We had an awesome time staying with Thiago and his family, New Year’s Eve fireworks were incredible from their huge rooftop terrace!! Such an amazing view from up there across Copa beach and beyond. Vera, Thiago’s mother and friends put on a huge feed on New Year’s Eve and everyone staying at the casa was invited to join. The authentic favela experience was also great and we felt safe walking around by day and moto-taxiing by night. It’s a bit of a hike up the hill but moto-taxis are cheap and it’s well worth it for that view.