Cruise Port Spotlight: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

The word "Rio" instantly evokes exotic panoramas of mountains, bays, sexy beaches, samba music, joy and laughter -- not to mention a certain "girl from Ipanema." A popular stop on voyages to South America and World Cruise itineraries originating in South Florida ports, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, often figures on travelers wish lists for the trip of a lifetime.

By Georgina Cruz