Frequently asked questions
Below are answers to frequently asked questions.
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Citizens of the former Yugoslavia do not need a visa for a stay of up to 90 days in Brazil. Just pack up and go! :)
No vaccinations are required to enter Brazil. However, the yellow fever vaccine is currently recommended for certain parts of the country. For travelers on our tours, this is generally just an extra precaution, so there is no need to worry.
Brazil is much more than what you have seen on TV and in the movies. You will be amazed by the friendliness and positive energy of the people! I won't lie to you, Brazil is on average more dangerous than North American and European countries, but in practice, the danger of falling in love with it forever is bigger than having anything bad happen to you there, especially when you travel with a local. While you're in Rio, don't bring a lot of money and expensive jewelry with you, so you'll be able to relax and enjoy yourself to the max!
It depends on the trip you apply for, but, for example, departing from Belgrade or Zagreb, a return flight to Rio, with a checked suitcase, costs from €900 to €1,200 .
I recommend comparing prices via Skyscanner.net or Google Flights . Then, make the purchase on the official website of the chosen airline.
A meal in a regular restaurant costs up to €10 , a caipirinha on the beach no more than €5 , half a liter of acai still around €5 , a pair of Havaianas slippers from €10 to €15 , an umbrella on the beach no more than €4 . All excursions and tickets according to the program are included in the price! But if you want to ride the metro in your free time, the ticket costs €1.40 .
In general, Brazilians rarely use cash , and even street vendors accept cards. Check with your banks if there are any special fees for card payments or cash withdrawals in Brazil, and decide which is better for you.
It's best to bring euros or dollars , but be careful - according to Brazilian law, if you're carrying more than 10,000 US dollars (about 8,700 euros) in cash, you must declare the money to customs at the airport.
1€ = about 6 reais . In practice, when you see the price in reais, divide by 6 and you know approximately how much it is in euros. And it also helps to know that 1,000 dinars = about 50 reais!
Electricity in Brazil is either 127 or 220 volts, depending on the state. If you sign up for the program with Rio, we visit Rio de Janeiro and Minas Gerais, where both states use 127.
If you don't want to take any risks, it's best to bring a "device" for changing the current. Although, from personal experience, I've never had one and I've charged everything I've ever bought from electronics in Serbia in Brazil without any problems and nothing has ever happened.
This is what the power outlets in Brazil look like! You'll need an adapter.
From the wardrobe, bring everything summer , and bring a light sweatshirt and a pair of pants just in case. Minas Gerais is also at a higher altitude, so it can sometimes surprise you with cold weather.
You buy flip-flops in Brazil! It is the best for everyday wear while you are there and the best souvenir!
Be sure to wear sunscreen and mosquito spray! Bring a good mood and everything will be great! :)
