But not all the state of Rio de Janeiro is dangerous, the country side and Angra dos Reis are good spots to travel. I am travelling to Brazil in the next couple of months, flying into Rio, going to Iguazu falls then up to Manuas to spend a few days in the rainforest. Follow us on Facebook. Well, I'm not from Rio but I'm pretty sure it depends on the neighborhood you're going to visit. This thief in Brazil just didn’t give a flip and mugged a CNN reporter in Brazil at knifepoint in front of a live camera. You have to be sensible. I believe you should use a money belt to keep your documents well concealed, if you are not comfortable with leaving them in the hotel. Either they get mugged or they don't, that's 50/50. When you reach here, just buy some shirt from Corinthias Futebol Club and wear it by the time you spend here. So stay sharp! yes, i'd recommend to everyone to come visit us, it's probably one of the most unique places in the world, but as you probably could imagine, the situation is bad for us who are lower middle class/poor. *UPDATE: For those of you interested...I've just finished the first half of my trip round Brazil. If you've never been in the tropics before, the sun can be higher and stonger than you have ever experienced. Anything from artistic fashion photoshoots to depraved pornography. I hope you'll enjoy your trip! Prostitution, no doubt, is one of the ancient professions on earth, dating back to the golden early days. - Trying to decide on a Thanksgiving adventure location. The stiletto-wearing brunette was seen walking naked down the busy mountain highway in Manhuacu, Brazil, carrying a drink and clothes in her left hand before firemen found her. I wouldn't take anything with me that I would miss when I go out. Also, the train system is pretty impressive. A female Brazilian UFC fighter pummeled a moronic mugger who tried to rob her with a cardboard gun. This is a place for posting images of humans at or above the age of 18 wearing collars, leashes, chokers, neck stretchers, or other restraining neckware. We LOVE beautiful beaches with … I don't know about American cities, but I'm used to safer places where the worst threat is pickpocketing or general scams. In Manaus, the Brazilian Amazon’s largest city, a man travels to the poorest neighborhoods offering food, even while his own food security diminishes. The suspect can be seen in the background – multiple times – and at one point the camera is pointed directly at the thief. We spent 2 days and nights in Rio and loved every second of it! We have a friend that got mugged, but she had a huge SLR camera around her neck in a part of town that is not great and yes, if you are doing that you are going to get your camera taken off you.” Don't try driving yourself around. If we allow it, the current president will not step down and will force the dictatorship back. An incident reported by Brazilian officials on Sunday, August 16th involved photographers being mugged while covering a test event for the Olympics. Search for: Search. Hope everyone is good! We’ve argued about this; Lissette thinks it’s great that Latin people are, in her words, “Proud, they won’t bow to the white man. I've read and been advised that Rio is becoming increasingly dangerous, with people being mugged on the trail to Cristo Redentor, as well as tourists being targeted on tourist buses. Not once felt in danger or even harassed. I'm staying in Centro (silly me, thinking that central location is best location like in most normal places). I live in Rio, and have lived the last 20 years here. #12 Safety is about sensibility. I've been reading all the reviews and It looks like a warzone. Article by InTouch. 7 Things to Know about Brazil Prostitution. We have 2 days left to spare around Rio state so might go to Ihla Grande or Parati. A woman was mugged on TV ironically while being interviewed about the recent spike in crime rates in Rio de Janeiro. Yeah it's so hard to judge as some people say to stay the hell away from it, then others say it's amazing and is actually safe (as long as you're not stupid obviously). Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. This advice can applied to most Brazilian big cities. This thief in Brazil just didn’t give a flip and mugged a CNN reporter in Brazil at knifepoint in front of a live camera. I lived in Rio all my live. Haha, I am going with my girlfriend so I will only be enjoying the brazillian babes from afar :). We watched a beautiful sunset on Ipanema beach and sampled lots of local food. Press J to jump to the feed. A CNN reporter in Brazil, Bruna Macedo, was mugged at knifepoint while reporting live in Sao Paulo. I believe you should use a money belt to keep your documents well concealed, if you are not comfortable with leaving them in the hotel. $0.02 from someone who actually went there: if you keep to the tourist-y areas, you'll be alright. mugged definition: 1. past simple and past participle of mug 2. past simple and past participle of mug . - Trying to decide on a Thanksgiving adventure location. If it does, just give up your stuff, try to make it as short as possible (something that is also in the interest of the criminal). “Hello,” Bruno Faria tells them in Portuguese. Antarctica: Nearly Naked in the South Shetland Islands; China's Zhujiajiao Ancient Water Town; Postcards to Wanda: Antarctica; Antarctica: Winter is Coming; Instagram. watch in the hotel room - and no credit cards, no purse, nothing, just $30 in DH's pocket to buy souveniers. Brazil was the one place where I felt that I could be mugged in broad daylight and where locals and authorities wouldn’t even budge to help you (you think I’m exaggerating? Not residental neighborhood and not favelas (except that one which has a cable car). Polyana Viana was waiting for an Uber in Rio … Rio isn't a safe city by any means, but it's not this post-apocalyptic wasteland either. But today, the number is probably even higher. If you don't stay at shit hotel, leave them on the safe. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. TLDR: Brazil (and Rio) is awesome! 3 years ago | 42.1K views. Almost all of my friends that stayed in Brazil are now divorced. Be aware of your surroundings, don't flash cameras or phones around, try to dress (down) like the locals. We LOVE beautiful beaches with … So stay sharp! It has places you shouldn't go, and they're are times where other safe places are less safe. Bruno Faria, 36, drives through Manaus, Brazil, on March 24, 2020 — his first day of volunteer food deliveries. ", just check if it seems appropriate on each place by seeing if the locals are doing it. We've just done a stopover in São Paulo and are headed to Manaus next. As for the traffic? a woman is mugged on TV in Brazil | (PHOTO) Screenshot: Courtesy - YouTube: Canal On. 0:34. Photo by INSTAGRAM Article content. Brazil is a beautiful, diverse, fun, interesting, warm and loving place... if you're a tourist/upper middle class or rich. Facebook Twitter Email Print Img No-img Menu Whatsapp Google Reddit Digg Stumbleupon Linkedin Comment. In Brazil, husbands normally cheat a lot on their wives, it’s almost a part of the culture. Thanks, we are staying in a pretty nice hotel and only plan on doing the daytime tours so hopefully we will be OK! Bruna Macedo was filing a live report on the rising water levels from heavy rain at Sao Paulo’s Bandeiras Bridge. The locals know what they're doing but it was, well.. foreign to me. When I got my first job as an engineer, I was sent to a huge job in Brazil… Was hoping to check out some house music events but seems it's probably too risky... Been to Rio multiple times. Why is that? The people of Rio are all really friendly and happy to help. Follow us on Facebook. From dainty thin floral fabric chokers to the most severe welded-shut posture collar. Has the situation changed a lot in Rio? A woman was mugged on TV ironically while being … Brazil Advises World Cup Tourists: 'Don't Scream' if Robbed. If you go to this city don't hang around displaying jewlery, iphones, ipads and so on. Is this still within Rio then? We are only there for 2 days and staying in a decent hotel so hopefully it will be uneventful like you say! Yes, you should be very concerned if you go to Rio de Janeiro city and watch out your surroundings. But he comes anyway, to bring relief to aching families in need — a lesson learned from his father. However, anecdotal evidence is anecdotal. Is there a safe place at least where I can leave my belongings (hotels don't look very safe too)? I've read and been advised that Rio is becoming increasingly dangerous, with people being mugged on the trail to Cristo Redentor, as well as tourists being targeted on tourist buses. Like all my documents and passport, all my money or any electronics that I have special feelings. The unidentified woman was complaining about the lack of police presence in the area when a theif ran up behind her and snatched a gold necklace from around her neck. The suspect has now been arrested. Lots of answers from users who have never ever set foot on Rio. #12 Safety is about sensibility. Click to share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) ... A video has gone viral showing the moment CNN reporter Bruna Macedo was mugged at knifepoint during a live broadcast in Brazil. Leia as regras e participe de nossa comunidade! well, if not mugged for thiefs, gonna get rip off by taxi drivers anyway, but if you gonna have a friend here in Rio, nothing gonna happen... but follow the tips, be aware always, and enjoy Rio. 1:03. Don't forget to check Itaipu dam while you are at Foz do Iguaçu, it's definitely worth a visit. 5. There are a lot of better and safer places to go, though. A Brazilian judge on Wednesday ordered that passports be seized from US Olympic swimmers Ryan Lochte and James Feigen to stop them leaving the country after … YouTube / CNN. Jane Seymour was mugged on the street and almost got arrested when she was shooting 'Live and Let Die' in America. Don’t check your phone on the street (go inside a store). We have a friend that got mugged, but she had a huge SLR camera around her neck in a part of town that is not great and yes, if you are doing that you are going to … One night on the Argentine side, one on the Brazil side. Just take only what you will need. It is dangerous but its not like you are going to war or something. What are the chances of being mugged in New York or Los Angeles? According to “Veja SaoPaulo” local news, the Civil Police has now arrested the man (27) who robbed CNN Brazil reporter … Facebook Twitter Reddit Flipboard. Learn more. Babilonia is one of those "pacified" favelas, so it might be safer, due to police presence 24/7? What area are you staying in? Brazilian Woman Walking Naked Down The Street. The thing is: the "usual" dangerous places are more dangerous. Rio is fucking dangerous, I was robbed 5 times, don't go out after 10pm, don't take any cellphone out on the streets, there's a chance that a kid will take it from you and if something happens police won't help. The temptation is too strong, and cheating has become sort of a normal thing to do. It was fine when I was there 3 years ago and didn't feel unsafe at all. We took all the precautions and had NO jewelry - we even left the $10. No idea why people were so negative in my original comments! I was in a hostel in Babilonia for a week and no one there had any problems, even coming in drunk in the wee hours of the morning. Read this post by a fellow blogger). It is, even at present, a common practice for a compact majority of the Brazilian population even now. I was mugged once (10 years ago) during Carnival in Salvador da Bahia (didn\'t occur again this year) and have had a couple of other unsuccessful attempts. Lyntonlindsay. I am travelling to Brazil in the next couple of months, flying into Rio, going to Iguazu falls then up to Manuas to spend a few days in the rainforest. Maskless Woman Kicked Off United Flight Pulls Race Card. Novo Israel is one of the roughest neighborhoods in Manaus, the biggest city in the Amazon and one of the roughest in Brazil. When people tell you to watch out in some region, it's because of them (pickpocketing is not an issue in Brazil). Yes, Rio de Janeiro city is dangerous and the violence is out of control. I am regretting my decision to spend time in Rio, although I would feel crazy not visiting Rio whilst in Brazil! Courtesy of Bruno Faria. Only use Uber, they are much safer and they can't take a "good route" to make you pay a lot more than necessary. New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast. Prefer going out with groups and preferably with someone native (tourist guide or some trusted friend).If you do those things, you may still be robbed (if you're unlucky) but otherwise you'll have a great time. Thanks a lot - good to get insight from somebody who lives there! TLDR: Brazil (and Rio) is awesome! When people tell you to watch out in some region, it's because of them (pickpocketing is not an issue in Brazil). Economy is in the toilet, unemployment is on the rise, State is bankrupt, as you can imagine this does not help crime statistics. Sounds optimistic... but I'll still try to enjoy, thanks. Just like everybody said: hold tight to your bag/purse, don't walk with your phone in plain sight, and try to stay around the "tourist-y" areas. UFC strawweight champion Jessica Andrade lost her car and other personal belongings during an armed mugging in Brazil. A female Brazilian UFC fighter pummeled a … Its scenery is also quite unlike anywhere else in the world, so I'd say you should go out there and explore. Brazilian police have put together tips for those traveling to the World Cup next month, advising tourists not to scream if robbed. Karine Martins and her boyfriend Paul Staehle can’t catch a break! No idea why people were so negative in my original comments!*. 0:54. Brazilian Woman Mugged on Camera During Interview on Street Crime. Star US swimmer Ryan Lochte and three of his Olympic teammates were not robbed in Rio as they claimed but tried to flee after apparently vandalizing a gas station bathroom, police said Thursday. Matthew Klint March 2, 2021 3 Comments. Popular This Week . Although if you have much time reserved in Rio you could visit Ilha Grande, which was some of the nicest places I've ever visited. A woman who refused to keep her mask on was thrown off a United Airlines flight to Las Vegas in a controversy that shows the particularly ugly side of flying in 2021. With all its problems, I still think Rio has some beautiful sceneries where the urban and the natural make an awesome mix. Antonio Carlos Junior mugged at gunpoint in Brazil, escapes unscathed from shootout New, 19 comments UFC middleweight Antonio Carlos Junior was the … 90 Day Fiancé Machete Attack: Karine Gets Mugged by a Machete-Wielding Thief in Brazil. I have been mugged twice, when I was a kid, never at gunpoint. Unfortunately it's more like a "shit" hotel, which i can't refund at this point. A CNN journalist was mugged at knifepoint during a live broadcast in Brazil. Bruno Faria fears getting robbed, or mugged. Then travelled over to the Iguaçu falls. The Brazilian community on Reddit. ViralPress. In the past 6 weeks, I have had $800 stolen by housekeeping (three separate instances) and two credit cards cloned while in Brazil. Relax, you'll have a great time. Tourists are mugged so often in Brazil they may be taxed - to pay for compensation. Brazilian Woman Mugged on Camera During Interview on Street Crime. For one Brazilian mugger, Polyana Viana proved as tough on the street as she is in the UFC octagon. In regards to safety in Brazil Lauren says, “I have never had any problems. I keep seeing many posts about moving to Brazil from the USA and I decided to share my experience. I'd never say "Don't use your phone on the street! But being visibly afraid is the easiest way to make yourself a mark. In regards to safety in Brazil Lauren says, “I have never had any problems. New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast. Woman Mugged on TV in Brazil While Complaining About Crime Rates (VIDEO) By Benge Nsenduluka, CP Reporter Follow | Thursday, April 10, 2014. You absolutely have to keep an eye out and avoid dangerous areas. I'll just have to be super careful like you say. Unfortunately we are all booked up now, so definitely going in the next few months...just have to be extra-vigilant! CNN reporter mugged at knifepoint on live TV in Brazil A CNN reporter in Brazil has been attacked by an apparent homeless man in a terrifying moment while she was reporting live on TV. If you take basic precautions, chances very high that are you will have an uneventful visit, but there is always a small chance something will happen. My husband and I were mugged in Rio 12 years ago (we're street savvy NYers, who travel all over the world independently) and just hated the place and vowed to never go again. About Community. Brazil went through a rigorous period of Military Dictatorship, the same that our government today both exalts and wants to make return. UPDATE: For those of you interested...I've just finished the first half of my trip round Brazil. We got a nice little hut for ourselves at the edge of tiny town with our own view of the ocean (and almost a private beach nearby). An incident reported by Brazilian officials on Sunday, August 16th involved photographers being mugged while covering a test event for the Olympics. Which one is best?! The obvious tours -- Cristo Redentor, Sugar Loaf -- are 99% safe. Talk to your hotel staff to check if the route you are planning to take is OK. Geo Beats. UFC star Polyana Viana beats up ‘armed’ mugger so badly he begs her to call the police. I see. Especially if you are with your girlfriend. Two reasons. Representative Grace Meng, a freshman congresswoman from Queens, was mugged on Tuesday night as she walked to her Capitol Hill apartment after having dinner with a friend. Use taxis. Brazil had a record-setting 350,000 divorces in 2011, 45% more than in 2010. Brazil; Chile; Colombia; Ecuador; Peru; Trinidad; Uruguay; Travel Tips; Why We Travel; Contact; Search. Micha Curtin. The attacker was reported to be homeless, and approached Macedo from a bridge behind where she was standing, attacking her as she spoke to anchor Rafael Colombo. Wow - sounds amazing...will deffo look into this, thanks! Moving to Brazil: My experience. Don't flash nice things, be aware of your surroundings, and if you do get mugged cooperate fully. A casa dos brasileiros no Reddit. South America - brazil beach vacation.... or will get mugged? Angela Ballard. Are there any reliable safes in banks or lockers in bus stations/airports (maybe in Central terminal)? By Ethan Bauer May 17, 2020, 10:00pm MDT. Violence in Rio has gotten worse over the last 2-3 years, same as the rest of the country. Now, mugs might happen. We use cookies on our websites for a number of purposes, including analytics and performance, functionality and advertising. A subreddit for the international community to discuss all things Brazil! Edit- Rio isn't anything close to a war zone. You have to be sensible. Antonio Carlos Junior mugged at gunpoint in Brazil, escapes unscathed from shootout New, 19 comments UFC middleweight Antonio Carlos Junior was the … Will check it out, thanks. Mayor-elect Marcelo Crivella thinks the move will increase tourism I'd never say "Don't use your phone on the street! The only thing that would motivate me to visit Rio city are curvy Brazilian babes and guess that is a motivation for many tourists. Nothing extra. Please, don't ever take a cab (Taxi) in Brazil. Even Brazilians avoid that city. Bruna Macedo was filing a live report on the rising water levels from heavy rain at Sao Paulo’s Bandeiras Bridge. Big hotels take this very seriously and you will probably be fine. Both beautiful views and saw some lovely wildlife along the way. I was born in a small Eastern European country and studied in the USA. Press J to jump to the feed. I loved Rio, but my right arm wasn't properly covered for one afternoon on Copacabana and my white gringo skin felt like a lobster someone has boiled and left in the microwave too long. Feel free to post in English or Portuguese! South America - brazil beach vacation.... or will get mugged? Just keep your belongings close to you and don't flash around your camera or cell phone. Even in the tourist places, two other factors are still dangerous in Rio: The sun and the traffic. Brazilian biker goes down favela streets on front wheels! In the 1970s, in prisons, people started to organize. Is this overkill or something I should actually be concerned about? you can go to "Ilha Grande" if you are looking for beaches / hikes and safety. By Lucas Rezende @rezenluc May … Brazil’s Olympic opening is rumoured to feature its most famous supermodel Gisele Bundchen being robbed in Rio's streets. Brazil is a very big country with much better places to go than Rio de Janeiro. And that's it.If you keep around the south zone (Copacabana, Ipanema, etc) and use mostly the subway (Metro) or Taxis/Ubers, you'll probably be fine.Don't try renting a car and drive yourself to places, Waze and Google Maps may route you into dangerous places.Avoid showing off gadgets and jewelry and avoid going into low urban areas (like forest trails).
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