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During my last visit to Rio in 2007, I brought my own condoms and lube with me to the saunas that I visited. At Meo Mundo as a small way of saying "obrigado" to the guys who have been oh, so "sweet and down-to-earth" throughout my visits there, I distributed my leftover gold XXX condoms to the guys with whom I had visited as well as a few others who were cordial and flirtatious and friendly overall. Thanks, ihpguy for your advice. For you know additional guidance helps us all! :smile:

It's New Year's Eve in the USofA, and look what graced my screen and ardent desire! The guy is indeed super-hot! I'd love to meet him!!!!

Gotti, The Fragata Sauna is smaller and has a limited number of everything. When I went there were two guys who interested me, but we did not connect as both smoked. I told one of the boys that my friend and I had planned to be at that special art exhibit which comes to Sao Paulo every two years (...can't spell it.) the next day. Lo and behold this guy showed up unexpectedly and hung out with my friend and me. We enjoyed our unsolicited time with him but did not take him with us afterwards. He left to go to the sauna. Might I invite you to go to Fragata to see for yourself what dwells there? You might be the lucky traveler and find one or more guys during the time of your visit who interest and delight you.

A strong ditto to the above quoted reply!!!!!!!

Oz, you know that I am not Drey, but I decided to respond based on my understanding of the initial thread: this visit is only to Rio de janeiro during the specified days with a few modifications per Lurkerspeak's latter threads! But if I am mistaken, please forgive me!

Thanks for the info., men! By not being fluent in Espanol, I would hesitate to do this alone, but my good friend and traveling partner does speak Spanish and has helped me in both Rio and Buenos Aires. If he has his heart and mind to traveling to an additional place in 2011, then we might venture to Colombia. Again, thanks tom and the other writer whose name I've forgotten. All of the guys who've indicated that they were in Colombia at the F4F website are super hot and hung. But again-- I also know what is in Brasil per Tom's suggestions and contributions as well as my own trips there.

Tom, you introduced me to another Breno during Festa time who was one friggin' hot stud! I think this particular guy with the same name was driving an suv or another hot vehicle during that time! I do know that I'd wanted to get with him!

For almost two months, I have been playing with the guys at "Flirt for Free" which is a misnomer to say the least. Also I have had some fun with a few guys (using the same format) at www.Lucasentertainment.com. At both sites but namely the first one, "FFF," the guys have written that they were from Colombia. Many of them have written this and have this included in their bio. All of these guys are truly stunning in all visible ways! I've asked them if they escorted but have received vague answers. On occasion a few have invited me to their country. My question is: What' s the escort scene like in the major cities of Colombia. I know of Bogata but in name only. I've done some research at the escort sites but have received little information. Is there anyone or lots of ones here who can assist me in my quandry?

It's early in California (5:30a), and my "heart" and thoughts are in Brazil. As I viewed the photos of this most beautiful boy/man--I've decided that he "does not look real." He is soooooo gorgeous. If I were to see him in the flesh, my eyes would be definitely transfixed on him. He looks angelic and virginal exuding an aura of suspense and "I can be yours!"

Pauleiro, I truly enjoyed the read and want to thank you. From what you wrote--apparently you had a super time; you also brought the feeling to the page and had me there with you. On a future visit--go to Sao Paulo and to Salvador (Bahia) to experience not only a variety of "boys" but the unique culture that exists in each of these cities. But if you are there for more than a week during your visits--return to Rio, too. As I have written in previous posts, I've managed to go to Brasil a few times, but each time I do manage to return to Rio de janeiro, my favorite city of the world, not only for the men (boys) but also for its upbeat atmosphere, beauty, and its cultural attributes. Other places I've been include Sao Paulo, Salvador (Bahia), the Amazonias, Paraty, Petropolis, Curitiba, and to the falls (...can't spell from the top of my head, so I just wrote "the falls" which in themselves is a wonderful experience that one should take with another instead of solo as I did.) But all in all, and again, I appreciate your having shared with us what you did. Continue to do this during your future journeys to South America as well as in Europe.

All 3 of these "young un's" are indeed stunning. Maybe I will start having to retrogress in terms of age selection. These guys are a pure turn on for me. Maybe that is because currently I've been perpetually horny!

This young man is sooooooooooooooo "pretty" that I could go for him in spite of his age. Usually I don't go for the so-called "Twinks," but I would not mind sampling his somewhat fresh and virginal self!

I've only stayed in two hotels exclusively while I've been in Rio: The Atlantico Copacabana (only like for its visitor's policy and breakfast at times and the personnel from 2002-2007). I've also stayed at the Royal Rio, a beautiful hotel, wonderful breakfast daily, and great location, but again, that was back in 2005. Don't know if it has changed! I am planning a return 8th visit to Rio in 2011 and am mentally planning to date. ...will begin to put this trip in action around April or May of next year!

Thanks for taking the time and answering my request. I'm just now getting back to this forum; that's the reason for the long delay in responding!

This response is sooooooooooooooo CUTE! It's 2:16a and I have yet to get to bed and to sleep, but the preceding comment brought a big smile to my face!!!!! -

After watching a travel segment on Logo television last week where the aforementioned restaurant was featured, I decided to list it as a "Must Go" if I manage to return to Rio de janeiro next October. I am anxious to return to experience new adventures as well as reacquaint myself with some previous ones which I cherish and highly remember. I am elated to read that one of our own board members here has been there and highly recommends it. The television segment featuring this venue from a "gay" viewpoint was refreshing! From what we've gotten here, I'm enthusiastic, too!

Many of the guys on "Flirt for Free" (which is a misnomer) claim to come from Colombia. All have been rather hot and sensual and ready for some steamy action. I often do question whether they are from there, though. Perhaps one of these years and days, I'll "take the plunge" and venture there and make the best of this travel experience. My heart and desires still push the vote for traveling to Brazil and its many parts!

Tom, I know that assuming can be dangerous as well as misleading, but do you think that most of the body builders at Point 202 either have girl friends or wives and that there are few (if any) gay sauna boys there? Just curious!

THANKS, Oz for your personal assessment of the saunas that you alluded to in this most recent post of yours. I enjoyed the read and plan to note the changes at the various saunas when I return, I hope, during next October 2011. In terms of the guys' requested fee, as of today R$50 = $29.38 US, R$70= $41.14US and R$100= a mere $59.00; thus MEN, these are still relatively CHEAP rates as contrasted with the US and Europe. In the US the going rates, depending on location and the fame of the guy, are $250 to $400 per hour. The "porn stars" charge an upwards of $400- $500. I've wanted to be with some of them but NOT at those rates/fees.

Lucky, your thoughts are mine---exactly! Obrigado!!

Oz, give Danilo a "shout out" and a "hello" from Edward. He served as my ultimate guide when he was 18 and 19 years of age. How old is he now? He was such a sweetheart and great "eyecandy and company!" And in terms of your banking situation not going through-- you answered your own question. Brasilian internet has not been brought up to speed to access US accounts for internet transactions--the same for Spain, but for Argentina, I reserved tickets while in the US. Smooth traveling, my man. ...wish I were able to do so at this time-- perhaps next October for Brasil for me! A friend and I are planning on it!

Glad to read that you made it safely after your long journey. Keep us posted, please but remember to do it at YOUR leisure. This trip is yours to enjoy!!!

My gay dar must be in absentia, for I know of one gay guy who works at The Atlantico, and he works the front desk. So there is a gay waiter in the restaurant area. Is he cute?

Tom, I highly concur. Thanks for taking the time to present this to the future newbies as well as to us "oldsters" who've taken the plunge more than once!!!!