My wife and I are going to be spending our honeymoon in Brazil, and we want to do at least a little exploring away from our beach resort. Should I rent a car?
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Brazil is a beautiful destination for honeymoons, and you and your wife are sure to have a wonderful time. Brazil is very well-connected via the local and long-distance bus systems, so you do not need to rent a car in Brazil. In fact, buses are the main mode of transportation for most Brazilians.
You will have the option to rent a car in Brazil if driving is just really your thing but be prepared for some serious trials of your driving skills. Here are a few things to keep in mind if you choose to rent a car in Brazil:
Signs will be in Portuguese
Right turns on red are illegal
They have zero tolerance for drinking and driving—if you have any alcohol in your system when you’re behind the wheel, you’re headed to jail.
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