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By Coach Merrill
December 23rd 2008

Journey to Salvador South America » Brazil » Bahia » Salvador

I hadn't had a good night sleep or shower in many days but can I think about that now, No. I had to get to the bus station. I wasn't sure what time the bus was and I wanted to beat the hundreds of boat passengers who would be showing up behind me. Dong Hwan went with me despite his having a plane the next day. If the bus wasn't till later, we were going to grab a much deserved bite together. I was very fortunate to have him with me because it was a nightmare. There was only one bus [View Full Entry]

By Uel and Amy
December 21st 2008

Salvador Sightseeing South America » Brazil » Bahia » Salvador

Elevator up to the older part of Salvador
It costs 5 centavos (~2 cents) to go up or down. The views from above were amazing.

We rented a car for the morning (the driver was also our tour guide) to check out the city of Salvador. After a few days at the all inclusive beach resort "Stella Mares" we were ready to venture out beyond the pool and beach! The tour guide showed us the best and worst of Salvador. It was humbling to see how the majority of people live day to day. The contrast between the poverty and the rich areas was stark. We walked along numerous cobbled streets in the city and meandered our way up to a famous church, which was closed...on [View Full Entry]

By Gates Travelers
December 18th 2008

Visit to Slavador South America » Brazil » Bahia » Salvador

Downtown

On our last full day in Prai do Forte, we decided to visit the historic city of Salvador. As with most places in Brazil, you cannot just drive yourself around unfamiliar places due to the dangerous areas for tourists. Our friend Eduardo helped us with a guide from the area and he took us around on a private tour for half the cost. Patricia's Mom and Dad were a bit concerned about us going to Salvador /Praia do Forte since we aren't from the area. We haven't had one problem, but this was a good week to visit just to be [View Full Entry]

By Gates Travelers
December 16th 2008

The tale of the killer monkey... South America » Brazil » Bahia » Salvador

Lucas
Lucas chillin' in the Sand

So yesterday we headed to town after Lucas' nap to grab some lunch. On our way out, we walked through some cute little streets covered with guava and mango trees, and quiet old ladies sitting on their porch watching the time go by. It was very relaxing. Michael and I talked away, and Lucas just chilled on his stroller. From the corner of my eye, I saw something gray moving on a tree branch as I walked by. My first thought was: ah, a squirel! Then, after i realized that there are very few to NO squirels in Brazil (to my [View Full Entry]

By Gates Travelers
December 16th 2008

Just visted the turtle reserve Projeto Tamar South America » Brazil » Bahia » Salvador

Pescadores
These fishermen have been out at sea for 5 days!

This morning we went to the beach again. Lucas is in love with the sand!! After we swam and gave Lucas anap we ventured into the downtown area to take some pics. Patricia struck up a conversation with some fisherman who just came back from a 5 day trip. They unloaded a bunch of peixes, but it was a small catch to them. Apparently the recent full moon affected how many fish were out because of the light. Who knew? Lucas was into running around as much as he could get away with, but he didn't care too much about the [View Full Entry]

By Gates Travelers
December 15th 2008

Lemonade with NO sugar??? South America » Brazil » Bahia » Salvador

Ok, so I'm Brazilian, so I'm 'supposed' to know how things work down here, and not be too shocked or surprised by much of the local's way of doing things....BUT. This morning, Michael and I were taking turns taking Lucas to the water to play, while the other would chill out by the hotel bar and relax for a while. So while Michael was relaxing, he ordered himself a 'Caipirinha', which is the famously delicious alcoholic drink that I'm sure we've all heard about. All good, I can't have one right now, but hey, no big deal. When I get back, [View Full Entry]

By Gates Travelers
December 14th 2008

We Made It!!!! South America » Brazil » Bahia » Salvador

Well, we made it to our hotel in one piece! Lucas survived the long journey, and Michael and I didnt' kill each other in the process :)! Everything went pretty smoothly leaving Atlanta, and even though we don't normally fly to Brazil on layovers, this time b/c of the price difference, we headed to NYC, to then hop on a plane to Brazil....I know, geographically it makes NO SENSE! Take it up w/ Delta... The layover went pretty smoothly though. When we first arrived in NYC around 3pm I was starving, so b/c the JFK aiport is so huge, you have [View Full Entry]

By Flo
December 1st 2008

I´m starting to get the impression that everyday is samba day here South America » Brazil » Bahia » Salvador

Bahiart

It takes 32 hours to bus it from Rio to Salvador...that sounds like a horrible journey I know, but the comfortable air-con buses mean it´s not too bad, plus we´re used to the huge distances by now. We decided to go so far north in one go for a couple of reasons...Rio state was forecast yet more bad weather, so we´re hunting sunshine, but also we realise that it´ll be Christmas in 3.5 weeks and we need to get to where we want to spend the holidays before all the hotels fill up. We think we want to be around Trancoso, [View Full Entry]

By bluenazar
October 2nd 2008

Havin a whale of a time South America » Brazil » Bahia » Salvador

Humpback Whale
Praia do Forte

One of the great feats of our time is our ability to just jump on a plane and within the space of a few hours be surrounded by timeless sandy beaches, warm tranquil water with colours of turqoise and teal that shimmer against a harsh sun beating down onto its surface. Whilst sipping on my Caparinha the national Brazilian drink consisting of cacaca, crushed lime, sugar and lots if ice to quench even the most strongest thirst I ponder to myself this is the life! A couple hours north of Salvador Brazil is a small town called Praia do Forte. [View Full Entry]

By JulieandDarian
October 2nd 2008

#54 - Crime, Caipirinhas and Cafe Manhana South America » Brazil » Bahia » Salvador

View from the Pelo

Salvador de Bahia, Brazil - 28 Sep - 2 Oct 08 There are two sides to this beautiful old Brazilian city, and if you can stay away from trouble it’s a lovely place to visit. We met with our fair share of turbulence in the Bahia state capital, so we’re not hurrying back there soon, but if your in this part of the world its worth exploring for a few days, especially if it’s your first stop after Europe - it’s definitely one of the cheapest South American gateways. Leaving Spain on a high, we touched down to the cheers of [View Full Entry]

One of the fortresses that guarded the old Portugese colony

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