Rio de Janeiro Reports

[Dcrist0527]

CPF is required to purchase a SIM and activate a SIM card at any store. I bought mine off the the streets of Copacabana, on Avenida Nossa Senhora de Copacabana and it worked fine. It was by those little roadside stalls that sells magazines and groceries.

This might be a dumb question. But does anyone use the Latin America plan with AT&T? I've never been to Brazil but it's worked perfectly for me in Colombia, DR, and Mexico. Just wondering if I'm being too optimistic. It lists Brazil as full coverage.

I think it adds $10 or $15 to your bill each month. But if you travel frequently like I do, it's a great deal.

[Tribute15]

CPF is required to purchase a SIM and activate a SIM card at any store. I bought mine off the the streets of Copacabana, on Avenida Nossa Senhora de Copacabana and it worked fine. It was by those little roadside stalls that sells magazines and groceries.

1) atms shouldn't be an issue, except for the rates, I'm assuming you're from US, so you can decline ATM bank rate.

2) it only took a couple days to register CPF for free. Otherwise, you're asking to waste time with local SIMs (and there's no guarantee local SIMs work that quickly, I had to return another time to set up). Another option that works well is eSim by airalo, not cheap but is easy (I turn on low data mode and it lasts).

3) one other thought is that for me, 2/3 credit cards didn't work with Brazil wireless terminals. Funny enough, 1 of the cards (that didn't work at stores, etc) worked for Uber no problem. And similar to others, there was "no issue" with my bank when I called them.

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[Xpartan]

1) atms shouldn't be an issue, except for the rates, I'm assuming you're from US, so you can decline ATM bank rate.

2) it only took a couple days to register CPF for free. Otherwise, you're asking to waste time with local SIMs (and there's no guarantee local SIMs work that quickly, I had to return another time to set up). Another option that works well is eSim by airalo, not cheap but is easy (I turn on low data mode and it lasts).

3) one other thought is that for me, 2/3 credit cards didn't work with Brazil wireless terminals. Funny enough, 1 of the cards (that didn't work at stores, etc) worked for Uber no problem. And similar to others, there was "no issue" with my bank when I called them.

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1. Unfortunately, just having SPF is not enough. I tried using it two years in the row in two different malls, and every time they 'rerouted' me to use a time-consuming estrangeiro path: buy a SIM card, make an appointment in the store with your passport, a clueless agent calling for a supervisor, and a phone line with an English-speaking agent (I used TIM because VIVO didn't provide service to foreigners at all). Still, to me all was done in one day but took about 2 hours all in all.

I'm also thinking about getting an eSim service but, unlike Europe, the backwater country of Brazil doesn't have any prepaid eSIM voice plans, only data. Still, if it works with Zap, that should be enough, I think. And yes, it costs too much, although three.com/ hd is slightly cheaper than Airalo.

3. Did these terminals ask for the pin number? I always take a Barclays card with me that allows you to preset a pin number for these occasions. Never had to use it in Brazil though, only in Europe.

[StripperMan]

1) will try both CapOne credit & debit cards, and see which gives me better net rate.

2) any Vivo or cell store can get me a CPF in a couple days? If non-CPF sims are unreliable why take the time.

3) Uber app at airport gets weird. Unless you request higher grade Uber Comfort LOL.

[Foolish]

1) find Bradesco ATM?
2) buy Sim card from Vivo because they don't require CPF# at airport?
3) get an Uber fro airport but be ready for uber online issues?

1) atms shouldn't be an issue, except for the rates, I'm assuming you're from US, so you can decline ATM bank rate.

2) it only took a couple days to register CPF for free. Otherwise, you're asking to waste time with local SIMs (and there's no guarantee local SIMs work that quickly, I had to return another time to set up). Another option that works well is eSim by airalo, not cheap but is easy (I turn on low data mode and it lasts).

3) one other thought is that for me, 2/3 credit cards didn't work with Brazil wireless terminals. Funny enough, 1 of the cards (that didn't work at stores, etc) worked for Uber no problem. And similar to others, there was "no issue" with my bank when I called them.

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[FlappyGilmore0]

So I land at GIG this Wednesday morning. After I clear immigration, I get cash, sim card, and taxi by doing this: (1.) find Bradesco ATM then use Capital One 360 Debit, or Capital One credit card cash advance?

2) buy Sim card from Vivo because they don't require CPF# at airport?

3) get an Uber fro airport but be ready for uber online issues?

I hope my research is accurate. Thanks for your help.

1. Use your debit card as normal, no need for a cash advance on your credit card unless you lost your debit card or something like that.

2. My understanding is that a CPF is needed to activate no matter what.

3. If you have internet there should be no Uber issues. Can't speak for anyone else but I've never experienced connectivity issues with Uber besides drivers cancelling until I choose Ubur Comfort.

Touch down on Monday and will try getting a SIM for the first time if the eSIM option doesn't work.

[Xpartan]

What's you plan for visiting Brazil after Oct 1st? Get a visa and continue like before or go to a different country, like Colombia?

Well, I started visiting Brazil in 2001. It's $160 for 10 years. Mine expires in 2026.

It sucks to have to go to a consulate or send your most important documents by mail. However, provided that online Visa will be available as they promise, that'll be much less of an issue.

So I land at GIG this Wednesday morning. After I clear immigration, I get cash, sim card, and taxi by doing this: (1.) find Bradesco ATM then use Capital One 360 Debit, or Capital One credit card cash advance?

2) buy Sim card from Vivo because they don't require CPF# at airport?

3) get an Uber fro airport but be ready for uber online issues?

I hope my research is accurate. Thanks for your help.

1. I don't know about Cap One cards, but using airport ATMs is a costly pleasure. I use Schwab that reimburses ATM fees completely around the world, but still avoid airports if I can.

2. AFAIK, you can't buy a SIM card at GIG, but I'd be happy to be proven wrong.

3. I sometimes do have issues connecting to free WiFi at GIG, so I intend to travel with an international E-Sim card from now on. Costs less than $10 and perfect for emergencies.

4. Should you not be able to connect, you can catch a cab on the departure level for a little less.

[TjBrazil]

So I land at GIG this Wednesday morning. After I clear immigration, I get cash, sim card, and taxi by doing this: (1.) find Bradesco ATM then use Capital One 360 Debit, or Capital One credit card cash advance?

2) buy Sim card from Vivo because they don't require CPF# at airport?

3) get an Uber fro airport but be ready for uber online issues?

I hope my research is accurate. Thanks for your help.

Uber stops working for some reason after I use it the first time from the airport. I've called my bank before leaving to tell them I'm going to Brazil. It's not a bank issue but a Uber issue. I emailed customer service to tell them it doesn't work in Brazil and they are useless. Hopefully it's fixed by next trip.

[StripperMan]

So I land at GIG this Wednesday morning. After I clear immigration, I get cash, sim card, and taxi by doing this: (1.) find Bradesco ATM then use Capital One 360 Debit, or Capital One credit card cash advance?

2) buy Sim card from Vivo because they don't require CPF# at airport?

3) get an Uber fro airport but be ready for uber online issues?

I hope my research is accurate. Thanks for your help.

[DonMoscow]

What's you plan for visiting Brazil after Oct 1st? Get a visa and continue like before or go to a different country, like Colombia?

[Vagabundo1]

I am at 4 x4 now.

Talent is super.

5 or more porn star girls.

I am targeting a certain nordestina named lyza for pernoite and my pitch is 500 reais pernoite a few times a week plus food is a good bond like investment in me.

Normally, these hoars will ask 500 a hour.

Plus, I know she can't take big dicks, in which case my advantage is I have a medium eurasian dick, which won't hurt her tight little pussy, but my plan is to turn her into a porn star with my friend who will turn her into a well stretched internet star.

I might even take her to miami, but we shall see.

I also plan to start a line of porn videos based on my live sex shows of old eurasian men with 18 year old black and morena girls in Brazil.

Now that is an original idea!

My very first session in 4 x4 (and in Brazil) was what was (is?) known as the Rio Tourist Fuck. My fault for not reading Bwana Dik's guide thoroughly and shooting my mouth off in the 'interview'. In my defense, I was young, stupid and drunk. I even went and emptied by pockets in Barbarella in my first trip.

I have followed that advice in the erstwhile Balcony, casas and the rest of the Termas and it has helped immensely.

You cannot find that easily on Google anymore though. Quoting from my old saved copy:

"(these rules apply more generally when interacting with the working.

Girls, or garotas de programa): Repeat after methis is not your first trip to Rio, you.

Will be in Rio for several weeks, and you won't be leaving for at least another week.

None of this may be true, but these are the correct answers to the invariable.

Questions you will receive from the girls. "Is this your first time in Rio?" "How long.

Will you be in Rio?" "When are you leaving?" You may think these questions are just.

An effort on the girl's part to make polite conversation, and in a sense they are, but.

The girls are also sizing you up. Neophytes will be seen as someone who can.

Potentially be taken advantage of. Newbies don't know the ropes and may be.

Underserved and worked for expensive drinks. The person who is staying only a few.

Days may receive less attention and poorer service because it's unlikely he'll be a.

Steady customer. Similarly, the guy who says "I'm leaving tomorrow and won't be.

Back for a year" is begging for an unenthusiastic quickie from the girl (known by.

Veterans as the RTF, or "Rio Tourist Fuck" If, on the other hand, you tell the girl.

You've been in Brasil several times and will be around for awhile, she's more likely to.

Give her best effort in order to assure customer loyalty and repeat business (yes.

From her perspective it is about business; more on this later). Only after you've been.

Around a while and know specific girls pretty well should you answer these questions.

Truthfully. ".

[Erectus Indicus]

My very first session in 4 x4 (and in Brazil) was what was (is?) known as the Rio Tourist Fuck. My fault for not reading Bwana Dik's guide thoroughly and shooting my mouth off in the 'interview'. In my defense, I was young, stupid and drunk. I even went and emptied by pockets in Barbarella in my first trip.

I have followed that advice in the erstwhile Balcony, casas and the rest of the Termas and it has helped immensely.

You cannot find that easily on Google anymore though. Quoting from my old saved copy:

"(these rules apply more generally when interacting with the working.

Girls, or garotas de programa): Repeat after me—this is not your first trip to Rio, you.

Will be in Rio for several weeks, and you won't be leaving for at least another week.

None of this may be true, but these are the correct answers to the invariable.

Questions you will receive from the girls. "Is this your first time in Rio?" "How long.

Will you be in Rio?" "When are you leaving?" You may think these questions are just.

An effort on the girl's part to make polite conversation, and in a sense they are, but.

The girls are also sizing you up. Neophytes will be seen as someone who can.

Potentially be taken advantage of. Newbies don't know the ropes and may be.

Underserved and worked for expensive drinks. The person who is staying only a few.

Days may receive less attention and poorer service because it's unlikely he'll be a.

Steady customer. Similarly, the guy who says "I'm leaving tomorrow and won't be.

Back for a year" is begging for an unenthusiastic quickie from the girl (known by.

Veterans as the RTF, or "Rio Tourist Fuck" If, on the other hand, you tell the girl.

You've been in Brasil several times and will be around for awhile, she's more likely to.

Give her best effort in order to assure customer loyalty and repeat business (yes.

From her perspective it is about business; more on this later). Only after you've been.

Around a while and know specific girls pretty well should you answer these questions.

Truthfully. ".

I often read this on here and I do not know why. Saying you are going to be there an extended period of time would only lead a person to believe there is an extended period of time to get to know each other and figure it out. I always tell a chick that I am leaving earlier than I am. A chick knows when she meets you if she likes you. If we are going to do anything then we better do it now because tomorrow is not promised is what I say. 3 months so take it slow or time is of the essence?

[Nounce]

Much appreciated. Yeah, I'm very interested in the comparison to Colombianas. ....

Brasileiras don't hold back with kissing on average. There are things that Colombianas won't do by default, Brasileiras are the opposite percentagewise roughly regardless venues. Colombianas have their own strength in different areas.

[DonMoscow]

I was in Rio two years ago and had great encounters at this prive. I thought I had it saved on my phone but I really can't find it. I think it's in Rio Branco 185. It used to open very early in the morning, at 8 am. All the girls were wearing white uniforms. The place was small, rooms were basically plywood boxes. I have Zen Studio and Bel Prazer saved, but I am really unsure if these are the right places. Has any one you been in these two places and can confirm if I have the right prive? I think only might be Zen, but not sure.

[CatBert55]

The theory is that she will try harder to please you if there is a possibility of a longer relationship, meaning a chance for a guaranteed payday.

The reality is, however, GDPs aren't business-minded at all. Quite the opposite, the longer she knows you -- the better chance she becomes too comfortable (lazy). That's been my experience more often than not and, from what I've read here, many other mongers' as well.

IME, there's a happy medium of saying you'll be in town for a few more days. If they think you're leaving tomorrow sometimes the effort isn't there.