It's time to relocate to Rio de Janeiro?

[HannibalLector]

I have a deep affection for Rio, particularly the Leblon area. It’s my favorite, and just a brief flight from Buenos Aires offers a more favorable climate and an enjoyable beach life. Plus, it’s become more politically and economically stable, and now it's also more affordable.

I'm feeling scared due to the negative tales about Rio. I’d really appreciate having someone to guide and support me—are there any services that offer this?

Is AirBNb safe in Rio ?

 

[Betsy Ross]

My friends go to Rio all the time. I don't think you need to be scared at all. It's not as safe as BA but as long as you're careful you should be ok. The cost of living there is a lot lower now with the exchange rate here and also the devaluation of their currency. Airbnbs are safe there.

 

[Wally]

I have a deep affection for Rio, particularly the Leblon area. It’s my favorite, and just a brief flight from Buenos Aires offers a more favorable climate and an enjoyable beach life. Plus, it’s become more politically and economically stable, and now it's also more affordable.

I'm feeling scared due to the negative tales about Rio. I’d really appreciate having someone to guide and support me—are there any services that offer this?

Is AirBNb safe in Rio ?

Sounds like you've already been to Rio so you know it ok. Rio at night in some areas you have to be careful but never had any issues there. I'm not sure if he is still around but there used to be a guy named Bobby in Rio He owns a travel agency there and all around good guy.

Blame It On Rio Travel / Money exchange · R. Xavier da Silveira, 15 - Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22061-010, Brasilien

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[earlyretirement]

Sounds like you've already been to Rio so you know it ok. Rio at night in some areas you have to be careful but never had any issues there. I'm not sure if he is still around but there used to be a guy named Bobby in Rio He owns a travel agency there and all around good guy.

Blame It On Rio Travel / Money exchange · R. Xavier da Silveira, 15 - Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22061-010, Brasilien

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Ah Bobby! Good to know he is still around! I've known Bobby for about 20 years. He has owned Blame it on Rio for a long time. I haven't spoken to him in over a decade. Good to know he is still there in Rio. He is a great guy.

I used to own an apartment in Rio for many years and Bobby's office was just a few blocks away. He has always been a great guy. Airbnb's are fine there. I'm not sure if the owner of ApartmentsRio is still living there but Johnny is also a great guy and his website is https://apartmentsrio.com. That was the first franchise I sold almost 2 decades ago!

 

[Surfer]

Ah Bobby! Good to know he is still around! I've known Bobby for about 20 years. He has owned Blame it on Rio for a long time. I haven't spoken to him in over a decade. Good to know he is still there in Rio. He is a great guy.

I used to own an apartment in Rio for many years and Bobby's office was just a few blocks away. He has always been a great guy. Airbnb's are fine there. I'm not sure if the owner of ApartmentsRio is still living there but Johnny is also a great guy and his website is https://apartmentsrio.com. That was the first franchise I sold almost 2 decades ago!

Two names I haven't heard in a while. I met Bobby before back in the early 2000's in Rio. He rented an apartment to me a few times. Before Airbnb days. I also rented a few apartments from Johnny at ApartmentsRio!

Rio is great. I love the beach life there. My only downside is I don't speak Portuguese but I like the laid back life there. Food is good too. I am getting ready to relocate from the USA to South America next year. I was thinking of BA but with the higher cost of living I will probably move to Brazil. I have never had any problems in Rio @HannibalLector

 

[James Bond]

I have a deep affection for Rio, particularly the Leblon area. It’s my favorite, and just a brief flight from Buenos Aires offers a more favorable climate and an enjoyable beach life. Plus, it’s become more politically and economically stable, and now it's also more affordable.

I'm feeling scared due to the negative tales about Rio. I’d really appreciate having someone to guide and support me—are there any services that offer this?

Is AirBNb safe in Rio ?

Rio is great! We thought about living there because it is so close to Argentina but neither me or my girlfriend speaks Portuguese and she has a lot of friends and family in Spain. I have been to Rio all the time. One time at night by the beach some kids tried to rob me. You have to be careful there. Especially after dark.

 

[MickMolloy]

How do expats get cash in Rio ? Western Union like here ? Or is it easier less fees to use credit cards and ATMs ?

 

[James Bond]

How do expats get cash in Rio ? Western Union like here ? Or is it easier less fees to use credit cards and ATMs ?

Just use ATM card. No problem at all with the banking system there. I've never used Western Union in Rio as my bank cards all work ok in any ATM machine. You can withdraw large amounts of money unlike Argentina.

 

[MickMolloy]

Has anyone travelled from Buenos Aires to Rio by bus ? What was your experience?

 

[Bob]

How do expats get cash in Rio ? Western Union like here ? Or is it easier less fees to use credit cards and ATMs ?

Western Union works ok but atm machines are fine. No issues at all. Only limited by what your bank will let you withdraw. I have taken out plenty of money there. Just try to avoid doing it at night. Some areas have sketchy people watching at night but during the day in busy areas is fine.

I have never taken a bus but some friends have to save money. You can from Retiro station on a long-distance bus. Some companies are Crucero del Norte, JBL Internacional, or Flecha Bus. That is a long distance! Almost 1,700 miles. It takes about 46 hours. Try to get semi-came or camp-suite which has more room but more expensive.

You will arrive at the Novo Rio Bus Terminal. My friend said he took a weekday trip which is much cheaper than weekends. It is much cheaper than plane usually but check flights as sometimes they have flight deals. 2-3 departures each day.

Any reason you want to take a bus @MickMolloy vs. flying? I don't think flights are too expensive to Rio and much easier!

 

[Darksider415]

Has anyone travelled from Buenos Aires to Rio by bus ? What was your experience?

My wife and I took the JBL one when we went to RJ for our wedding party. It was pretty nice, and given the current prices for flying, with everyone in Argentina going there instead of Mar del Plata to take advantage of the currency weakening, it might be worth it.

It was scheduled for 41 hours but we ended up taking 46, but it was relaxed and I got some great photos going through the Serra das Araras

 

[import export]

My wife and I took the JBL one when we went to RJ for our wedding party. It was pretty nice, and given the current prices for flying, with everyone in Argentina going there instead of Mar del Plata to take advantage of the currency weakening, it might be worth it.

It was scheduled for 41 hours but we ended up taking 46, but it was relaxed and I got some great photos going through the Serra das Araras

Yes the JBL is quite nice. One way flights to Rio are about $500 to $600 dollars these days. Round trip tickets usually are about $600 to $700 right now. I have taken the JBL before and as long as you aren't in a hurry it is fine. As @Darksider415 mentioned you can go through some great views.

Many, many Argentines are going to Brazil now instead of staying here so not quite sure how busy the buses will be. Well worth it if time is on your side.

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[Vince]

My wife and I took the JBL one when we went to RJ for our wedding party. It was pretty nice, and given the current prices for flying, with everyone in Argentina going there instead of Mar del Plata to take advantage of the currency weakening, it might be worth it.

It was scheduled for 41 hours but we ended up taking 46, but it was relaxed and I got some great photos going through the Serra das Araras

My family also did that JBL trip a few years ago. Great and smooth trip. It did take about 45 hours so a few more than they said. About the same as @Darksider415 but some of the scenery was beautiful. Very comfortable ride.

 

[MickMolloy]

Any reason you want to take a bus @MickMolloy vs. flying? I don't think flights are too expensive to Rio and much easier!

After ten years travelling around the world living the digital nomad life never a missed flight or any problem my luck all ran out at once and it took me 82 hours to get from Sydeny Australia to Buenos Aires. This included 20+ hour stays in New Zealand and Santiago laying on airport floors unable to sleep as my flights were continually cancelled and delayed.

When I finally arrived in BS AS I had booked the cheapest hotel I could find since I was planning to get an AirBnb the next day. Well when I arrived there was no hot water in this hotel. I always get sick from flying anyway, I knew if I took a cold shower I would have pneumonia for the next 6 months. So 80 hours travel, no sleep, and when I finally arrived I had to go to bed without a shower. I have so much PTSD I don't know if I can ever step foot in an airport again

 

[oil rush]

After ten years travelling around the world living the digital nomad life never a missed flight or any problem my luck all ran out at once and it took me 82 hours to get from Sydeny Australia to Buenos Aires. This included 20+ hour stays in New Zealand and Santiago laying on airport floors unable to sleep as my flights were continually cancelled and delayed.

When I finally arrived in BS AS I had booked the cheapest hotel I could find since I was planning to get an AirBnb the next day. Well when I arrived there was no hot water in this hotel. I always get sick from flying anyway, I knew if I took a cold shower I would have pneumonia for the next 6 months. So 80 hours travel, no sleep, and when I finally arrived I had to go to bed without a shower. I have so much PTSD I don't know if I can ever step foot in an airport again

Yikes! That is a brutal flight from Australia to BA. I have done that a time or two. I did not enjoy that flight. Bus sounds like it would be perfect for you.

 

[Avocado]

Has anyone travelled from Buenos Aires to Rio by bus ? What was your experience?

I took bus a decade ago and very easy experience. Just bring some books. Long journey. 2 days of traveling.

 

[Johnny]

I want to visit Rio so badly! I may try next month while I am in BA. I heard amazing things about it.

 

[JorgBhack]

I have a deep affection for Rio, particularly the Leblon area. It’s my favorite, and just a brief flight from Buenos Aires offers a more favorable climate and an enjoyable beach life. Plus, it’s become more politically and economically stable, and now it's also more affordable.

I'm feeling scared due to the negative tales about Rio. I’d really appreciate having someone to guide and support me—are there any services that offer this?

Is AirBNb safe in Rio ?

Take the bus. Affordable and safe. We used Jbl line. It is a 2 day trip but uneventful. Good scenery in parts of the trip. Airbnbs are not a problem but beware most aren't as nice as the photos. BA's STR market is much better and more options.