Rio de Janeiro Reports

It's probably been posted before, but for those who don't feel like venturing out of Copa or are pressed for time, this spot is a good alternative. They had at least 10 babes on staff every time I went and most were very nice. A little on the pricey side compared to Eden Spa or the Centro spots at $250 are for an hour, but the talent was good and the location is convenient. They are open daily (forgot the time they open, but I think it was 10 am) til 9 pm and 6 pm on Sat, but closed on Sundays. The Egytian dude sitting out front will lead you in, can't miss him, LOL.

The beds mostly suck because they are the medical beds, but there are normal beds there if you ask and they are available. It is on the same street as Monte Carlo but on the opposite side of the street and going the opposite direction west of and. S Copacabana almost at the corner.

[QUOTE=Ee2002;1811783]Definitely had nice talent as of two days ago, but the staff are all on tip mode. Everyone is asking for tips for "Natal", in spite of the signs prohibiting that practice.[/QUOTE]Sign does not prohibit tips. Only says that tipping is optional.

[QUOTE=JimmyBoy99;1811797]Sign does not prohibit tips. Only says that tipping is optional.[/QUOTE]It's optional for us to tip, according to the sign, but the the sign also specifically states "Aviso aos Funcionarios. É proibido pedir Caixinhas. A gerencias. " It was posted upstairs where you wait for the room. I took a picture of it while waiting just for the hell of it and a good laugh, in light of the heavy request for tips at every turn. Maybe they are allowing it for Christmas or the policy changed recently, but I've never seen it this bad and I've been going for years.

Anyways I was in a good mood and ended tipping the room lady, locker room lady and cashiers the last time I went Tuesday. I might go this week, but I will ease up on the tipping. LOL!

[QUOTE=Ee2002;1811794]It's probably been posted before, but for those who don't feel like venturing out of Copa or are pressed for time, this spot is a good alternative. They had at least 10 babes on staff every time I went and most were very nice. A little on the pricey side compared to Eden Spa or the Centro spots at $250 are for an hour, but the talent was good and the location is convenient. They are open daily (forgot the time they open, but I think it was 10 am) til 9 pm and 6 pm on Sat, but closed on Sundays. The Egytian dude sitting out front will lead you in, can't miss him, LOL.

The beds mostly suck because they are the medical beds, but there are normal beds there if you ask and they are available. It is on the same street as Monte Carlo but on the opposite side of the street and going the opposite direction west of and. S Copacabana almost at the corner.[/QUOTE]Never pay anyone to take you to a termas or massage place. Seems that the Egyptian dude cost you an extra 50 Reais. Save your money for people who provide real services.

[URL]http://espacoterapias.com.br/clinica.php?id=10[/URL]

[URL]http://www.deliriooriental.com.br/[/URL]

The rate on Espaco Terapias Orientais site is 150 for 30 minutes and 200 for 60 minutes. I just called Delírio Oriental and confirmed their rates are the same.

Here are a couple other sites which may be of interest.

[URL]http://vipterapias.com.br/terapeutas[/URL]

[URL]http://terapiasonline.com.br/terapeutas.php[/URL]

In my apartment, the doormen keep a book to record the tips. People sign and list how much they tipped. The doormen are then to distribute it among themselves. This is supposed to keep the doormen honest. I ignore it and give directly to those who deserve it. I don't stiff anyone, but believe in rewarding those who most deserve it.

As for the termas, I would buy Nina, the changing room attendant at Monte Carlo a new car if she asked. She has been there as long as I remember and is such a sweet lady. Tell her she is more beautiful than any of the girls upstairs and watch her blush. Você é mais linda que todas as garotas lá them cima.

Gents,

Went to 44 last night with Shane. Had a great time, great talent. Got numbers (the answer to the question of how you get # if you don't speak porto is -- just open the smartphone to the new contact screen, and put in front of the girls face, along with some cash, and maybe a motel card, like panda). Then went to Mosaico where Shane banged a girl, Pocohontas, who gets good reviews on the local boards, but didn't perform well for him. Oh well, but the club got good reviews from him. 150 are for the girl, 30 entrada. DJ Alex roses is the manager, ask for him, and tell him vasco sent you.

Tonight, going to Mosaico around 10 pm, meet up in botafogo.

Tomorrow, two of the best 4*4 girls for a veranda party at my Botafogo place, PM me if interested.

Now that I've figured out I can put a second mattress in the front room of my apartment, I am even more stoked to live above Rua Bambina in Botafogo, which is so much better than tourist ridden and dangerous Copacabana.

[QUOTE=ExecTalent;1811823]In my apartment, the doormen keep a book to record the tips. People sign and list how much they tipped. The doormen are then to distribute it among themselves. This is supposed to keep the doormen honest. I ignore it and give directly to those who deserve it. I don't stiff anyone, but believe in rewarding those who most deserve it.

As for the termas, I would buy Nina, the changing room attendant at Monte Carlo a new car if she asked. She has been there as long as I remember and is such a sweet lady. Tell her she is more beautiful than any of the girls upstairs and watch her blush. Voc mais linda que todas as garotas l them cima.[/QUOTE]Thanks for the info. Although, I got the info about 66 from someone else and knew where I was going. The Egytian guy is right there at the door and took us all the way in, even bringing the girls out everytime like an employee, LOL. The mamasan is the one who quoted the price and collected the money ($250 r). This was during about 4 visits we made there. I know that they usually pay the touts on the side when they bring a new customer the first time, but they led us to believe that was the price period, everytime we went. I will have to stop by there in the next couple of days and talk to them about that. But I will say the Egytian dude was real cool and we had fun talking to him. I was wondering why it was higher than Eden Spa which is down the street. Anyways, I did what I wanted to do there and don't really plan on going back unless I'm stuck in Copa and press for time.

[QUOTE=ExecTalent;1811823]In my apartment, the doormen keep a book to record the tips. People sign and list how much they tipped. The doormen are then to distribute it among themselves. This is supposed to keep the doormen honest. I ignore it and give directly to those who deserve it. I don't stiff anyone, but believe in rewarding those who most deserve it.

As for the termas, I would buy Nina, the changing room attendant at Monte Carlo a new car if she asked. She has been there as long as I remember and is such a sweet lady. Tell her she is more beautiful than any of the girls upstairs and watch her blush. Voc mais linda que todas as garotas l them cima.[/QUOTE]I agree about tipping the one who deserves it and actually do something. The other day at 4 x4, I was just feeling charitable and getting in the Christmas spirit, LOL.

[QUOTE=Combo;1811070]Safado-.

Is that really all-in? If so, I'm surprised to hear that 65 is now cheaper than 4 x4 and Cancun. For years, 65 priced was more expensive than its Centro competition. The quality has always been good.[/QUOTE]Actually, based on the price chart I read and the way the lady broke it down, 65 really isn't cheaper. The basic 40 minutes at 285r is broken down into 85r for the room and 200r for the "massagen", but you still got to pay the 90r entrada. So when you add that up it's a lad bit more, plus 4 x4 has the before 6 pm deal. Although I didn't ask, the lady didn't mention any deal to waive the entrada. Also as mentioned they charge 10% if you use a card and require an ID based on what she told me before I entered, which was surprising to me, since I've used my card several places in Rio and have been asked for ID.

I haven't been to 65 in years, but recently (Weds) decided to check it out. There were about 20 garotas there, but I honestly didn't see anything I really liked, but that was just me, ymmv.

Anyone have any experience at this spot in Gloria. According to the folks at 4 x4 it's their new spot and it's located at the old Rio Antigo termas location. According to the flyer they gave me it's open Monday to Friday 5 pm- 5 am. I walked by it late after leaving 4 x4, but didn't have time to go in and check it out. I will try going there Friday night if I get a chance and report on it. Just wondering if it's worth a trip back. The area wasnt the best of areas with all the trannies hanging out on that strip.

If this place has already been covered on this site, I apologize for not checking. Just that I'm here in Rio and it's hard doing a search on the small screen on my phone. Thanks anyways!

[QUOTE=PatmarBeleza1;1811849]Gents,

Went to 44 last night with Shane. Had a great time, great talent. Got numbers (the answer to the question of how you get # if you don't speak porto is -- just open the smartphone to the new contact screen, and put in front of the girls face, along with some cash, and maybe a motel card, like panda). Then went to Mosaico where Shane banged a girl, Pocohontas, who gets good reviews on the local boards, but didn't perform well for him. Oh well, but the club got good reviews from him. 150 are for the girl, 30 entrada. DJ Alex roses is the manager, ask for him, and tell him vasco sent you.

Tonight, going to Mosaico around 10 pm, meet up in botafogo.

Tomorrow, two of the best 4*4 girls for a veranda party at my Botafogo place, PM me if interested.

Now that I've figured out I can put a second mattress in the front room of my apartment, I am even more stoked to live above Rua Bambina in Botafogo, which is so much better than tourist ridden and dangerous Copacabana.[/QUOTE]Mosaico wasn't bad at all last week. I remember at one point talking to a Pocahontas, but for the life of me can't remember her face. Didn't session there, but there was a handful of good ones there. The 30 r is good for basically 3 drinks, unless you get something expensive.

[QUOTE=Exec Talent;1811816]Never pay anyone to take you to a termas or massage place. Seems that the Egyptian dude cost you an extra 50 Reais. Save your money for people who provide real services.[/QUOTE]
Absolutely right. Never let the touts bring you to the puteiros. Of course they don't do it because they wants to be nice and are concerned about you getting laid. They get a commission. In the case of Ee2002 it seems like puteiro charged R$50 extra (according tp Gpguia the current price is R$200).
Btw, there are also a bunch of touts on Av Treze de Maio, outside of no 33. Just ignore them.

Regarding tipping. In Brazil I rarely tip, and never in a puteiro. That will spoil the staff, and IMO is the same as overpaying for a service. The locals don't tip so there should be no reason for a gringo to tip. However tipping habits might be very different depending on where you come from.

[QUOTE=JimmyBoy99;1811797]Sign does not prohibit tips. Only says that tipping is optional.[/QUOTE]Sorry to bring this up again, but I saw today what you are referring to. Actually It's meant for the customers. I noticed it in the main locker room. But if you go upstairs where you wait for the rooms, there are two signs meant for the employees, prohibiting them from asking for tips. I saw one addressed to the workers in general and another addressed to the "meninas". Again not to beat a dead horse, but just happen to notice the different signs while I was there today.

As always, 4 x4 was packed with white robes after 5 pm. But the babes were plentiful. I'm just disappointed that as these prices continue to rise and if / when the dollar dips to the 2010-2013 levels, it will no longer be an option I can frequent multiple times in a trip. Unless, I do like the young Brazilians do and go there just to grab ass and BS. LOL! That being said at the current prices I'm amazed that some of these Brazilian dudes appear to be hitting it, like they do. $370 reais or $320 reais (before 6 pm) may mean a different value to us based on exchange rate, but it's all the same to them regardless of the exchange rate. Just wondering if someone has a different perspective on this.

Sorry for the multiple post, just killing time before my next move, which should be Mabs in a few, LOL!

Valeu!

[QUOTE=Sperto;1811948]Regarding tipping. In Brazil I rarely tip, and never in a puteiro. That will spoil the staff, and IMO is the same as overpaying for a service. The locals don't tip so there should be no reason for a gringo to tip. However tipping habits might be very different depending on where you come from.[/QUOTE]The very first time I went to Brazil, I tipped the bartender at Centaurus. But then when I found out that wasn't standard practice, I never did it again. He tried the next time I was there, but I just waived him off like "get out of my face". Did the same thing once with the doorman at 4 X 4. I saw he didn't ask the local who left just in front of me for a tip. So why the hell should I pay one? Just because he asked? Now, the only tipping I ever do is for the ladies who keep the locker rooms clean and orderly. I appreciate what they do, and you know they aren't earning squat for their work. So, I like to give them a little something. Other than that, no tipping from me.

[QUOTE=Ee2002;1811927]Actually, based on the price chart I read and the way the lady broke it down, 65 really isn't cheaper. The basic 40 minutes at 285r is broken down into 85r for the room and 200r for the "massagen", but you still got to pay the 90r entrada. So when you add that up it's a lad bit more, plus 4 x4 has the before 6 pm deal. Although I didn't ask, the lady didn't mention any deal to waive the entrada. Also as mentioned they charge 10% if you use a card and require an ID based on what she told me before I entered, which was surprising to me, since I've used my card several places in Rio and have been asked for ID.

I haven't been to 65 in years, but recently (Weds) decided to check it out. There were about 20 garotas there, but I honestly didn't see anything I really liked, but that was just me, ymmv.[/QUOTE]Fair point. Although if you didn't take a girl how can you expect the 90 entrada to be waived? I was there Monday and last Thursday and on both occasions did not pay the fee.