We were picked up at the airport by Rita's son, which was a treat. He was informative, helpful and fun.
The apartment is beautifully furnished and extremely well located: two blocks away from Copacabana beach. Because of this we had an amazing trip, as when we felt like we just rolled down to the beach. There are a number convenience stores and juicebars in the same block, and the area felt completely safe.
Unfortunately I have to mention the two things we didn't like. First the kitchen is ill-equipped , whereas we had the impression that it would be fully functional. Secondly, the apartment is situated on the bifurcation of an 8 lane road through which the entire traffic to Rio Sul enters. The noise is incessant especially during peak hours on weekdays and weekend evenings! The bedroom desperately needs double or triple glazing... Otherwise it was great!