Brazil embraces accessible tourism ahead of the Paralympic Games
With the Rio Paralympics Games, accessible tourism is once again put in the spotlight. It…
Tourism
Survey shows Olympic tourists intend to return to Brazil
According to a survey conducted by Brazil’s Ministry of Tourism, 87.7% of foreign visitors to…
Ronaldinho presents music to inspire the athletes at the Rio 2016 Paralympics
The song “Eu sou do mundo, um vencedor” (I belong to the world, a winner),…
Rio 2016 – Meet Team Great Britain, one of the favourites for success at the Paralympics
With a delegation made up of 257 athletes, including a number of previous Olympic champions,…
Rio 2016 – Ever heard of Wheelchair Rugby?
Wheelchair Rugby has been an exciting part of the Paralympics since the Sydney 2000 Games.…
Rio 2016: Learn more about the Paralympics Road Cycling
With its astounding feats of endurance, Paralympic Road Cycling has been a part of the…
Rio 2016 – Wheelchair fencing
Wheelchair Fencing has been a part of the Paralympic Games since Rome 1960. With more…
Rio 2016 – Equestrianism at the Paralympic Games
With a few differences from conventional Equestrian eventing, Paralympic Equestrianism is one of the Games’…
Rio 2016 – Ever heard of Sitting Volleyball?
First seen in Holland in 1956, Sitting Volleyball came about thanks to a combination of…
Rio 2016 – Prince Harry makes a donation to the Paralympics
The Rio Paralympics now has the support of the most prestigious sponsor they could have…
Rio 2016 – Find out more about Paralympic Boccia
A popular feature of the Paralympics, Boccia was introduced to the format in 1984. The…
Rio 2016 – Paralympic Swimming
One of the most keenly anticipated sports at the Paralympics is the Swimming. A mainstay…
Rio 2016 – Ever heard of Goalball?
Goalball has been one of the highlights of the Paralympic Games since 1976. The sport…
Rio 2016 – Olympic Boulevard attractions remain open during the Paralympics
One of Rio’s most popular spots during the Olympics, the Olympic Boulevard – a revitalized…
Rio 2016 – Houses of Nations set to remain open during the Paralympics
A huge hit during the Olympics, with cultural and gastronomic attractions, the Houses of Nations…