Guide, Outdoor Life
Where to go beyond Rio: Paraty is our Editor’s pick, followed by Martim de Sá, Ilha Grande, Búzios, Arraial do Cabo and mountain retreats....
- Essential Guide, Nightlife
Explore gay sex parties in Rio de Janeiro, from Kevin and HOLE to Muchachos and FLSH, with official event links, dates and practical tips....
- Editor's Picks, Essential Guide
Plan LGBT travel in Brazil beyond Rio with Jonh’s editor’s picks: São Paulo, Minas Gerais, Bahia, Lençóis Maranhenses and Pará, plus personalized trip planning....
- Editor's Picks, Nightlife
Discover Dédalos Rio, from its São Paulo roots and soft opening to busy Wednesdays, themed Sundays and its place in Rio’s cruising scene....