The Ipanema area of Rio de Janeiro in Brazil was made world famous by the song "The Girl From Ipanema." Years later, however, Ipanema is still as vibrant a vacation destination as ever, as it combines beaches, golf, fabulous scenery and the famed Brazilian fun-loving attitude to make for a great South American vacation.
Ipanema's beach
Ipanema's stretch of beach provides inspiring views of Rio de Janeiro.
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Ipanema's beaches, Brazil
The beaches of Ipanema in Rio de Janeiro are usually crowded and crazy on the weekends.
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Beaches of Ipanema, Rio de Janeiro
In Rio de Janeiro, Ipanema is one of the most famous, and popular, tourist destinations.
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Ipanema, Rio de Janeiro
Sun and fun are tops on the beaches of Ipanema in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
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Feijoada, a Brazilian delicacy
At Caesar Park Hotel, Saturday means a feast of feijoada, a Brazilian delicacy.
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Ipanema souvenir vendor
The beaches of Ipanema in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, are packed with vendors.
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Ipanema - Brazil - mountains
The surrounding mountains of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, help make it a standout destination.
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Ipanema in Rio de Janeiro
Sun and fun are tops on the beaches of Ipanema in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
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Ipanema in Brazil
Sun and fun are tops on the beaches of Ipanema in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
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Cariocas
Some young Cariocas (as those from Rio are called) enjoy Ipanema's beaches.
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Garota de Ipanema, Brazil
The bar Garota de Ipanema is where the song "The Girl from Ipanema" was born.
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Favelas
While Ipanema is safer than many parts of Rio, you are still close to the dangerous favelas (slums).
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Rio de Janeiro's beaches
Sun and fun are tops on the beaches of Ipanema in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
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