Are you planning a fundraising or alumni event in Rio de Janeiro in 2014? To help you get started finding the right venue, here are some hotels, conference centers, restaurants, and cafes that were used by US-based organizations for similar events in 2013.
(Please note: The resources listed here are for your reference only and in no way represent endorsements.)
Hotel Conference and Meeting Facilities
There are several major hotels with conference and meeting facilities located on Avenida Atlântica, overlooking Copacabana Beach (shown in the photo above). For instance:
Copacabana Palace
Avenida Atlântica, 1702
Hotel Rio Othon Palace
Avenida Atlântica, 3264
Porto Bay Rio Internacional
Avenida Atlântica, 1500
Convention Center
Riocentro
Av. Salvador Allende, 6555
Cafes, Bars, and Restaurants
Armazém do Café
Seven locations around the city, including one at Ataulfo de Paiva, 375 (in the Leblon neighborhood).
Stuzzi Bar
R. Dias Ferreira, 48
Restaurante Pomodorino
Avenida Epitácio Pessoa, 1104
For more restaurant, cafe, and bar ideas, keep an eye on the food and entertainment sections of The Rio Times. Time Out Brazil’s Rio section also may give you some leads. AngloInfo, a website global resources for expats, has a directory of Rio-based restaurants, cafes, and pubs — as well as a list of event planners based in the city.