axiom2001

Check out http://rentmen.com as well as www.gayromeo.com. There are some guys at both sites, but the latter is difficult to navigate. Think you have to pay a fee to enjoy its ads from guys.

Fernando could clue you in on all of the gay happenings in Bahia. I did not use his services when I was last there because my now deceased gay travel agent had booked Josuel for me, an equally professional and personable guide/individual. On two occasions he, Josuel, asked me if I had wanted to go to any saunas. I declined-- for I was saving myself and R$'s for the guys in Rio de janeiro. * In the meantime I did connect with Fernando via emails and on his FB page. Two friends of mine did seek and engage his services and were indeed pleased. To date when one has asked me about a guide in Salvador (Bahia), Brazil-- I recommend him as SolaceSoul had relayed in a previous post here. * Once I've learned about saunas in an area- I usually have taken myself there; I've used my guide for cultural ventures which entailed a meal or two; I've been quite pleased and satisfied in the end. Whenever I do return to Bahia- I'll definitely seek out the expertise of Fernando. * Might I suggest that you send him a message on his Facebook page if you have specific queries and if you are interested in his services. It will NOT cost you or obligate you in any way.

At www.airbnb.com-- in many of the ads there are rules listed, and in some of the ads it's listed whether or not management allows or disallows guests. In 2011 I rented an apartment from a now defunct operation. My friend and I had company over w/o encountering any problems. This apartment complex had a security guard 27/7, and when we did have guests, my friend, who could speak a little Brasilian Portuguese, would relay to him if guests would be arriving. So again, note to see if any owner/manager has a specific guest policy when renting an apartment in Rio.

Remember it's winter time in Brasil! I have an acquaintance visiting there now (July). ...don't see too many persons on the beach. Brasil's economy and political system are in the pits nowadays as well.

Latbear4blk-- you might want to see what information is available at tripadvisor.com, www.booking.com, and www.fodors.com. More than likely some reviews are at each site. Also, see what's at www.gaycities.com as well. If I run across some material which I think might be of interest to you, I'll send you a pvt. [Lastly, try to do a tour of the Old Town, preferably with a local guide. I visited Bahia twice, liked the Barra area, for my hotels were right across from the water and near that famous lighthouse. I ventured on my own as well as had my guide join me for events which I did not want to do solo. One of these days, I do want to revisit the most African part of Brasil!]

Muchas gracias for sharing your holiday experiences from beginning to conclusion. ...very interesting reading, indeed. ...enjoyed viewing the photos and reading the commentary in your blog. I really thought the last "taxi boy" was simply gorgeous: beautiful, silkened skin, nice, sculptured physique, and...! I'd liked to have rendered a hot tongue bath on him all over. ...simply, simply mouthwatering. Hope you have a pleasant trip back to Washington, DC. Thanks a whole bunch for sharing! Axiom

This place was one of my favorites when I visited Buenos Aires. ...liked the architecture, the shops, and the overall ambiance.

Since your visits entail more than sexual liaisons, I'd suggest your visiting Salvador, (Bahia) Brazil, and instead of your doing this travel adventure solo-- engage the services of a superb gay guide who is certified and has his own company. He's on www.tripadvisor.com as well as in google.com; his name is Fernando. I've been to this city in Brasil and like it as well as its surrounding areas, and although Fernando was not my guide, but an amigo of mine engaged his services and was quite, quite pleased. {My now deceased gay travel agent who lived in Rio had me connect with Fernando's mentor.) of whom Fernando has the utmost respect. Fernando and I have been in touch of three occasions via extensive emails.} And, I am with you: "I am not thinking only about sex."

Tomcal, I, too, would like to join! Obrigado! Gracias!

After reading about the Brazilian saunas with "boys" in 1998 or 1999 written by Trilingual who began the initial post at www.daddysreviews.com-- I ventured to Rio de janeiro in 2002. My first sauna experience was at Roger's. ...went quite well because I'd read every post as well as sought answers to all of my queries. ...went back (twice) to Brazil in 2003 and subsequently 8X's later until 2011. Damn, has it been 7 years since I was last there! Time definitely escapes one!

The title of this thread is: "Barcelona Escorts on Planet Romeo," not about what transpired with me while I was at Thermas Barcelona. I'd most appreciate if a few of you would GET BACK ON TOPIC, or shut the fuck up! I do NOT need your advice about what I encountered and chose to do when I was in BCN at the Thermas. I plan to give this sauna a go again, so why offer what I deem needless, if not pointless? [While in saunas in Brasil, I wore towels or my boxers. No problem. ...had, what I thought a bad experience at Thermas, left, and that's that! I am quite cognizant as to how to handle my second visit! Remember the topic and respond if you can!

Even though I've done this venture 11X's during my visits to Rio de janeiro, I have never tired of the experience. ...same for the Hippie Faire on Sundays in Ipanema.

Perhaps I should have done what you stated; thus, there would not have been so much discussion about walking through parts of favelas! Thanks!

That's my initial intent for giving this place a second try! [I didn't like the sauna per se, I disliked having to wear only a towel and my good flip flops.]

I think Plalnetime was being facetious, but to take your question seriously, there is a forum devoted to Asia Travel and, and, and...!

That is what is called a "perpetual hard on!" ...looks good to me!

...am traveling to BCN (Barcelona) for six days/nights in September of this year (2018). ...have been scoping out prospects (XX or XXL) on www.planetromeo.com. ...any recommendations from past experiences? I do plan to find myself at Thermas as well. I'll eagerly and patiently await your hot recommendations! ...have been in touch with Lito Cruz who had an ad there approximately 3 weeks ago as well as on www.rentmen.com/LitoCruz. But there are others who interest me as well.

In 2002 or 2003 I obtained my information from a reputable guide book. When I arrived in Rio, I made my arrangements via phone; Sr. Marcelo Armstrong came to the hotel and discussed his tour/s with me; I booked, etc. I am quite cognizant that the environment is much different some 16 or 15 years later. If our OP desires a tour of a favela or favelas, I, too, would highly suggest that he contact the company first and discuss safety and other particulars. [When Sr Marcelo came to my hotel, I eagerly greeted him because we have the same surname. If his name is Vidal, I knew NOTHING about it, and he did not state otherwise when I introduced myself to him.]

Yes! Yes! Yes!

As mentioned by others- I'd suggest that you add Tijuca Rain Forest Jeep Tour, a visit to Rocinha Favela, Walking Tour from Marcelo Armstrong's company; he began this a few years back. I went with one of his representatives with three or four others and felt relatively safe and at ease. Do Lapa on a Friday night with local or with someone who speaks the language; take the "tram" to Santa Teresa and explore this barrio, beginning with the main street and venturing off. ...did this three times, once with a guide and the other times alone. ...enjoyed lunch at a restaurant which Samantha, a television traveler, touted. ...great ambiance, good, light lunch. Do a day tour of Petropolis; go to the Imperial Palace and to Crystal Museum. That's all that is there. a helicopter ride; take from Botofago near a restaurant. Lastly, I think you'd enjoy a show of music and dancing depicting the history of Rio and other areas in Brasil. I've done this three times: stellar eye candy, fantastic music and dancing, three evenings that I'll always remember. If you go with a tour company, eat dinner on your own instead of having it with company, and although going with a company-- you will NOT feel restricted or confined, and if my memory serves me correctly, my good friend and I did it on our own during my 3rd time. We went into a travel company and purchased our tickets. On our own we hailed a taxi (to and from) and had one hell of an enjoyable evening. ...haven't been back to Rio since the Olympics, but I'd check into the various venues that were constructed for this major event. If the new art museum has finally opened which had been in the works since 2011 or one or two years later, visit it as well. Hope these suggestions help.

Although I never had a problem regarding valuables or other possessions, I'd highly recommend that you have these items secured or hidden discreetly. One of my former acquaintances had hidden a good sum of reais behind a painting in his apartment. He found it missing after an amigo whom he trusted had left. - cologne- hidden if you're into it ---of course passport ---money ---watches ---cameras ---cell phone if you're not using it, etc., etc., etc....

I've always liked this man. He looks oh so friggin' sexy in these photos. Wonder if it's translated into memorable action that he's had/has.

On one of the major news channels today, I got a whiff of the change. ...did not hear particulars. Now I know and thank you for posting this. Although I liked IHOP for its breakfast fare, I did not frequent. Now, if they've gotten away from what they are known-- I know that I will NOT go there anymore. We don't need anymore burger joints in this country. If I want a burger-- I'll go to InNout, another place that does not see me often. I give myself a treat to a burger at this venue ever so often. Thanks again for the thread!

Tom- I met the owner when he was in Rio de janeiro at one point some many years past. ...passed by his house innumerable times while going back to "our once popular hotel." he was not ...remember keenly when he began building it, etc. ...had wanted to stay there at one point, but his nightly fee deterred me from doing this!

Numazu, ...have definitely enjoyed reading about your travels in Brasil. Your photos brought back memories which further piqued my interest for future travel to my favorite country, with Rio being my most favorite city based on some of the things that you wrote about it. I've always liked its omnipresent beat! ...loved the garotos website; unfortunately, I can't read Brasilian Portugese. That Arab guy, as he calls himself, is one hell of a hunk. While I viewed his innumerable photos-- I further yearned to be with him! Continue to write and share when time permits! Obrigado!