We absolutely LOVED Alan and Catherine's appartment.
First and foremost, Alan was so helpful before our trip that I knew I was getting a safe place before I even got there.
I have to admit I was a little nervous coming to Rio with all the crime you hear about, but Alan's appartment is in a very safe neighboorhood. Alan called a trusted driver to pick us up at the airport and get us back to the aiport for our flight. And when we got to the appartment, we were greated with a warm welcome from Alan's helper 'Hugo' that takes care of his appartment while not in Rio. We spoke with Hugo about 30 mins, we really loved him!

The appartment is super cute, we went to the Rio art fair just to try to buy all the stuff they have in the appartment to have it at home as well :)

It is also located super close to the beach.

In summary, if we return to Rio, we will definitly take the appartment again, and I will also recommend it to my friends.

Thanks again Alan and Catherine!