Copacabana - The Jewel of the Sea

Without a doubt, one of the most famous beaches in the world. Copacabana stretches four miles from tip to tip. It was really only settled around 1920 when the Copacabana Palace Hotel was built, but even then, they had to build roads of asphalt and a bus route in order to bring in the tourists. Now, with the wall to wall real estate and high rise apartments, it is hard to imagine it ever being any different. If you are going to Rio for the first time, it is a must-see. To really experience the core of Rio, there is nothing like it. It is much better in the fall or spring than in high summer, since there are not as many people. The influx of tourists and dollars always brings an influx of little thieves, pickpockets and beggars. Taking precaution will eliminate risks, but choosing the right time to come can prevent a lot of headache. Still, the beach is beautiful year round, and the excitement of arriving to a hot summer vacation with beaches full of beautiful people is something everyone loves. We may be contacted for apartments in Copacabana, or vacation condos in all areas of Rio