Felipe was extremely helpful right from the start, providing tips and advice on what to do, where to eat and how to get around when staying in Rio. Very contactable, quick to respond and recommendations lived up to expectations. We hardly needed to do any prior research and Felipe continued to be in contact throughout our stay to ensure that we were ok. One highlight for us was going to the Rio Carnival where Felipe helped us to source tickets through his contacts and also recommended a driver who we also used. The location of the apartment is great, within a few minutes walk you have a supermarket, shops, metro, bus stop, taxi queue and decent places to eat. Walk 10 minutes and you can be on Ipanema and Copacabana Beach. Walk a little longer and there's some great restaurants, bars and places on interest. Oh, did I mentioned that the apartment comes with the use of mountain bikes? There's plenty of opportunity to jump on and get out exploring along one of the many purpose built cycle lanes. The apartment is secure, guarded at all times with very friendly staff. Honestly, this is the place to be if you're considering staying in Rio and need a good base. The apartment is comfortable (great double bed) and has all mod cons. No negative feedback. Thank you so much Felipe, we had a wonderful time and you really made us feel very welcome. We now have a friend in Rio, you have two more in Abu Dhabi!! Carey :))