There are several voltage standards In Brazil. The most common are 127V and 220V.
It is customary to leave tips in beauty parlors, on gas stations, at restaurants, bars, and for shoe polishers. However, tipping is not necessary on beaches and in cafes.
The height of the season in Rio de Janeiro falls on the winter months. That's why prices rise sharply by about 25% from December to February. During the carnival in Rio, hotels become twice as expensive.
Being late for a meeting or a dinner is perfectly normal. However, mass events like a football match or a concert require arrival well in advance. A little delay for this kind of event may leave you without an entrance ticket.
Bargaining is common and welcome on Brazilian street markets.
Sunbathing topless is allowed on specialized beaches. Public exposure may be perceived as insulting by local residents, and police officers may consider this an obscene behavior.
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