Rio de Janeiro Reports

[One Eyed Man]

There is a Brazilian Portuguese textbook, Portugûes Básico Para Estrangeiros, that you can buy or find online if you're more academically minded. I used it in a class I took at the local college. It also has CDs. I'm also using Duolingo, which is free, to brush up on my vocabulary and grammar.

Say, can anyone recommend a fun Brazilian TV show to watch, something like Friends?

I wish that the Porta Dos Fundos videos came with Portuguese subtitles, so that I could catch the slang.

I could not agree more!

I checked out a Brazilian language CDS from my library before I made my first trip, and just listened to them and practiced.

If you sit at your house and social isolate and play video games all day, you can do that much.

Now I've been here in Brazil 27 times as much as 10 months at a time.

I still want to learn better Portuguese! I will probably take a class. The bubba boy guide mentions some choices, like at PUC-Rio. BR.

I think I will start reading some books, like FIM by Torres, or the Porto language version of the subtle art of not giving a fuck.

I've been out at least one of the mongers here who thinks that learning Porto is not required for their travel to Brazil, and it sucks being out with such lame people, whom I've dropped.

[Forgotten68]

Just remember that Spanish is spoken in all of those countries due to Spain's "colonial attitude". Learn Spanish or else I'll kill you! And give me all your gold while you're at it will you?

Kind of funny but that's actually true about all the English speaking countries outside Europe as well they also had a colonial Attitude as you put it.

[TrueBlue666]

Thanks for the report.

Did you not liked Rio? If not, what are the general things that you did not liked?

Oh, it's definitely just a personal taste thing. I just didn't feel the attachment I did to say Bangkok. Communication barriers are a little more pronounced in Rio, even in touristy areas, than say Bangkok as well, where really any venue that wants to do business with foreigners can speak at least the very basics. Rio, while being gorgeous, is also not as safe as I'd like, which prevented me from being willing to really explore on my own. I shouldn't have to feel like I have to "blend" to feel safer. Brazilian girls are often gorgeous, but apparently they did not cure my yellow fever. It also doesn't help that they all seem to be on their own understanding of time and it can be hell trying to land one that matches pictures, even after having them confirm with video over whatsapp (they are some godsdamned photoshop/video alteration wizards). Lastly, I just missed Bangkok's restaurants; Rio's food isn't bad, and the steak is pretty good, but it can't compare to the selection of a larger city that has damn near everything. Yeah, it was cheap, but that's not really unique when you take other popular mongering locales into consideration.

Like I said, none of this is an outright condemnation of Rio, I just wasn't thrilled enough to come back anytime soon. I didn't dislike this trip. I will be trying Europe next due to some recommendations from others, but I fully expect to return to Bangkok at some point, having had many many successful trips there. Still, it's a matter of personal taste, so don't let my words dissuade you from visiting, unless for some odd reason you're just like me.

And again, pay no mind to people saying learn the language blah blah, if you're only coming for a short trip and perhaps never again. No one really cares if you don't speak the language. It presents obvious barriers, but translators have come a long way, especially now that you can just talk into the things without ever typing a word. Generally if you're polite and understanding, people will reciprocate, translator or no.

[BMo814]

I could not agree more!

I checked out a Brazilian language CDS from my library before I made my first trip, and just listened to them and practiced.

If you sit at your house and social isolate and play video games all day, you can do that much.

Now I've been here in Brazil 27 times as much as 10 months at a time.

I still want to learn better Portuguese! I will probably take a class. The bubba boy guide mentions some choices, like at PUC-Rio. BR.

I think I will start reading some books, like FIM by Torres, or the Porto language version of the subtle art of not giving a fuck.

I've been out at least one of the mongers here who thinks that learning Porto is not required for their travel to Brazil, and it sucks being out with such lame people, whom I've dropped.

And listen to Carioca Funk! That's taught me a lot LOL. The first GP I had thought it was so cool I knew a popular song now called Oh Juliana and it was extra cool because her real name is Juliana.

[BMo814]

I'm planning a trip to this region with some friends for next year. This will be my first time traveling to Rio. Does any one have any tips for beginners. General information and information based in personal experiences. If there is a large in the thread with answers you can refer me there as well.

Imma say it before Exec Talent tells you because I'll say it nicer. Read the forum as much as you can then we will be happy more so they will (because I'm new like you but boots on the ground) will help with any specifics that you still don't feel comfortable with.

[Mcd2293]

ISG TrueBlue didn't even realize that his GDP choice was a Transvestite -- albeit a very passable Trans.

In the event, ISG TrueBlue was saved by my girl, ex-4 x4 Fanny, pointing out that his "girl" was a boy with a tit job and a wig. For her vigilance, I tipped her 100 reais, as did ISG TrueBlue. To be fair, it's not his fault, rather the fault of Mab's for not screening the "girls" well enough.

What a gentleman and a scholar.

I hope I never, ever, ever run into this situation. In the worst case scenario, if I ever for some drunk, odd reason fall into this predicament, I hope one of the gents in this forum are brave enough to save me.

[BMo814]

This seems to be the second comment in a few weeks about the tardiness of Brazilian working girls. I think many of the guys here are so used to the tardiness they only mention it in passing. If you like things on tight schedules, Brazilian working girls will drive you bonkers. I suspect that's one of the reasons many guys here don't like calling and scheduling girls. They prefer termas and prives in Rio. Boates and clinicas in SP. The girls are right on front of you.

As far as internet photos, it's really hit or miss. Sometimes a wide miss. Most of us read reviews / recommendations here and in the local language board to try to differentiate.

I been fortunate, the 3 I've had come to me 2 of them were late but like by 40 minutes maybe less, nothing extreme but I charge it to beginners luck.

[BMo814]

Just remember that Spanish is spoken in all of those countries due to Spain's "colonial attitude". Learn Spanish or else I'll kill you! And give me all your gold while you're at it will you?

LOL right as always my guy but they were wrong too LOL.

[WyattEarp]

For escorts, I would lean heavily on Barra VIPs or Rio VIPs. Pictures were generally more accurate than using say photoacompanhantes. Still, a lot an extra two hours for your appointment as your girl will almost definitely be late. They suck at time management. Also, you will often be talking / whatsapping / whatever with an agent, rather than the girl herself, and the agent will claim to be said girl. This can often account for a girl being confused / unaware when you request a particular service that she's not comfortable with despite you "confirming" that she was. Photoacompanhantes does have some real postings, so it's still worth checking now and then. Just keep in mind that things that seem too good to be true often are. I had 4 successful if severely late appointments through Barra / Rio VIPs and a couple with PA. Just keep in mind you will be paying more for Barra VIPs / Rio VIPs. A lot of them stay over in Barra, but a good chunk of them stay in around Copacabana, and you can narrow down your search with the filter options. I recommend picking closer ones when possible to help mitigate how insanely late they often are.

This seems to be the second comment in a few weeks about the tardiness of Brazilian working girls. I think many of the guys here are so used to the tardiness they only mention it in passing. If you like things on tight schedules, Brazilian working girls will drive you bonkers. I suspect that's one of the reasons many guys here don't like calling and scheduling girls. They prefer termas and prives in Rio. Boates and clinicas in SP. The girls are right on front of you.

As far as internet photos, it's really hit or miss. Sometimes a wide miss. Most of us read reviews / recommendations here and in the local language board to try to differentiate.

[PussyRiot]

This will probably be my first and last trip to Rio as I want to hit Europe next, but I don't regret coming.

Thanks for the report.

Did you not liked Rio? If not, what are the general things that you did not liked?

[YaySteez]

I'm planning a trip to this region with some friends for next year. This will be my first time traveling to Rio. Does any one have any tips for beginners. General information and information based in personal experiences. If there is a large in the thread with answers you can refer me there as well.

[The Cane]

I wouldn't say that, Spanish after all is spoken in 21 nations around the world some of them the biggest with the most beautiful women so that def a good one to be armed with. And to be honest don't have much interest in Europe or Asia. I like what I like. But like I said I would never land anywhere in the world and say gosh I was surprised most people don't speak English. Why the fuck would they if they don't work in business or hospitality. But maybe I'm crazy.

Just remember that Spanish is spoken in all of those countries due to Spain's "colonial attitude". Learn Spanish or else I'll kill you! And give me all your gold while you're at it will you?

[Vagabundo1]

I could not agree more!

I checked out a Brazilian language CDS from my library before I made my first trip, and just listened to them and practiced.

If you sit at your house and social isolate and play video games all day, you can do that much.

Now I've been here in Brazil 27 times as much as 10 months at a time.

I still want to learn better Portuguese! I will probably take a class. The bubba boy guide mentions some choices, like at PUC-Rio. BR.

I think I will start reading some books, like FIM by Torres, or the Porto language version of the subtle art of not giving a fuck.

I've been out at least one of the mongers here who thinks that learning Porto is not required for their travel to Brazil, and it sucks being out with such lame people, whom I've dropped.

They probably say the same thing this dude came here and can't speak basic Portuguese LOL. That's that colonist attitude I can't get with I'm sorry. Before I started traveling I learned Spanish, I been trying Portuguese but it's tough BUT I'm trying they getting the jist and they tell me I speak well which is encouraging to learn more and speak better. This ain't the Philippines, these are strong minded, proud people and if you can't communicate how they see it is that's your problem.

[Vagabundo1]

9. Is a taser / electroshock device.

11. Rehearse common self defense scenarios preferably with a local Brazilian martial arts academy, maybe with your best girlfriend.

A) Here's a scenario: she goes into the kitchen after you have a fight about money. She is going for what reason?

B) You start to fight with a girl. Maybe you want to fuck, and she refuses, and you want her to leave. Things start to get heated. The best thing to do is: A) start filming on your smart phone, including maybe putting the phone in a tripod as you say, I want you to leave ("Quiero vc emborra. " B) empty your pockets of all your money including the $5000 reais at her demand; C) call the cops. Why?

12. As suggested by another monger, only carry money and items that you could lose, eg, I went to VM tonight with 200 reais at most, distributed in 3 wallets. I also agree carrying a burner phone is best, but I need to follow this good advice too. (thanks for those good tips).

Vagabundo1,

You gave us elements #1-8 and #10. What was #9?

OEM.

[Vagabundo1]

I agree with the comment of BMo814.

TrueBlue's attitude is arrogant, and not my taste in how to enjoy Brazil.

I sat across the table from ISG TrueBlue at Mabs on Friday and watched him converse with a GDP by this method of passing a cell phone back and forth, agreeing to a program, and ISG TrueBlue didn't even realize that his GDP choice was a Transvestite -- albeit a very passable Trans. There is a lot more to communication that comes from just a computer in your hand.

In the event, ISG TrueBlue was saved by my girl, ex-4 x4 Fanny, pointing out that his "girl" was a boy with a tit job and a wig. For her vigilance, I tipped her 100 reais, as did ISG TrueBlue. To be fair, it's not his fault, rather the fault of Mab's for not screening the "girls" well enough.

On Sunday, I did a pussy patrol with ISG Chris H and his friend to VM.

We went to the OP across from Mosaico.

We walked through VM.

We went back to the OP and planned.

We did not want to pay up for Mosaico's higher prices, since there was not much selection due to the rain.

So we had a few burgers and beers.

Then we went back into VM and marked targets, and blew our loads.

I picked a negra who said she would do BBFS for $100. I tipped her $20 (so she could get credits on her phone, so she could contact me on Facebook and pass me her whatsapp number for sessions at my apartment). She was a 5, but had a nice BBFS pussy, and I blew a load on her shoulder like a gentleman, smoked a little, and then had a beer and linked up with my wingmen Chris H and his buddy. We got the number of "bruna" a hot 21 YO morena falsa magra, for the cost of a beer (8 reais for a Brahma).

Then a high priority target of mine -- a Mulata 19 year old with no kids -- came bouncing across the road to give me a hug, and say when we going to do pernoite. I scheduled with her for Monday at 17 h (double booking since Skin Kira Noir Diamond is supposed to meet me at 16 h for another pernoite) . So life is good.

Monger on fellas.

I wasn't referring to their inability to speak more of you arrogance, in the statement you can believe many don't speak English. First off in most cases people who speak several languages have education, in most cases and obviously thats something not everyone in Brazil gets a crack at . Secondly I haven't been to Rio( touchdown Wednesday from SP)but when you get to SP you wont hear many speaking English I don't know if most here do or don't but doesn't appear to have hindered their ability to make money. I see cars and fly clothes and hoes like I'm back in San Fransisco.The only people I have heard speaking English is the front desk people and couple Americans I spoke too and a young Asian dude from Belgium .It just sits kinda weird with me when people make those statements. Ask any long time member they will say learn some Portuguese. I believe you said will be here a month so you have time. I don't speak good Portuguese but I have gotten pats on the back for what I do know and I know they appreciate the effort. Yes I will whip out the phone when necessary but 1) I don't like pulling out my phone a lot (streets are watching) Secondly it's a more organic experience speaking the local language. I understand not all of us dig culture most are here just to use the people up and go home but not me, I like to connect with the people on some level not carry the attitude bend to my will because I have a pocket full of dollars. I ain't hating my guy just saying.