2. 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.
3. 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.
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5. Bargaining is common and welcome on Brazilian street markets.
6. 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.
8. Brazilian restaurants do not accept foreign currency and traveler's checks.
9. Teeth and a shiny white smile are cult Brazilian features. Therefore, it is not recommended to use a toothpick in public places, restaurants or bars. Even the usual covering of the mouth with a napkin or a hand may cause shock.
10. While swimming in the ocean, beware of a strong undercurrent that can carry even a well-trained swimmer far away from the shore.
11. For cash withdrawal, it's best to use ATMs at local banks. PIN thefts and hacking of bank accounts are not uncommon in Brazil.
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13. From Brazil, it is forbidden to export cigarettes, alcohol products, any species of plants and related goods, all types of birds, fish and fish products, fruits and vegetables, any kinds of fakes.
14. It is not recommended to go for a walk in remote parts of Brazilian cities on your own. For these purposes, it would be better to hire a guide or book a group sightseeing tour.