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July 10, 2016 by Renata 26 Comments

Rio de Janeiro: a countdown to the Olympics 2016

Countdown to the Olympics 2016! 30 days to go!

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Copacabana in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil - Ready for the Olympics 2016

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RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL
Rio de Janeiro is the host of the Summer Olympics 2016

 

A Countdown to the Rio Olympics 2016

In less than 1 month the world will turn its attention to Brazil, more specifically to Rio de Janeiro. The reason? The 2016 Summer Olympics.

I’d like to help you guys understand a little bit more about this beautiful city, so I created a series of 1 minute videos explaining the basics. Feel free to scroll down and choose the topic that interests you most.

I shot these videos over the past 2 years, during multiple trips to Rio de Janeiro. From now on I’ll update this page every day until August 5th, when the Opening Ceremony takes place in Rio.

If you’re heading south for the Brazil Olympics, get ready for a memorable experience!

30 Days to Go: Learn more about the Rio Olympics 2016

For the first time in history the Olympic Games are in South America. Here’s a quick look at what to expect.

29 Days to Go: a brief history of Rio de Janeiro

Contrary to popular belief, Rio de Janeiro is not the capital of Brazil. But it once was. Here’s what else you probably don’t know about the host of the 2016 Olympics.

28 Days to Go: general information about Rio de Janeiro

Did you know Rio is one of the biggest cities in the world? Here’s some general information to get you familiar with the city.

27 Days to Go: The state of Rio de Janeiro

The city of Rio de Janeiro is located in the state of Rio de Janeiro. Here’s what you can experience just 2-3 hours away. The cities featured in the video are Angra dos Reis, Ilha Grande, Paraty, Petrópolis, Búzios and Cabo Frio.

EXPERIENCES

In this second stage, I’ll focus on locations and experiences in Rio de Janeiro that you can have during or after the Olympics 2016.

Get ready for some amazing scenery!

26 Days to Go: Copacabana

Copacabana is Rio de Janeiro’s most famous neighborhood. Here’s why.

25 Days to Go: Carnival

Rio organizes the biggest Carnival parade celebration in the world. And it’s actually a tough competition.

24 Days to Go: Maracanã

This is where the Opening and Closing Ceremonies of the Olympic Games will occur.

23 Days to Go: Christ the Redeemer

Christ the Redeemer is located on top of Corcovado mountain and it’s probably the biggest symbol of Rio

22 Days to Go: Sugarloaf

Another postcard in Rio!

21 Days to Go: Beaches in Rio

Copacabana, Ipanema and other beaches you probably haven’t heard of. Choose the right for you!

20 Days to Go: Arpoador

Arpoador is this beautiful corner at the Ipanema Beach.

19 Days to Go: Parque Lage

Parque Lage is one of the most beautiful parks in Brazil

18 Days to Go: Pedra Bonita

Located in the neighborhood of Sao Conrado, a hiking trail takes you to this amazing place

17 Days to Go: Tijuca Forest

The largest urban forest in the world, located in the core of Rio

16 Days to Go: Nightlife in Rio

Fun for all tastes and ages!

NEIGHBORHOODS

Now that you’re familiar with the top attractions I’ll introduce you to some of the areas and neighborhoods in Rio de Janeiro!

But remember: if you’re looking for the most famous one – Copacabana – I already listed it above under “Experiences” 😉

15 Days to Go: Lagoa

A neighborhood around one of the nicest leisure areas in Rio: the Rodrigo de Freitas lagoon.

14 Days to Go: Barra da Tijuca

Located in the west side of Rio, this is where you find the best beaches

13 Days to Go: Leblon

The neighborhood where I lived for close to 10 years!

12 Days to Go: Ipanema

The most trendy neighborhood in Rio

11 Days to Go: Historic Downtown

The charm of Old Rio!

10 Days to Go: Lapa

The most bohemian neighborhood in Rio

9 Days to Go: Port Zone

The port region has undergone a major revitalization and became one of the hottest areas in town

FOOD AND DRINKS

In this forth stage of my countdown to the Summer Olympics in Rio, I’ll show how you can indulge yourself… 🙂

8 Days to Go: The food

Picanha, barbecue, acai, rice and beans… Can’t even choose what I like most!

7 Days to Go: The drinks

Coconut water, mate, caipirinha… Alcoholic or non-alcoholic, drinks in Rio are unique!

IT’S TIME

The most exciting time of the year has arrived! The Summer Olympics 2016 and the Paralympic Games are here! 🙂

If you’re making your way to Rio de Janeiro, it’s time for some practical information. And if you’re not, stay with me as I’ll also show the atmosphere down here. Yes, I’m already in Brazil! 🙂

6 Days to Go: Arriving in Rio

Thousands of athletes and fans landing at the Galeao Airport!

5 Days to Go: Transportation from the airport

It’s easy to get out of GIG!

4 Days to Go: Public Transportation in Rio

Buses, subway, BRT, VLT, trains…

3 Days to Go: The Olympic Spirit

The Olympic Spirit is already everywhere in town

2 Days to Go: Olympic Arenas and Facilities

A little bit of the Arenas and the Olympic Village

1 Day to Go: It’s time

Enjoy the Olympics! Enjoy Rio! Enjoy Brazil!

Hope you guys enjoyed this countdown!!! Now, let’s enjoy the Olympics!

Thank you so much for staying with me for this entire month, checking back every day! You guys are awesome! 🙂

With cheers of excitement,

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  1. Tara Pittman says

    July 11, 2016 at 3:47 pm

    My 10 year old was just asking about the olympics. He is excited about them.

    Reply
    • Renata says

      July 12, 2016 at 9:32 pm

      How nice! I’m very excited too. I’ve been following closely the Olympics since when I was about his age! 🙂

      Reply
  2. Mai Cochico says

    July 14, 2016 at 10:07 pm

    Brazil will always be one of the most beuatiful places in the world. I’m so glad they were chosen to host the Olympics, that is such an honor. I hope everything goes well!

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    • Renata says

      July 15, 2016 at 12:09 pm

      Me too! It was a beautiful party at the beach when Rio was chosen. I’m really hoping this event will be a tremendous success like the World Cup in 2014! 🙂

      Reply
  3. Echo Aspnes says

    July 16, 2016 at 8:25 pm

    Brazil is so beautiful! I have always thought so! Thank you so much for putting together this countdown!

    Reply
  4. Enricoh Alfonzo Naidu says

    July 17, 2016 at 1:10 pm

    thanks for the brief history of rio de janeiro that was insightful. i love the idea of a countdown, creates anticipation. very exciting indeed

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    • Renata says

      September 25, 2016 at 10:43 am

      Thank you very much, Enricoh! I loved doing the countdown and, as you said, it helped bringing people along with me to enjoy the experience. The Olympics were amazing! 🙂 All the best!

      Reply
  5. June Maughan says

    July 17, 2016 at 4:36 pm

    Fab post and a great resource for anyone interested in the Olympics or a visit to Rio De Janeiro and the surrounding areas 🙂

    Reply
  6. Alaka Frolick says

    July 20, 2016 at 4:43 pm

    Sounds like there is a lot of exciting things to expect from the Olympics. I wish I were going to be watching it, but I’ve decided not to participate in supporting the Olympics due to the animals that keep being killed after being part of the opening events :(.

    Reply
  7. Lisa Adele Brower-Law says

    July 21, 2016 at 1:23 pm

    I love the olympcs but I prefer watching from the comfort of my living room! These all look like great reasons to go in person, though, to any spot – Brazil looks like a great destination!

    Reply
  8. Alyzza Sanchez says

    July 23, 2016 at 11:13 am

    Brazil is indeed one of the best places around the world. You are lucky you are from Brazil!

    Reply
  9. Christina Aliperti says

    July 25, 2016 at 5:50 pm

    I would love to visit Brazil. I have wanted to go there since I was a kid. I hope one day i will get to go.

    Reply
  10. Gideon Dementori Senshu says

    July 28, 2016 at 9:29 pm

    This is undeniably one of the greatest and richest places in the world, and by the latter I mean in terms of culture and wonderful people. I’m all for the Olympics to take place there!

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    • Renata says

      July 29, 2016 at 10:02 pm

      How nice! As a Brazilian, I’m very happy to hear that! 🙂

      Reply
  11. Kathy says

    July 30, 2016 at 2:13 pm

    All of these look like great places for the Olympics. I love watching them on t.v. I wish I could actually go in person too. It would be a great experience.

    Reply
  12. Berlin Domingo says

    July 31, 2016 at 2:16 pm

    Creating a countdown sure does makes it super exciting. Can feel the excitement here n

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    • Renata says

      July 31, 2016 at 4:19 pm

      🙂

      Reply
    • Agnes Dela Cruz says

      August 1, 2016 at 2:24 pm

      This is the place and event my son would like to go. He is a football player since he was in 4th grade and been competing nationwide. I knew about the rio olympics because of him. 🙂

      Reply
  13. Nicole Escat says

    August 2, 2016 at 2:26 pm

    Rio de Janeiro looks like a great place for Olympics. I wish I can go there too, I hope soon!

    Reply
  14. Karlyn Cruz says

    August 3, 2016 at 4:28 pm

    Wow, this is an event worth waiting for! I am so glad they will held it on Rio, Brazil is a nice place.

    Reply
  15. Kyle Stewart says

    August 5, 2016 at 2:43 pm

    Brazil was one of my bucket list and I want to go there someday.

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    • Renata says

      August 5, 2016 at 5:51 pm

      You will probably enjoy a lot! 🙂

      Reply
  16. Anna Lisa Nuttall says

    August 7, 2016 at 10:45 am

    I would love to visit Brasil one day. xx

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    • Renata says

      August 8, 2016 at 2:51 pm

      It’s a very fun and unique country! 🙂

      Reply
  17. Amy Jones says

    August 19, 2016 at 9:48 pm

    Brasil is amazing!!! so much colors and magic and action in one place

    Reply
    • Renata says

      August 21, 2016 at 9:52 am

      So true! 🙂

      Reply

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