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flag U.S. warns travelers to avoid Brazil’s Rio Carnival due to heightened crime and kidnapping risks.

flag The U.S. State Department has raised its travel advisory for Brazil to Level 2, warning of increased violent crime and kidnapping risks, especially during Rio’s Carnival in late February and early March. flag Travelers are urged to stay alert, avoid displaying wealth, decline food or drinks from strangers, and steer clear of bars, nightclubs, beaches, and border regions after dark. flag The surge in tourists during Brazil’s summer season heightens vulnerability to crime, prompting caution for American visitors.

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