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I'm a Rio de Janeiro Local—and This Is My Ultimate Guide to the Brazilian City

Ipanema and Copacabana are perfect spots to grab an umbrella, snack on empadas or coalho cheese, and sip cocktails. If you ...
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I Live in Brazil—Here Are 7 Hidden Gems Around the Country You Won't Find in Guidebooks

João Pessoa, the capital of the state of Paraíba, is an enigmatic coastal metropolis. From the city’s beaches, you’ll see ...
Family Destinations Guide

The Underrated Town In Ohio Where You Can Live Quietly, Happily, And Debt-Free

That’s Bryan, Ohio for you – a charming small town in the northwestern corner of the Buckeye State where brick-lined streets, friendly faces, and a surprisingly vibrant downtown scene create the ...
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From Waterparks to Wellness: The Family Resort That Has It All

It’s not every day you find a resort that manages to entertain five children from start to finish but LuxMe Costa Botanica on ...
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This Coastal Town Is Called the ‘Caribbean of Brazil’—with Turquoise Waters, Remote ...

Arraial do Cabo is one of the most beautiful beach towns in Brazil, with Caribbean-like turquoise waters, excellent scuba ...

This Often-Overlooked City in Brazil Is Unlike Any Other in the Country—Here's Why ...

Eat mangoes straight from the tree, shop one-of-a-kind art, and see iconic Modernist architecture in Brasília.

Government shutdown becomes the longest on record as fallout spreads nationwide

WASHINGTON (AP) — The government shutdown has entered its 36th day, breaking the record as the longest ever and disrupting ...