Hey all,

A couple of friends and I are heading to Rio de Janeiro for Carnival 2007. I was wondering if anyone had an advice on getting Sambodromo parade tickets ahead of the trip.

A quick google search came up with several websites (carnaval.com, carnivalservice.com, amorbrasil.net, rioturismoradical.com.br, rio-carnival.net, etc). Has anyone ordered tickets through these vendors (or better yet recommend a vendor)?

Also, is it possible to get tickets to any of the balls in advance? Or is it easier just to get the tickets when we arrive?

Thanks.

Wes