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I used Airalo the past few times I travelled to Rio.  I have an an unlocked phone with U.S. carrier and it worked fine.  Easy to download/install.

Interesting article in the Washington Blade today. 
https://www.washingtonblade.com/2025/07/18/rise-in-sex-parties-in-brazil-upends-countrys-gay-nightlife/
 
 

I traveled to both Rio and BA in Feb 2020. It was my third visit to Buenos Aires.  I find Buenos Aires to be much more tamer than Rio, however BA is more cosmopolitan than Rio, which is a more back city with a  beach culture. Both are great cities to visit. 
I stayed at the Arc Arenales (apt/hotel) just on the outskirts of Recoleta, but in a quiet, residential area close and was very pleased with the accommodations. Large space, with good internet, quiet building,  with a kitchen, & a nice sized patio facing the courtyard.  Secure, modern building with a 24 hour front desk and a great value.
Also, when exchanging currency (dollars to pesos) you will get a much better rate using the 'blue rate'.  I exchanged dollars at a Western Union and a local cambio, and also at my hotel, for a much better exchange than the official rate. 
 
 

I read it.  Very interesting book. 

I live in Washington, DC and have been to Buenos Aires 5x.   I felt safer in Buenos Aires.  Also, felt safer in Rio (ZonaSul).

I live in Washington, DC and have been to Buenos Aires 5x.   I felt safer in Buenos Aires.  Also, felt safer in Rio (ZonaSul).