The ULTIMATE guide to Rio Carnival as an American first timer!

I planned my first trip to Rio Carnival with little to no help other than the internet and some educated guesses and it was a BLAST! So here is your one stop shop understanding all you need to to know If you want to party with the Carioca's at the best Carnival on earth. Please ask any questions in the comments!
The hostel we stayed at: www.selina.com (Lapa)
Tickets for Sambadrome: www.riocarnava...
link to my travel card that makes all of this travel a little easier:
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