Category: Safety

If you open Grindr in Rio de Janeiro, you’ll quickly notice that many profiles use emojis as coded messages. For locals, this is common slang. But for tourists, it can be confusing — or even dangerous. This post is not here to encourage drug use. Instead, it’s a harm reduction guide to help you understand…

Rio de Janeiro is famous for its beaches, parties, and freedom. For LGBTQ+ travelers, the city’s nightlife can feel like a paradise of music, dancing, and connection. But alongside the fun, there are also risks that you should be aware of — especially when it comes to drugs being sold on the beach, in clubs,…