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Eight Ways to Not Enjoy Rio During the Olympics

By Stephen Kurczy

It’s easy to be constantly frustrated in Rio de Janeiro. Just follow these steps.

An amazing city, Rio de Janeiro can also be exasperating if you’re not prepared. The 500,000 foreigners visiting this month for the Summer Olympics will soon discover the challenges of life in the self-proclaimed cidade maravilhosa, from its world famous congestion to its quirky social norms.

Here are eight ways for visitors to not enjoy their time in Rio, and some advice for those hoping for otherwise.

1. Wait for waiters to serve you

Those accustomed to prompt restaurant service and complimentary water will likely be left wanting in...

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