SolaceSoul

How about, “because some of us are trying to keep your dumb self-absorbed gringo asses from being robbed, beaten or killed”?

Answer: if posters would stop asking about highly improbable scenarios that are far more suited for non-payboy, mutual physical attraction meetings and hookups, then there wouldn’t be any need for respondents to remind those posters of The Laws Of Attraction.

Hopefully, you know by now that the “how attractive are you?” question will not always result in the intended honesty and self-reflection. Many people particularly those from more privileged backgrounds or cultures, attribute qualities to themselves out of thin air (sometimes even out of their ass), and qualify themselves as “attractive”, “fit”, “hot”, “witty”, “intelligent”, “cultured”, “engaging” before taking a survey of others. But even without the looks factor, suggesting this aggressive pickup route to the uninitiated is an invitation to a beatdown or a murder. Helpful Heloise Hint: if you aren’t capable of pulling this suggested stunt off where you live, then don’t try it in Brazil or anywhere else.

It can’t turn a gay man straight — in spite of the many hopes and dreams of fat fag hags everywhere. It doesn’t hold that kind of magic. Pussy power only works on those who are actually sexually attracted to women.

Please, STOP with the delusion! OK, sure, Tom is probably a very good time. He seems like a real riot and more than just pleasant company. But it’s clear that he pays well and picks up the tab(s) for his dates. And he’s established a solid reputation over a period of time. If you really think that you can pull off what Tom does with just a winning personality and a smile from ear to ear — be my guest!

There is a thing called “situational sexuality”. Really, look it up. In American culture, it’s most common in prisons, college campuses, naval ships or Army barracks. Male prostitutes and porn stars can also engage in it. The harsh irony is the escorts and GPs who actually DO self-identify as “gay” or “bi” are probably going to be a lot MORE physically selective and picky about who their clients are and/or what they do with them, than the ones who identify as straight. So, many of the posters here may want to just STFU about labels and count their blessings.

But why use only 20 words when 400 will do?

(1) There are very attractive men all over the world — not just in Brazilian saunas — whose girlfriends or wives superficially may not be considered the physical stunners that they are. Some of it could be cultural — what your standard of beauty as a white European or North American gay man could differ dramatically from that of a South American, African or Asian hetero-identifying male. It could also be that straight men are generally attracted to things in women that gay men are not — and that “Miss Universe” unattainable perfect Barbie look might not appeal to many straight-identifying men. ... and, as ANY woman will be more than happy to tell you, never underestimate the power of good pussy on a straight man with a working dick. (Note: in spite of what some gay men like to think, this power doesn’t really work for men’s asses.) (2) A lot of the better GPs and working guys that maintain a valid passport do get trips from more well-heeled clients. Just as you are feeling them out, over time they are doing the same with you — and trying to ascertain if your money goes long enough to invest time and energy past a programa (or two) and a Red Bull (side note: this is probably not going to be the same clients who are haggling over what amounts to $6 USD for a programa). Some aren’t willing to go anywhere, due to other commitments, but some are very open to the trips (and paydays that accompany them).

There are quite a few competitive bodybuilders and physique competitors at 117, Lagoa and 202. During my visits, I’ve met some local and nationwide champions and top medal placers — old and new. Some still go, and it’s always a revolving door of new faces and bodies — especially in a downturn eco only. I’m not an internet name dropper or picture poster, and since I appreciate and respect anonymity (and would expect to be given the same by garotos and clients alike), but if you have an eye for muscle, you can easily spot the ones who are either near-competition-ready or off-season.

Peoria, Illinois is usually used as a -“typical American town”. A common media phrase: “Will this play well in Peoria?” Also, see: Scranton, PA.

The average Rio nightcrawling discogoer > the average Joe Blow from Peoria.

LeBoy is closed. The Week is like going to a nightclub at one of the many gay circuit parties held around the world. It caters to hot, well-built shirtless men in groups, and the sound and light system is set to 11. You’re not going to get even a speck of attention if you don’t fit in. Maybe — and this would be a stretch — a garoto or a local friend will be willing to escort you there with his group of equally hot friends if you agree to pick up the tab (which would be a costly night). I say this could be a stretch because most garotos have lives outside the sauna, and may not be too keen on introducing their regular group of friends to some graybeard who looks like the Orville Redenbacher popcorn guy — thus completely blowing his cover. ... but if you enjoy being a spectator, go alone and just watch the fun.

My favorite line from the comedy film “Liar, Liar”, starring Jim Carrey: Son: “My teacher tells me beauty is on the inside.” Dad: “That's just something ugly people say.”

You aren’t “symbolically” calling them saunas. They ARE called saunas in Brazil. They are referred to, in Portuguese, English, or every other language as a “sauna” or a “termas” (spa). And at either a sauna or a spa, it really is de rigeur to dress appropriately. Even if it were just considered a bathhouse or a sex club, the protocol or etiquette at those places is to drop trou and put on a towel or sexy attire. In none of these establishments is it considered appropriate to remain in your street clothes.

An ugly person in street clothes is still ugly. You really think people can’t tell what your body is shaped like if you have on a shirt and pants? And there’s still the face.

Wear a robe, or at maximum, a T-shirt and shorts. But for Christ’s sake, dress the part. It’s a sauna. Would you wear street clothes or business attire to a beach or a pool?

I heard Cliff, the loquacious mailman from “Cheers”.

So, translated into English, you believe that you need to wear street clothes in order to convey to working boys that you have money to spend. Did I interpret your comments correctly? Unless you look like Cristiano Ronaldo outside of your clothes, no one at the (appropriately-named) sauna will mistake you for a garoto.

You stated in another thread that you prefer thinks and regular common looking guys off the street and that you aren’t into muscles, athletes or fitness models. Therefore, 117, Lagoa and sometimes 202 are not the sauna for you, as muscular garotos are the theme at those places. Maybe you should try the other saunas like Manhattan Rio’s and Fragata in São Paulo that tend to offer more of what the old Meio Mundo offered, which was thinks and regular guys?

A sauna is a sauna — meaning disrobe to a towel, shorts or a bathrobe or just don’t enter. Just as it is in the non-rentboy saunas, the dress code should be the same at the ones with garotos. If you are that fucking insecure about your physical appearance compared to others, then a sauna is probably not for you. Trust me, no one is there to look at or ogle the CLIENTS. No one is thinking about you, It’s not all about you. In fact, it’s not even a little bit about you. Maybe at some of the larger ones, there could be a small restricted area where clothed clients could stay.

Centaurus in Ipanema is the most famous one. It’s also the one that Justin Bieber got busted coming out of when he was 19. https://www.thewhoremonger.com/centaurus-ipanema-rio-de-janeiro-brazil/

Not only that, but also gay men — for some reason — on average tend to be much more psychologically invested than straight men in the belief that they can attract a much better looking or much better physically built guy without having to pay for it. It might be because straight men are raised to believe that a man pays for the woman when he is interested (drinks, dinner dates, expensive engagement ring, gifts, trips, etc), whereas that dynamic for gay men as members of the same gender is only determined by who one is attracted to (or who is the more desirable or attractive). Some gay men I have encountered believe that paying for sex, dates or companionship is only for those who cannot get those things on their own, and so they won’t do it because to them, that would mean acknowledging defeat. But most straight men aren’t caught up in that dynamic, so to them, going to bordellos and paying for sex is just an easier way to meet some hot lounge lizard at a bar, pay for her drinks and dinner, and pretend not to be bored with her conversation so that he can get some new pussy.

Everyone is not a good candidate for the yellow fever vaccine, as it contains a live organism being introduced into the body. Patients with weak or compromised immune system are often advised by their physicians to forego the vaccine due to risks. If you fit into one of these categories, you should probably talk to your primary care physician before getting the vaccine: “Because certain people have an increased risk of developing a serious adverse event if vaccinated with yellow fever vaccine, vaccine is not recommended (i.e., contraindicated) for people with: Allergy to a vaccine component Age <6 months Symptomatic HIV infection or CD4+ T-lymphocytes <200/mm3 (<15% of total in children aged <6 years) Thymus disorder associated with abnormal immune function Primary immunodeficiencies Malignant neoplasms Transplantation Immunosuppressive and immunomodulatory therapies Some people may have an increased risk of an adverse event, but they may benefit from receiving the vaccine. Talk to your healthcare provider if you have any of the following: Age 6 to 8 months Age ≥60 years Asymptomatic HIV infection and CD4+ T-lymphocytes 200 to 499/mm3 (15-24% of total in children aged <6 years) Pregnancy Breastfeeding” https://www.cdc.gov/yellowfever/vaccine/index.html

If it is important to you (it probably should be), find out in advance if the apartment has a safe for small valuables. Some do, some do not. Most that I have rented did advertise a safe. Ask in advance before booking.

As mentioned in the instructional article I posted: “During any one year period you are allowed to spend 180 days inside Brazil. This can be broken up any way that you want [as long as you don’t spend more than 90 days in Brazil without an extension] — 10 days here, 20 days there, 90 days here, 60 days there. Many people stay for 90 days, request a 90 day extension then leave once their second 90 day extension runs out..”