Even if you have never attended in person you likely know that Rio de Janeiro’s Carnival holds the title of the greatest party on Earth. If you enjoy pre-Lenten blowouts that feature hordes of sweaty, scantily clad bodies, food, music, parades, and outrageous costumes then you probably already have your plane tickets to Rio in hand. But, before you hop on your flight there are a few things you should know about this massive five-day-long raucous all-out bash that sweeps through the seaside city each February. First, if you don’t speak Portuguese now is a good time to take a … Continue reading →