Alex & Anastasia are very gracious hosts. We were greeted by Alex, all smiles, at the apartment even though we checked in late (4pm) that day. The studio was briefed to us by Alex before settling down, he even gave us a list of recommended places to dine (Conexao Arte, Porcao, Hortefruit, Mega Matte), visit, and do (bike rentals, jogging, pedal boating at the Lagoa);

It's a well ventilated room (centralized air condition). The size of the studio is perfect for two. We had enough spaces to tuck away a couple of large suitcases, and there were plenty of drawers and hangers to set aside our clothes. The kitchen's seemless design is fitted perfectly within the studio, we loved having our coffee on the counter top. The room and bathroom lighting (LEDs) is what astounded us the most. The bathroom lighting is automatic when you walk in at night, dim light so as not to wake you up completely. The bed is comfortable and big enough to sleep in a helter-skelter way.

Alex toured us the following day (Best Tour in Rio, US$100 per person), and we got to know Rio in constituent elements; Acai, Caipirinha, Havaianas, Barra, Apoador, Point de Grumari, Corcovado, Cristo Redentor, Sugarloaf, Chinese View, Tijuca National Park, Lagoa de Marapendi, even the Favela, the other enlightening aspect of Brazilian society. These are one of the few essentials of what Rio de Janeiro can offer. We appreciated Brazil even more because of this tour.

Muito obrigado, Alex & Anastasia!