razil, especially Rio, has gotten a lot of bad press due to street crime (including pickpocketing and purse snatching). Just take some simple precautions.
Here are a few things to remember:
¥ Never wear jewellery;
¥ÊLeave passports at the hotel;
¥ÊNever carry a lot of cash;
¥ÊAvoid certain areas (check with your hotel), and;
¥ÊIn the evening take taxis to your destinations.