The custom of wearing white emerged from Afro-Brazilian religious rituals that were once criminalized and later absorbed into ...

A former fishing town became the promised land of hippies, artists and alternative travelers — though today, it is also an ...

The Prince of Wales capped off his first day in Brazil with a visit to one of the world's most famous beaches — and a bit of volleyball Prince William capped off his first day in Rio de Janeiro with a ...

This article was produced by National Geographic Traveller (UK). When Brazilians have confidence that an endeavour is going to be successful, they say ‘Vai dar praia’ — literally, ‘It’s going to give ...

Shenaz Treasury loves to travel, and her Instagram handle is proof enough. A few days ago, the actress was enjoying her time in Rio, Brazil. To give her fans a sneak peek, she shared a bunch of videos ...

When Brazilians have confidence that an endeavour is going to be successful, they say ‘Vai dar praia’ — literally, ‘It’s going to give beach’. Few countries’ cultures are so closely entwined with sun, ...

A contemporary home that embraces natural design on the cliffs of the small Brazilian beach town of Trancoso is now on the market for $80 million Brazilian reais (US$14.49 million). From a distance, ...

We all live in a world of remembered images. And my image of Brazil is Rio de Janeiro. There’s a lot more to Brazil than just Rio, of course. But say “Rio” to me, and the picture that pops to mind is ...

I surfed for the first time 15 years ago, aware of the fanaticism it stirs in many but unprepared for how my own life, already nearing its statistical midpoint and oriented around more urban pursuits, ...