Michael was an excellent host. Making arrangements for me to 'check in' was easy and when I arrived he made sure I knew where everything was and how everything operated. I had all I needed and felt at home in the studio. Michael also gave me loads of info about the area, how to get places etc and even told me about a music festival happening nearby. Santa Teresa is a great part of Rio and the apartment is a 15 minute walk from the main centre and about the same to Lapa if you want a bit more of a crazy night. The apartment is also really lose to Parque de ruinas which I think is one of the coolest places to visit and they have lots of great events there. Overall stay was great and I would stay again. Obrigado!