many cariocas from other parts of the city are beginning to take note of favela parties - depending on which favela is visited during réveillon, tickets can cost anywhere from $15 to $500 per person.

also in rio's south zone is vidigal, reputed as the 'favela chic' - and gaining a reputation for prime real estate and for hosting exciting parties. visitors here can expect delicious and authentic food and drinks, a warm reception, not to mention fantastic views stretching out over the ocean, leblon, and ipanema beach.