Are you planning to visit Brazil during the World Cup and would like to tone down your gringo-ness a bit?

Worry no more! Our tips will make you blend in easily and be

comfortable while visiting Brasil (yes, it’s written with “S” down there

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Time is perceived in a different way in Brazil.

In other words, Brazilians are not punctual.

Unless it is a business matter. So sloww dooown

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Another important thing to have in mind:

Physical contact such as hugging,

cheek kissing (between men and women and among women) and touching someone while talking is part of the culture in Brasil.

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BE STREETWISE. PEDESTRIANS DON’T HAVE BIG PRIORITY

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AND TRY ALSO “SALGADINHOS” COXINHA AND PÃO DE QUEIJO ARE A MUST!

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We know the bikinis are tiny, but girls don’t go topless in the beach!

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Get a colorful “canga” if you are a girl !

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Brazilians speak with their hands, so learn some

gestures!

It can be very helpful when you don’t speak the language very well.

(but if you study with BRIC you will be fine!)

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Don’t be the typical tourist, carrying around a big expensive camera, opening maps in the street, or wearing a fanny pack. Blend in and be low profile.

Brazilians are helpful, friendly and very talkative. Don’t be shy and try to interact with locals

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Kick back, Relax, be patient and have fun!

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