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 walkway to a busy beach in Arraial do Cabo. Take a boat tour that stops at turquoise coves and remote beaches like Ilha do Farol and Prainhas do Pontal do Atalaia. Watch the sun rise over distant ...

A traveler found himself 'confused' when everyone started clapping on the beach he was visiting in Brazil, before learning ...

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, ...

Capital of Brazil: If you were asked to name Brazil’s capital, you might instinctively think of its most famous cities. The whole country is renowned for beaches, business, and football legends. Yet ...