Rio de Janeiro Reports

Everytime there is a downturn in business, business owners in Brazil do have a tendence (Not all but most) to raise prices instead of lowering them. This mainly happens when they provide a premium product or service. I personally haven't been to Lluomos for years, now I put them on equal intelligence level with the stupid f*ck (s) who manages or owns Centaurus. They are obviously gearing up for the saps that plan to visit during the World Cup and Olympics. Rumor has it that Centaurus will be charging upwards of BR600+ by then (I've heard that they are past BR500 already, I can't confirm, though. Any volunteers?). There are plenty of other establishments where your reals have a lot more value.

[QUOTE=Upgrade; 1216310]R90 entrance (waived if one arrives before 5 and does a program, and discounted if one arrives before 7. Forget by how much though)

R310 40-minute program.

That's right, R400 base. I also don't recall the 1-hour price. I'm going to stick to CNT at this rate.[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Voyajer1;1216773]Everytime there is a downturn in business, business owners in Brazil do have a tendence (Not all but most) to raise prices instead of lowering them. This mainly happens when they provide a premium product or service. I personally haven't been to Lluomos for years, now I put them on equal intelligence level with the stupid f*ck (s) who manages or owns Centaurus. They are obviously gearing up for the saps that plan to visit during the World Cup and Olympics. Rumor has it that Centaurus will be charging upwards of BR600+ by then (I've heard that they are past BR500 already, I can't confirm, though. Any volunteers?). There are plenty of other establishments where your reals have a lot more value.[/QUOTE]Luomo has been supported by gringo customers for a while. These days I see more Brasilians at MC but that may change with summer. Luomos price had been pretty reasonable for zona sul so I will have to go get the scoop on the new price. T65 in centro has been r400 all-in for an hour since I got here in 2010.

The best pricing remains at the privates or other Termas like 44 or 502. Quality has been high at 44 of late. Privates cab be hit or miss. And they may not let you in.

Anyone coming to Brasil now should be aware of higher prices for everything. Base Price at porção for dinner was r92 and you will easily hit r150 with drinks and dessert.

This is no longer the mongering or vacation paradise it was 2000-2008

[QUOTE=Sperto; 1215714]The only GP hangout worth mentioning in Copa is Balcony, which has a wide selection of ugly girls and expensive beer.

Saúde![/QUOTE]The selection is actually pretty good although they have more miles than my truck.

Balcony is for guys that want a quick transaction and know how to manage gdps.

[QUOTE=Alex Deuce;1216881]Balcony is for guys that want a quick transaction and know how to manage gdps.[/QUOTE]
... and for wizards who knows how to turn a fugly into a beauty.

[QUOTE=Upgrade; 1216310]R90 entrance (waived if one arrives before 5 and does a program, and discounted if one arrives before 7. Forget by how much though)

R310 40-minute program.

That's right, R400 base. I also don't recall the 1-hour price. I'm going to stick to CNT at this rate.[/QUOTE]Are these prices that you know from personal experience or is this what you heard?

[QUOTE=Eric Cartman; 1215972]Anyone coming to Copa expecting the plentiful, easy supply of GDPs of years gone by is in for a rude awakening.

Things have changed a lot here, driven by the economy and the strength of the Real.

If your impressions of Rio were shaped a few years ago, you may want to rethink your holiday destination.[/QUOTE]That's good to know. Glad I'm not affected by any of that.

[QUOTE=Voyajer1;1216773]Everytime there is a downturn in business, business owners in Brazil do have a tendence (Not all but most) to raise prices instead of lowering them. This mainly happens when they provide a premium product or service. I personally haven't been to Lluomos for years, now I put them on equal intelligence level with the stupid f*ck (s) who manages or owns Centaurus. They are obviously gearing up for the saps that plan to visit during the World Cup and Olympics. Rumor has it that Centaurus will be charging upwards of BR600+ by then (I've heard that they are past BR500 already, I can't confirm, though. Any volunteers?). There are plenty of other establishments where your reals have a lot more value.[/QUOTE]I am not sure Centaurus is all that bad I was going to pass up this place bc of reviews about the entrance but last month the entrance was R$120/$70 and the grumpy old lady at reception collects this on the spot. Once past her though the girls in the front swarm you, and you become the prey, I was even undressed and robed up by 3 girls as they explained the system then gave me the tour. The place was packed on a Friday night I am sure over 80 girls easily. Based on my understanding it was like R$320 for 45 mins with 1 girl or R$380 for 45 mins with 2 girls. So approximately $210. This too is paid after you have selected girl (s). At the end you show your bracelet to pay for drink tab.

I have to say I had a great experience with the girl (Dani) she actually started with CBJ but I understood that is standard practice there but gave an awesome session. Interesting story she told me she did the Fast 5 Cast (Ludacris, Tyrese, Vin, Rock) who frequented the establishment on multiple occasions.

All in all Centaurus supplanted Luomo for my second best Copa Terma, MC being my favorite.

[QUOTE=Sperto;1216882]. and for wizards who knows how to turn a fugly into a beauty.[/QUOTE]You can find some good looking ones there from time to time. You just have to patient and very selective.

[QUOTE=Baggio67;1216942]You can find some good looking ones there from time to time. You just have to patient and very selective.[/QUOTE]Yes, there are some doable girls as well. Many of the girls even accepts R$80-100.

IMO it's just a waste of time visiting Balcony. Rio has som much else to offer outside Copa. Balcony is a very sad place. Inside in the dark you have the old pro's that had their golden days back when the money was called cruzeiros. In the front of the bar you have the vultures waiting desperately for clients. Most of the regular gringos visiting Balcony just sit at their tables looking bored, sipping their expensive beer.

[QUOTE=Keldeção;1216930]That's good to know. Glad I'm not affected by any of that.[/QUOTE]Sup man. Great to see you posting, been a long time.

If prices keep rising in Rio, might as well travel to Sampa to fuck stunners at Cafe foto and Millenium. I never really frequented Help and Meia Pattaca. I was strictly a terma monger and would get my contacts there. When I traveled to Rio regularly, I had a slew of contacts and never needed Help (pun intended) , but I enjoyed the parade right before the 12AM bell. To me, Meia Pattaca was a hangout spot to watch GDPs and their contacts and to fraternize with fellow mongers.

Hello,

I am preparing my second trip to Rio in January next year.

I am planning to come the third week of January.

But I just saw that there is at least one bank holiday (17/01) maybe two (20/01 in Rio only).

Are these days really off? Maybe the complete week is slow due to 2 bank holidays?

I still have the chance to change my agenda so I will appreciate the advices of people living there.

Thank you.

[QUOTE=Mongmann;1216883]Are these prices that you know from personal experience or is this what you heard?[/QUOTE]Personal experience.

I just read, but have not confirmed, that Solarium's base just went up to R425 w / no drinks.

[QUOTE=Bizzie;1216307]True. That's why I have cancelled one trip to Rio already.:([/QUOTE]Bizzie, there still is plenty of good stuff to be found cheaply in Rio. But yes, you have to know where and how to.

But there is a good point to it. Keeps prices down for us locals. Less competition by overpaying gringos.

Cheap, short, and dirty: R$ 25. Amazing diamonds can be found among the trash, but you have to dig and endure the trashy surroundings.

Cheap, half hour, and clean: R$ 50- R$ 80 pretty decent, hard working girls. Massage parlors frequented by middle class Brazilians.

One hour R$ 70. 120, sem massage parlors.

Incalls: R$ 160-200 for 2 hours, taxi already included. Unfortunately often a rude surprise when you see who is coming.

I still rent rooms to mongers which usually comes with great advice and savings. No, I don't need to spam this, I now have lots of other tenants that even pay more. But I greatly prefer mongers, I enjoy company for the hobby.

[QUOTE=Safado69;1216933]I am not sure Centaurus is all that bad. I have to say I had a great experience with the girl (Dani) she actually started with CBJ but I understood that is standard practice there.[/QUOTE]You got to be kiddin' right? Standard practice there and at any terma I have ever been at (and that's a lot) is to get your dick and nuts sucked without a condom (not to mention blowing in her mouth or face or on her chin). That tute ran game on you man. She took Centaurus up a notch in the expensive rip-off joint category. Too bad too because I really used to like the place.

Brothels in Brazil are now competing with nightclubs and hotel bars for the attention of rich, young society types.

Read this: [url]http://www.sabotagetimes.com/travel/brazils-upmarket-brothel-hotel-clubs-what-a-mouth-full/[/url]