Thiago was very helpful from the moment i booked the apartment. He communicated regularly and answered all the questions i had asked with a fast response. Before we took our flight, Thiago had told us everything we needed to know to make our way from the airport to the apartment, including the cost of a taxi. He was very easy to communicate with especially over Whatsapp. We arrived at the apartment to be greeted by one of Thiago's close friend who let us in and spoke English as well. She advised us on many things regarding the apartment and also about what sort of things we can do in Rio. The apartment was very clean and had a really nice open plan. The furniture was all clean and new, the apartment was very nicely decorated and made us feel at home. The bathroom was also very clean and new, with an excellent shower. The bedrooms were spacious and had plenty of space to store clothes. The location is ideal - about 5 minute walk from Copacabana beach and about 20 minutes walk from Ipanema beach. I would definitely recommend to anyone who is looking to come to Rio!