We have been working with the Good Grammar Book for a while now and so far so good. We highly recommend it as a resource that covers a variety of issues students face whether they are beginners or advanced. We find it interesting to read (grammar interesting? maybe we are a bit nerdy) and well organized. If you find out your student is extremely advanced and has outgrown this book, we have other resources to help you with your lesson plans.
Rio Guide
BeyondtheMap. 28 aug.2012
The Rio Guide is one of the most comprehensive guides we have found for everything you would want to know about the city. This includes shows, museums, restaurants, places to stay, tourist info and has a nifty calendar for events taking place all over Rio.
Couch Surfing
BeyondtheMap. 28.aug.2012
You may already be very familiar with CouchSurfing. If you haven't lined up a placed to stay yet, why not try it out for your first few days? This is a really cool website that connects travelers trying to save money with couch owners wanting to help out and meet new people in the process. This is a great way to make some new friends here in Rio right off the bat.
The Good Grammar Book
BeyondtheMap.28.aug.2012
Find an Apartment
BeyondtheMap.28.aug.2012
The Easy Quarto site is good for finding your apartment here in Rio. Thankfully in this city, you don't always have to sign a contract for renting so once you get here, if you feel you want to find a different place, you will have the freedom to do that. If you are one of those people that needs to set up an apartment before you arrive, check out this site
The Cork Board
Know of some other cool resources?
Graphic Designer for your Teaching Business
BeyondtheMap. 26.oct.2012
As you get started with your business of teaching English, the moment may arise when you need a graphic designer. Dávila Pontes has been extremely helpful with some of Beyond the Map's design needs. If you need a friendly and talented person to help you out with business cards, websites, flyers etc., here is her contact info: (21) 8223-6863 / pontes.davila@gmail.com
Carioca Free Culture
26.oct.2012
Carioca Free Culture is an organization started by an American and her Brazilian husband who live in Vidigal. They give classes on Carioca slang, tours of Rocinha and Vidigal favelas as well as teach about Carioca culture. Don't miss the opportunity to get a locals perspective on community life. I recommend these guys over the other favela tours you might come across because they will answer your questions honestly.
Rocinha CrossFit
26.oct.2012
CrossFit is a a global fitness movement that avoids the artificial postures of mainstream gym culture to focus on natural movement that breaks a sweat and builds conditioning. If you already participate and are looking for a branch in Rio, or if you are just looking for a new way to get fit, try out this dynamic and intense work out philosophy. Contact Rogério at rogerio2bros@hotmail.com to get started.
Favela Architectour
26.oct.2012
Favela Architectour is committed to sustainable, conscientious tourism that brings positive changes to the Rocinha community. Led by Rocinha natives, you get a close up look at the community while respecting the residents' privacy and dignity. Rocinha is one of the largest favelas in Latin America and home to over 100,000 people, occupying a picturesque location in a valley over looking the São Conrado beach between the Two Brothers rock and the Rock of Gávea. Contact them today to set up your tour at: favelaarchitectour@hotmail.com.
Erek Porembski Adventure Excursions
1.dec.2012
An American expat settled in Rio, Erek Porembski can assist with all manner of excursions from Paragliding and Surf School to Bicycle tours and Ecotourism. He is intimately familiar with all major sites and attractions and can add historic perspective or interpret while accompanying your group, or simply arrange your self-guided excursions. erek.porembski@gmail.com +55 (21) 7955-1567 Skype: Erek.Porembski
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