This was the second time I had stayed at Jaline's apartment, and I am so happy I decided to come back. Jaline is an incredibly friendly and helpful host. If I ever had any questions she would respond nearly right away. She offered me lots of recommendations on places to go and things to see.
When I arrived at the apartment, everything was incredibly clean and organized. Jaline provided clean towels, drinks in the refrigerator, as well as candy (thanks Jaliene!). The apartment is located in an very safe area (I was walking around at 3-4am and didn't have any trouble) and is right across the street from multiple banks, restaurants, and other stores. If you decide you want to cook in the apartment, there is a supermarket beside the apartment as well. The place is a 30 second walk Copacabana Beach too. If you are planning on seeing Cristo Redentor, you can purchase tickets next to the apartment. I recommend going there early in the morning because lines can get very long if you choose to wait.
Jaline gave me many great tips and recommendations for things to see in Rio, but my favourite was Bar do Mineiro. If you are in Rio on a Saturday, you need to go there and eat their feijoada. Bar do Mineiro is about a 10 minute drive from the apartment, but I highly recommend it. Prepare to take a nap afterwards though.
All in all, I had a great time In Rio and I owe a lot of that to Jaline. She is a great host and even a nicer person. She will make sure you are taken care of and always have things to do. When I am in Rio, I will always go back to stay here.
Obrigado Jaline