I'm all set, the tickets have been purchased. I'm going to Italy in July!

Now, all I need to do is figure out where the capoeira groups/games are, find places to stay, and have an overall stellar time.

Anyone have any recommendations on places to see, inexpensive places to stay (I generally do couchsurfing or hosteling), people I need to meet?

Next step... buying a quad band, unlocked mobile... *sigh*