Condé Nast Traveler
This is Where Health Insurance Will Cost You the Most—and Least—Around the World
The SIP Health Cost Index ranks the average cost of private health insurance in 60 countries, including Singapore, Morocco, and Malta.
Lonely Planet
15 Best Things to Do in Brazil
Nature and wildlife, Carnaval and street parties, and incredible food – here are the experiences you shouldn
Condé Nast Traveler
Readers’ Choice Awards: 20 Top Hotels in South America 2026
Condé Nast Traveler readers rate their top hotels in South America, from Buenos Aires to Cartagena.
Atlas Obscura
Tomb of Mem de Sá in Salvador, Brazil
Located in the heart of Salvador’s historic center, the Catedral Basílica de Salvador stands in the famous Terreiro de Jesus, surrounded by some of the city’s oldest streets and churches. Its richly decorated Baroque interior, covered in intricate carvings, gold details, paintings, and religious artwork, makes it one of the most impressive historic churches in Bahia. What makes the cathedral pa…
Lonely Planet
The Best Landmarks, Food and Culture in São Paulo, Brazil
Don’t miss these top experiences in Brazil’s coolest city, from spectacular green space to top-notch museums and best-in-class cuisine.
Condé Nast Traveler
The Best Resorts in the World: 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards
The best resorts in the world, from Bali to Brazil, according to our readers.
Lonely Planet
Rio de Janeiro vs São Paulo
Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo are Brazil
Afar
Gen Z, Millennials, Gen X, and Boomers All Want Different Solo Travel Trips—Here’s Where They’re Going and Why
As I write this, my mom is on her first solo trip abroad—at age 73. She spent two weeks in Dublin and Edinburgh, with a few day trips built around each city. Turns out she’s part of a bigger wave.
Condé Nast Traveler
The Very Best Pizza in the World, Ranked
From New York to Tokyo to São Paulo, the best pizza in the world is scattered across the globe.
National Geographic
What to Eat in Rio, According to a Local Chef
Chef and Rio de Janeiro native Rafa Costa E Silva on where to find the city’s best cocktails and his favourite place for feijoada.
afar.com
Afar
Inside the Rise of Brazil’s Serra Gaúcha, the Country’s Fastest-Growing Wine Region
In the rolling hills of Rio Grande do Sul, a new generation of winemakers is proving Brazil is more than beaches and jungle.
Condé Nast Traveler
The World’s Most Beautiful Libraries Worth Traveling For
From converted monasteries to redwood forested reading rooms, the most beautiful libraries are for truly ones for the books.
Condé Nast Traveler
The 17 Most Beautiful National Parks in the World, From Yellowstone to the Serengeti
These diverse landscapes serve as a beautiful reminder of why our planet is worth protecting.
Condé Nast Traveler
The Distinctly Brazilian Flavor of São Paolo's Japanese Cuisine
From Nipo-Brazilian cuisine that relies on Amazonian fish to home-cooking-inspired izakayas to traditional omakase, São Paulo’s Japanese restaurants are richer and more varied than ever before.
National Geographic
These Are the 20 Best New Hotels in the World
From a reimagined 18th-century villa in Malta to a mountain paradise near Yellowstone National Park, these just-opened and reopened hotels are unique, chic, and guaranteed to be worth the journey.
The New York Times
Wagner Moura’s 5 Favorite Places in Salvador, Brazil
The Oscar-nominated star of “The Secret Agent,” “Narcos” and the new Netflix thriller “The Last House” shares the places he loves in his vibrant hometown.
Lonely Planet
19 of the Best Places to See Yayoi Kusama’s Art Around the World
See the iconic works of artist Yayoi Kusama at these museums, sculpture gardens and public spaces around the world.
National Geographic
7 of Latin America's Unmissable Festivals
Music, dance and ancient traditions take centre stage at Latin America’s most spectacular festivals, offering an unforgettable insight into the region’s rich cultural heritage.
Lonely Planet
Where to Drink “Chopp” in Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro–based photographer Marina Calderon takes us to the best places to enjoy an ice-cold chopp, a light draft beer served fresh from a tap.
Lonely Planet
12 picturesque honeymoon destinations (and when to visit them)
This guide to the best months to visit top honeymoon destinations could inspire any traveler to walk down the aisle.
Condé Nast Traveler
21 Best Beaches in Brazil, From Rio to Bahía
Praia da Galheta, Copacabana, and Morro Branco are just a few of the idyllic beaches you’ll want to include on your Brazil itinerary.
Atlas Obscura
Puente de la Amistad in Ciudad del Este, Paraguay
The Puente de la Amistad (Friendship Bridge) connects the cities of Foz do Iguaçu, Brazil, and Ciudad del Este, Paraguay. Built in 1965 as a symbol of goodwill between the two neighboring countries, the bridge offers beautiful views of the Paraná River just miles from the popular Iguazú Waterfalls. Crossing the bridge can feel less like international travel and more like entering an enormous op…
Atlas Obscura
Grave of Ayrton Senna in Paraíso do Morumbi, Brazil
Ayrton Senna was a three-time F1 world champion and a national hero in Brazil. Yet, his grave completely rejects the grand monuments typical for a global icons. instead there is a simple plaque that reads in Portuguese: Nada pode me separar do amor de Deus (“Nothing can separate me from the love of God”) For a man who lived his life at 200 mph under the roaring engines of Formula One, his final…
Atlas Obscura
Praça Ayrton Senna do Brasil in Paraíso, Brazil
The plaza serves as a pilgrimage site for motorsport and F1 fans. At the heart of the plaza is the bronze monument " Velocidade, Alma e Emoção " ("Speed, Soul, and Emotion"), depicts Senna's Formula 1 car racing forward Etched directly into the pathways are some of his most profound and inspiring quotes, allowing visitors to literally walk alongside his words on determination, faith, and speed.…
Afar
UNESCO Just Named 25 New World Heritage Sites—Including America’s First Since 2023
The newly added D-Day Beaches World Heritage site spans about 50 miles along the Normandy coastline, including Gold Beach (pictured), Utah Beach, Omaha Beach, Juno Beach, Sword Beach, and Pointe du ...
Condé Nast Traveler
The Best Places to Visit in October to Extend Your Summer or Lean Into Fall
From Indianapolis to Australia, here’s where to go in October.
Afar
The Best Country for Living Abroad Is Closer to the U.S. Than You Might Think
Foreigners living in to Panama appreciate the country’s pleasant climate and how easy it is to travel to places like the San Blas Islands, pictured here. This article was originally published in 2023 ...
Lonely Planet
The 9 best Formula 1 circuits in the world
Check out these stalwarts of the Formula 1 circuit for the best race experiences.
National Geographic
Canada's most underrated national park rivals Brazil's Pantanal
Vast prairies, rare wildlife, Indigenous history, and some of the country's best stargazing make Grasslands National Park a surprising alternative to South America's most famous wetland.
National Geographic
Why urban safaris are on the rise and where to try one
As cities become greener and wildlife returns, travellers are swapping traditional game drives for a new kind of safari closer to home.
Lonely Planet
10 of the best places to snorkel in the world
From swimming near whale sharks to spotting colorful fish over a reef, here are the world
The Guardian
£600 for cheese? The Brazilian beach scams that cost visitors dear
Travellers warned to beware of debit card cons after one was charged £1,500 for a kebab and another £3,000 for corn on the cob When Lisa Selby* used her debit card to pay for two slices of barbecued cheese from a beach vendor in Rio de Janeiro, she expected to pay 40 reais (£5.90) for the snack. But shortly after the payment had gone through, she realised that she had been charged 4,000 reais (…
The Guardian
‘It’s one of those lifetime things’: viral videos turn Rio favela rooftop into tourist hotspot
People from across the world queue for hours to get a video taken on the famous ‘Gateway to Heaven’ rooftop in the heart of Brazil’s most iconic city It was day three of the British family’s holiday in Brazil and, as the sun rose over Rio’s undulating mountains, they set off for the city’s most talked about tourist haunt. “It’s our first time in Brazil. We’re really looking forward to it,” said…
Condé Nast Traveler
The Best Places to Visit in April, From Chicago to Minas Gerais
There are reasons to plan a trip this spring, including a new hiking trail on a Greek peninsula and the opening of Obama's presidential library in Chicago.
Atlas Obscura
Castelo da Barra in Centro de Vila Velha, Brazil
The Castelo da Barra, in Barra do Jucu, is special for its architecture inspired by European castles, standing out from the simple fishing village landscape. Located in a prominent spot, it has become a visual and cultural landmark of the neighborhood. Its presence sparks curiosity, fuels local imagination, and attracts visitors. Thus, it serves as an alternative postcard and a symbol of local…
Condé Nast Traveler
The Gold List 2026: Best Hotels and Resorts
Our global editors across four continents share their favorite places to stay.
Condé Nast Traveler
The Brazilian State of Minas Gerais Is a Design Lover's Dream
From the city of Belo Horizonte to the art park of Inhotim, this southeastern corner of Brazil has a rich history of blending traditionalism and creativity.
The Guardian
From the Andes to the Amazon: a six-week riverboat adventure to Belém, Brazil’s gateway to the river
Visiting the city hosting the Cop30 conference brings with it questions about farming, tourism and sustainability In an open-air market in the Brazilian city of Belém, I had a problem. It was breakfast time and I wanted a drink, but the long menu of fruit juices was baffling. Apart from pineapple ( abacaxi ) and mango ( manga ), I’d never heard of any of the drinks. What are bacuri , buriti and…
The New York Times
Where to Eat, Sleep and Shop in Salvador, Brazil
Salvador, the Afro-Brazilian heartland, is a hub of music, food and tradition.
BBC Travel
Tijuca National Park: The fight to rewild the world's largest urban forest
Rio de Janeiro is home to the sprawling Tijuca forest (Credit: Alamy) After the forest was decimated by colonial plantations, an ambitious rewilding programme is now aiming to ensure the survival of ...
National Geographic
19 iconic trees around the world
From an ancient tree standing on holy ground in France for almost a thousand years to the canopy of a cashew tree the size of a soccer field in Brazil, here are some of our favorite trees around the ...