You are correct, I will marry my spouse in Brazil and then file a spousal visa. In regard to the intent to marry, yes I'm referring to making it public for 15 days and then getting married within 90 days after, which of course means I have to fly back to Brazil very quickly.
Yes, I was literally able to get an interview in 2 months, no joking. I met someone who has a girlfriend that's Brazilian and he's the one that educated me on the tourist visa and suggested it. I checked every single day and slowly moved her appointment up until it fell during the week for me to visit her. I could've got her an appointment within a week of applying but she never flew on a plane, so I wanted to be there for her first time.
Unfortunately, I'm the only one that makes money. We were TOO optimistic about the visa process, so she never got a job. I don't mind it though because I do make good money, but it's very expensive to fly to Brazil. We are going to Rio for her interview to get denied, but it's exciting to travel as a couple for the first time.
Maybe I'll look into the Caribbean once we're married, and she's comfortable flying.