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**Questner** · 05-05-25 01:45

Originally Posted by Knowledge [View Original Post]

Thanks, your information seems to be exactly right. I'm suspicious of the whole process because there doesn't seem to be a way around the government's malfunctioning application web site except to pay an extra US $50 to the private visa processing service, or apply via a consulate and wait up to 180 days.

Every country has some hidden issues. I recall getting a Brazilian tax number required an area code, and an input of two zeroes worked. Then there are instances when you have for example to add US before a passport number. I would recommend every frequent traveler to obtain a second etc travel document from another jurisdiction.

**The Cane** · 05-05-25 00:54

No place is safe anymore. Can't even go and have a good time: https://www.npr.org/2025/05/04/nx-s1...l-free-concert.

**Knowledge** · 05-04-25 18:14

Thanks, your information seems to be exactly right. I'm suspicious of the whole process because there doesn't seem to be a way around the government's malfunctioning application web site except to pay an extra US $50 to the private visa processing service, or apply via a consulate and wait up to 180 days.

Originally Posted by Questner [View Original Post]

Provide Passport Information: Enter your passport number, issue date, and expiry date exactly as they appear on your passport.

Make sure your passport number is entered without spaces or special characters, exactly as printed on your passport.

https://www.gov.br/mre/pt-br/consula...or-visa-e-visa

https://www.brazilevisas.com/application-form

**Questner** · 05-03-25 02:52

Originally Posted by Knowledge [View Original Post]

So I want to go to Brazil for the first time since the April 10 visa requirement. Based on general Internet research I am not the only person unable to input a passport number in the eVisa online application form. Does anyone have tips or tricks? Thank you in advance.

Provide Passport Information: Enter your passport number, issue date, and expiry date exactly as they appear on your passport.

Make sure your passport number is entered without spaces or special characters, exactly as printed on your passport.

https://www.gov.br/mre/pt-br/consula...or-visa-e-visa

https://www.brazilevisas.com/application-form

**The Cane** · 05-02-25 22:54

Who remembers when this happened? I think about it every single time I fly in and out of Congonhas, which is my preferred Sampa airport for domestic flights. Guarulhos is just too far away from the city center. Sao Paulo is more populous than New York City but has one less major airport serving the metro area. Seems to me that the largest city in the entire southern hemisphere and one of the largest in all the world could use another airport to relieve the stress placed on Congonhas.

https://youtu.be/O-KyF5sw5l0?si=3nMd264kM0fcn5eh

**Knowledge** · 05-02-25 04:08

So I want to go to Brazil for the first time since the April 10 visa requirement. Based on general Internet research I am not the only person unable to input a passport number in the eVisa online application form. Does anyone have tips or tricks? Thank you in advance.

**Vagabundo1** · 03-22-25 04:16

Send me a PM to. Be added to a local whatsapp group in which I will send you a updated bubba boy's guide.

https://www.instagram.com/surfinnrio/

The best surf / ocean swim in rio is here, praia macumba, because an outcropping, pontal, protects from some but not all currents (fins, swim buddies are a must). I will swim when you surf, which I have done, which is awesome. The surfinnrio / longboards is a non pro pick up heaven for 20 year old college age girls. 150 r gets you a socio membership including a locker, sauna, pool, pool table lounge for a month. To get there, take the 553 bus if you are a budget guy. Love this place. I live near there, and will be close when I move, and may move back (my landlord has some issues that makes me need to get off the x).

Originally Posted by SnowNFlow [View Original Post]

Hello and thanks in Advance for any advice.

New to the site, a friend of my just told me about it and was glad to find a community that seemed intelligent and 'normal', not the YouTube walking Video and updates crowd.

Thinking of a Brazil trip this summer. Was hoping you guys can help with some advice (and if I should post in a specific forum instead of general info, please let me know).

I have read many posts, and I am starting to understand, but hoping to get some answers to more specific questions.

What is a 'privy'? It seems like a spot that girls (by the way what are Garrotas?) post up at and you can go and pick your favorite, but I am trying to understand.

If you meet someone at a privy, can you get their number and see about meeting later either for overnights or just to see them again?

I have found a couple of escort directories, they seem pretty legit. Just curious if that is a good option here or try to stay away from that?

Also, I am thinking about going to Rio. I wanted to do some surfing along with other activities. Where is a good part of town to stay? I like the beach but I can also catch an uber to go surf, so I want to make sure it is somewhere that girls will come back to. I like the vibe in my place, especially if it is someone I like.

Lastly, what is the feeling for visitors in the AirBNBs? I know in some places this can be tough (anyone heard of Columbia?) and you really need to be very clear about bringing back guests, or end up looking for a new spot. Is Brazil, and specifically RIO the same? I don't see the NO GUESTS! On most of the listings I have checked out, so it makes me think maybe is not a big deal (in Mexico for example almost no one cares in most places), but wanted to get the info from others.

Lastly, not sure if anyone will be down there this summer but if you surf, or like soccer (trying to hit up a game at the Macarana) or just like to enjoy good food and drinks, always interested in finding others I can chill with.

Thanks again.

**SnowNFlow** · 03-20-25 17:48

Hello and thanks in Advance for any advice.

New to the site, a friend of my just told me about it and was glad to find a community that seemed intelligent and 'normal', not the YouTube walking Video and updates crowd.

Thinking of a Brazil trip this summer. Was hoping you guys can help with some advice (and if I should post in a specific forum instead of general info, please let me know).

I have read many posts, and I am starting to understand, but hoping to get some answers to more specific questions.

What is a 'privy'? It seems like a spot that girls (by the way what are Garrotas?) post up at and you can go and pick your favorite, but I am trying to understand.

If you meet someone at a privy, can you get their number and see about meeting later either for overnights or just to see them again?

I have found a couple of escort directories, they seem pretty legit. Just curious if that is a good option here or try to stay away from that?

Also, I am thinking about going to Rio. I wanted to do some surfing along with other activities. Where is a good part of town to stay? I like the beach but I can also catch an uber to go surf, so I want to make sure it is somewhere that girls will come back to. I like the vibe in my place, especially if it is someone I like.

Lastly, what is the feeling for visitors in the AirBNBs? I know in some places this can be tough (anyone heard of Columbia?) and you really need to be very clear about bringing back guests, or end up looking for a new spot. Is Brazil, and specifically RIO the same? I don't see the NO GUESTS! On most of the listings I have checked out, so it makes me think maybe is not a big deal (in Mexico for example almost no one cares in most places), but wanted to get the info from others.

Lastly, not sure if anyone will be down there this summer but if you surf, or like soccer (trying to hit up a game at the Macarana) or just like to enjoy good food and drinks, always interested in finding others I can chill with.

Thanks again.

**World Travel 69** · 03-19-25 14:59

I guess it is this one:

Casarão Augusta.

Are. Augusta, 791 or 787, Consolação. São Paulo. 15 Garrotas. Prices: Entrance includes drink are $60, Rooms are $40 40 min, are $80 hour. Garrotas: are $ 250 30 min. , are $300 40 min. , are $ 350 Hour, . Hours: 10 pm to _ Tel: +55 11 3256-6162. https://casaraoaugusta.com.br/ https://www.instagram.com/casarao.augusta/?hl=en.

Originally Posted by Tochka [View Original Post]

Yes Casarao on Rua Augusta.

**Vagabundo1** · 03-19-25 13:59

After checking with several retail farmácias it appears that prep is distributed by Public health, upa. Free STD tests available too. Any info appreciated.

Another stealth ISG member went to upa and declared himself a risky sex addict and was given all the prep he wanted.

**Degenerate24** · 03-19-25 04:22

Originally Posted by Tochka [View Original Post]

And now I need to figure out how to clear uber cache and fvcking delete the Rua August address from the Uber cache. Stupid casarao address pops up all the time as the second option on uber suggested places to go. ,the brasilian girlfriend gave me a dirty look to see all places we have never been pop up as uber recommendation messages--I get random uber message on phone at midnight saying its good to time to leave for casarao, low price and four uber X drivers are nearby. Wtf yo. Haha. Busted by uber cache remembering good times at casarao.

The only way I know it is deleting the app and reinstalling it, LOL.

**Tochka** · 03-18-25 14:27

Originally Posted by Tochka [View Original Post]

Yes Casarao on Rua Augusta.

And now I need to figure out how to clear uber cache and fvcking delete the Rua August address from the Uber cache. Stupid casarao address pops up all the time as the second option on uber suggested places to go. ,the brasilian girlfriend gave me a dirty look to see all places we have never been pop up as uber recommendation messages--I get random uber message on phone at midnight saying its good to time to leave for casarao, low price and four uber X drivers are nearby. Wtf yo. Haha. Busted by uber cache remembering good times at casarao.

**Tochka** · 03-18-25 12:50

Originally Posted by Ak233 [View Original Post]

After reading the post, I think he means Casarao American Bar located at Rua Augusta, 791.

Maybe the other name was a typo or autocorrect?

Yes Casarao on Rua Augusta.

**Vagabundo1** · 03-18-25 04:20

Vagabundo once went to casarao with a ceci clinica girl the night before a embassy function where she was his date. She wanted to compare herself to the talent at Casarao, and it was fun. I stayed at nearby Hotel Story, a very low end love motel which was on booking dot com, and we fucked there. Upon looking up the address, I see it is near by. This is also near by the preferred post mongering day sushi place of the late, great, well loved, and well remembered Alto bom gosto, tako sushi, where there was a fine all you can eat special.

Originally Posted by Ak233 [View Original Post]

After reading the post, I think he means Casarao American Bar located at Rua Augusta, 791.

Maybe the other name was a typo or autocorrect?