in Rio, watching the Olympics. 
Wow, can you believe it’s been four years since we hosted the Olympics n London? Time flies yet we haven’t aged a day.
This year the Games of the XXXI Olympiad is from 5th-21st August in Rio de Janeiro and we are hoping to see our athletes bring home some gold.
If you are planning on watching the Olympics but don’t know where to start, this handbook takes you through all the events and gives some history and interesting facts on each sport.
How to Watch the Olympics: An Instant Initiation into Every Sport at Rio:2016 £9.99
If the backdrop of beaches and Samba soundtrack is giving you some serious wanderlust, we have chosen 5 guide books that you might want to consult if you are planning a trip to Rio:
Lonely Planet Rio de Janeiro £14.99
Ideal for planning, exploring, understanding and getting the most from Rio, this Lonely Planet guide tells you everything you need to know about the different neighbourhoods and contains some pretty informative maps.
Straying off the beaten track, this guide shows the more unique and unusual sites of Rio. Perfect if you have already been to Rio and seen the top sites already and would like to see another side of the city.
Wallpaper City Guide: Rio de Janeiro £6.95
With its sleek design that the Wallpaper guides are famous for, this pocket sized gem is perfect for those with an interest in urban life, art, design and architecture. This guide shows the more cosmopolitan side of the city.
The Hunt: Rio de Janeiro £7.99
This guide features only locally owned businesses that embody the spirit of Rio. Wonderful photography and beautifully illustrated maps make this guide a truly unique prompt.
Footprint Handbook: Rio de Janeiro & Minas Gerais £9.99
This guide offers great coverage of the state of Rio de Janeiro and the neighbouring land locked state of Minas Gerais. Great if you have a slightly longer stay in the area.