Very very very true.  I can tell you some amazing stories about my ex girlfriend from Rio.  To be fair, I cheated on her on her birthday. I wrote about that in my biography, 3 Years to Live.  The Chapter is called, "I'm an Asshole".  Brasileiras LOVE drama.  Never a dull or boring day.  The sex is the best with Brasileiras to be honest.  I've dated girls in Latin America from Paraguay, Uruguay, Argentina, Colombia, Brazil, Peru, Mexico and I think it's safe to say girls from Brazil rock! 
Barry you sound like a smart guy and welcome to the forum!