it is often futile to try to make plans weeks or even days in advance - although a carioca may respond positively in the moment, it is likely that these plans will fall through, as new plans, opportunities, and commitments emerge.

environmental factors are part of the reason for the development of this trait. in part, the unpredictable climate in rio has affected the way that people approach planning - if it is sunny, it makes sense to hop in a car and travel to the beaches in barra da tijuca, but if it is cloudy or raining it is much more appealing to head to a pool bar in botafogo.