18 Dias em Brasil
In and around Brazil
During the two times I worked at Walt Disney World, I met many friends from around the world. Most of these friends were Brazilian. I quickly realized how kind and hospitable Brazilians are. It was a refreshing change from the American culture. Brazilians greet each other with a kiss, they're quite open, and their hospitality is more than generous. I've been pondering a trip to Brazil for a while now. "Come visit!" all my friends said. Finally after so long I've saved enough money and figured that after I start a career I won't have much more of an opportunity. So, I scheduled my trip May 17 to June 5, right after graduation and just before I start working.
The minute I told my friends that I was visiting Brazil they immediately invited me to stay with them, even pick me up from the airport. This is Brazilian hospitality at its best. It will certainly save me a great deal of money. Only in Rio will I be alone and staying at a hostel. Below is my plan.
17 May - Depart Boston 18 -22 May - São Paulo with my friend Debora 22 - 24 May - Porto Alegre with my friend Mariane 24 - 31 May - Curitiba with my friend Renato 31 May - 2 June - Rio de Janeiro solo 2 - 4 June - Belo Horizonte with my friend Carol 5 June - Arrive in Boston
FACTS 18 days 4 friends 5 cities 5 states 10,824 miles of travel
View a map of my travel route.
Route taken and entries by Real Traveler Andy Otto
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1
São Paulo
(5.21.06) It is my last day in São Paulo and so far I'd say I've done a good amount of things, but it's such a huge and monsterous city I feel I've... Continue reading »
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Porto Alegre
(5.23.06) Yesterday I ended up taking a walk to Parque Farroupilha which is a very large park near to where I'm staying. It has places to eat, a la... Continue reading »
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Curitiba
(5.31.06) I spent a week in Curitiba and only now do I have time to write about it. Renato picked me up from the airport after a 3.5 hour delay. He dr... Continue reading » -
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Rio de Janeiro
(5.31.06) This morning I left Renato in Curitiba and flew to Rio de Janeiro. When I arrived in Rio, I found that fewer people spoke English than I tho... Continue reading » -
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Belo Horizonte
(6.8.06) The last stop on my Brazil trip was fantastic. In only two and a half days I accomplished a lot thanks to my friend and host Carol. She picke... Continue reading »
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