Rio de Janeiro Reports

[Vagabundo1]

I did think about buying a shorty websuit shirt at decathlon when I went there with stargazer the other day. The water temperatures are such that it would make it more comfortable. I will probably try double rash guards for a next step though. I try to keep my cloths to a minimum so, theoretically, I could take off on an hours notice.

Great tips on what to bring, I will bring rash guards and other stuff with me, I would have forgotten those without reading your posts. I see some kitesurfing pictures near posto 1 in Barra da Tijuca. It makes me wonder if I should bring wetsuit

[Jimmy Boy 99]

Went to 156 Rio Branco about 4 PM. 6 of 8 girls at Dudas (3320) were busy, which surprised me as I thought that would be a slow time, so left. Also went to check out Lolas (3225) but it closed up shop. Went to Bel Prazer at 185 instead.

[ManchesterLad1]

Try a simple thread search and see if you can find the answer (you can).

Only saw one in the photo; which the guy says he's not 100 percent sure.

[Rio Bob]

Any intel on Copa Terapias.

Says they offer mutal massage and nuru, but wondering if that means full service?

http://copaterapias.com.br/therapists/

No full service, just a happy ending.

[WyattEarp]

I'm 12 weeks away from my first Rio trip. I'm going to use Airbnb. I like my options for places to stay in Ipanema better then Coco cabana but as a first timer I keep reading that it's better to stay in that area. Is that true?

As Xpartan noted, Arpoador the very small point joining Copacabana and Ipanema is a very good choice. Familiarize yourself with a map of Copacabana and Ipanema. You will see the East side of Ipanema is basically joined to the Southwest side of Copacabana. So don't overthink it. It's all right there. Walking back and forth during the day is no big deal. Going to one beach or the other is no big deal.

Some guys like staying down at the opposite end (Northeast) of Copacabana due to its proximity to Mabs and Dolce Vita. Since I do not recommend walking around at night and choose to take Ubers instead, there really isn't a reason for me to stay at that end of Copacabana.

[Xpartan]

Any intel on Copa Terapias.

Says they offer mutal massage and nuru, but wondering if that means full service?

http://copaterapias.com.br/therapists/

Try a simple thread search and see if you can find the answer (you can).

[ManchesterLad1]

Any intel on Copa Terapias.

Says they offer mutal massage and nuru, but wondering if that means full service?

http://copaterapias.com.br/therapists/

[Spidy]

I'm 12 weeks away from my first Rio trip. I'm going to use Airbnb. I like my options for places to stay in Ipanema better then Coco cabana but as a first timer I keep reading that it's better to stay in that area. Is that true?

Here's you asking the same question about 2-weeks ago:

Couple more questions for my first trip to Rio. Based on advice on here I've decided to stay in Cococabana but my best off staying close to the beach or is there a better area? . . .

Here's Xpartan answering your question:

I don't know if you're staying at a hotel or apartment, but don't stay 'close' to the beach. Stay across from the beach on Avenida Atlantica. Sure, 1-2 blocks from the beach don't sound like a big deal, but that puts you on Nossa Senhora, which is noisy, polluted, unpleasant and might be an unsafe walk down a side street late at night. Trust me, this one or two blocks (depending where in Copa you're staying) makes a hell of a difference even if staying on Atlantica costs you a few more shekels. The only exception is if you're staying in Arpoador. I love that small area between Copacabana and Ipanema, and there are some upscale apartments there with killer views.

Note: Mr Enternational, Rio Bob and Yossarian, also followed up w/r to questions about "What stuff bring to the beach?"

Was your question(s) not already asked and answered?

Copa or Ipanema, they are both or fine. There is no wrong or right answer. Book a few days Airbnb in Ipanema, if you don't like it then find something in Copa. If you like Ipanema, then extend your stay. And vise-a-versa, if you book in Copa.

[Bravo]

HI Bravo. Customer has to pay R50 to take a girl out? And R200 if I sit down at a table? I was there 3 years ago and didn't see that charge! Please confirm so I know before I go, Thanks.

PMR,

I am not sure what you want me to confirm. I just returned from a 2 month trip and they tried to hit me with the fee on Multiple occasions. Each and every time, I confronted them and they removed it from my bill. I think at the end, the girl was just trying to fuck me over because she was sick and tired of me always checking my bill.

[Papi Muy Rico]

I have a Love / Hate relationship with this spot. I love seeing the girls flow in and out all night long but I have how they always try to rip you off when it comes time to pay your bill! There are times when I am leaving the club alone and they will charge 50 R for a Despersa fee. When I asked a waitress what that meant, she said "Its the exit fee they charge when you take a female out of the club". I was all alone at the desk and they still tried to charge me a fee for taking a girl out.

In addition, if you purchase a bottle of alcohol and sit on the VIP couches, you do not have to pay the table fee of 200 R! The waiters try to add that to your bill in order to get a larger percentage when they get their cut of the bill.

HI Bravo. Customer has to pay R50 to take a girl out? And R200 if I sit down at a table? I was there 3 years ago and didn't see that charge! Please confirm so I know before I go, Thanks.

[TravelGuy79]

I'm 12 weeks away from my first Rio trip. I'm going to use Airbnb. I like my options for places to stay in Ipanema better then Coco cabana but as a first timer I keep reading that it's better to stay in that area. Is that true?

[Yossarian]

I would suggest socks with those sandals for serious hikes, like the transcarioca trail for waterfalls. You take the 409 Horto bus to the end of the line in zona sul / jardim botanico, and follow the signs to some awesome waterfalls, made for skinny dipping with your favorite girl, great for photographs and to cool off. And you are 30 minutes away from the beach for a post hike swim at barra posto 4. The only thing about hiking is some trails have vagabundos with rifles, so go with guides who know how to be safe. You can also swim with those sandals. They are straight up amphibian.

Thanks again for the golden advice you regularly give out. I am looking at coming there for about 3 weeks in November. One thing I would like to do that I have not done in my previous 2 trips to Rio de Janeiro is to do some of these wonderful hikes / treks about which I hear and read so much. Basically get myself out of Copa / Leme / Ipanema and see more of Rio de Janeiro. Seriously considering staying in Barra da Tijuca and maybe taking that executive bus to which you have made reference a few times here to get down to Centro or just Uber where I need to go.

[Vagabundo1]

Vagabundo's Daily Plan (MF).

The plan of The day is:

Meet at Metro Cinelandia Starbucks (google Rio metro map).

12 h30 - 15 h.

Recon centro prives, fuck. (see gparena.net).

15 h lunch zanetti;.

15 h30 social hotel atlantico tower 18th floor; rua inhuama 95 (the smartest mongers just stay here, due to convenience, and swap rooms with their friends at Transamerica).

17 h terma 116, fuck; rua the conceciao 116, the former secret terma.

18 h 4 x4, fuck, play Rihanna and felipe ret. Rua Buenos Aires 44 (wifi PW is buenos44).

Saturday, Sundays: 12 h30, meet at Metro Cinelandia Starbucks, take metro to Sao Cristovao, walk to massagemtijuca, on Saturday. On Sunday, walk to VM.

References to insert:

Website with bus schedule for Transamerica flat / Mediterraneo Condo.

[Bravo]

I have a Love / Hate relationship with this spot. I love seeing the girls flow in and out all night long but I have how they always try to rip you off when it comes time to pay your bill! There are times when I am leaving the club alone and they will charge 50 R for a Despersa fee. When I asked a waitress what that meant, she said "Its the exit fee they charge when you take a female out of the club". I was all alone at the desk and they still tried to charge me a fee for taking a girl out.

In addition, if you purchase a bottle of alcohol and sit on the VIP couches, you do not have to pay the table fee of 200 R! The waiters try to add that to your bill in order to get a larger percentage when they get their cut of the bill.

[Jimmy Boy 99]

Went to Lapa about 9 PM Saturday night. Passed by Up House. Tout tried to get me in, said no admission, only consumption. Rates are 20 minutes 100 real, 30 minutes 150 real, and 60 minutes 250 real. Asked how many girls were working. He said 20. I told him last time I went in there were only 3. He seemed surprised and asked what day. Told him it was last week on a Tuesday, to which he said it is slow that day. Confirmed with him that there wasn't any minimum consumption, so went in, with him following me. Place was dark and dead, maybe 4 customers and 6 girls in the place, one of which might have been doable. I asked him where were the other 13 girls and he said upstairs in sessions. Since that was obviously not true, walked out of the place.

If you're in the area, there is little harm in checking it out since there should be no cost to look but don't make a special trip to go there.