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      Bale flocorico for kids?

      Salvador da Bahia 6 hours ago

      Will be in Salvador in October and was wondering if the nightly florcorico dancing is suitable for kids? It seems like the theater is rather small, but the performance only lasts 45 minutes, all the kids in our group like music and dancing --so much I think they would want to walk around and dance!

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      Buses from city center to Lagoa da Conceição

      Florianópolis Apr 28, 2013 at 11:04 AM

      Does anyone knows if there are buses to go straight to Lagoa da Conceição or Joaquina from the city center of Florianopolis? thinking to go back there but don't know how to go by bus. Thanks!

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      A nice place to stay? booking in advance??

      Ilha Grande May 21, 2013 at 2:37 PM

      Hi,
      I am in Rio de Janeiro and would like to go to Ilha Grande next friday, the 24th of may 2013 until the 27th.
      I've been told that during weekends, it get's quite packed, and you need to book in advance;
      Since it is low season now, is this still recommended?

      Also: Does anybody can recommend me a place to stay? I am in my 30's, single traveller, would like to meet nice people, but not be in a place full with party-people.

      Thank you!!

      Saar

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      Permanent Visa

      Rio de Janeiro Yesterday

      Bom dia,
      I have officially moved to Ro de Janeiro. Can anyone recommend where to apply for my permanent Visa ?
      Obrigado,

      James

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      Ouro Preto

      Belo Horizonte May 19, 2013 at 9:18 AM

      How to get from Belo Horizonte to Ouro Preto?

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    • How to get to this Address

      Bùzios May 6, 2013 at 4:43 AM

      I am leaving Buzios tommorrow morning. Do not have an clear idea on how to get to this apartment in the area of Rio or Copacabana: The owner or manager wrote the following information: Se você chegar pelos Aeroportos Santos Dumont ou Galeão, pode pegar o ônibus "FRESCÃO" que o deixará a 50 metros do apto e da sede da Agência, onde retirará as chaves.
      Se chegar pela Rodoviária, o "frescão" também passa lá.
      Depois, peça ao motorista para descer na Avenida Princesa Izabel, esquina com Nossa Senhora de Copacabana. Siga pela Nossa Senhora de Copacabana e a próxima avenida é a Prado Junior. Entre à esquerda e logo chegará no número 48 = Agência Heidelberg.
      I am in Buzios right now. I am planning to take a taxi that will take to bus station, Auto Viacao 1001 from here to the airport at Rio de Janeiro. According to the directions given to me by the owner do I take the Frescao to my final destination? Will the Frescao take my two pieces of luggage? Any comments will be greatly appreciated. Thank You

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      From Airport to Football Ground.

      Brasília Yesterday

      I am planning to fly from Salvador to Brasilia for a game in the 2014 World Cup but time is tight so would it be best to go from the airport to the ground by Taxi or by Metro?

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      Is it posible tu buy and drive car in Brazila for stranger (EU) ?

      Brazil May 14, 2013 at 6:05 AM

      I have 1 month to drive around Brazil. I was thinking to buy a car and then to sell it at the end.

      Is it possible and does people practice it?

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    • How to get to Ilha Grande, recommendations on how long to stay and where to go

      Brazil Apr 28, 2013 at 5:12 AM

      How do you get to Ilha Grande, I've googled it and i can't find any references to how you get to the island?!?! Any recommendations on how long to stay and where to go on there.

      People say to book if in season and not if out of season as you can get fantastic deals. I'm going in September, is that in season or out??

      From research I see that people recommend Lopez Mendez beach, Abraoo Cove, Dois Rios, Dos Merlos, Saco de cue, blue lagoon, and Green Lagoon. Obviously theres a ton of places here, how plausible is it to all of them? and how do you get around the island, it looks massive, can you walk to all these places??

      Cheers again for all the help in advance!

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      Carnival 2014

      Rio de Janeiro May 20, 2013 at 7:36 PM

      We just found out that we will be in/around Rio during the start of Carnival 2014! We are just working on an itinerary for two weeks in Brazil, however things have changed since out recent discovery. Here's what we were thinking of doing:
      1/30 - Buenos Aires-Iguazu Falls
      1/31 - Iguazu - Salvador
      2/4 - Salvador - Ouro Preto(via Belo Horizonte)
      2/7-Ouro Preto-Rio
      2/10-Rio-Buzios
      2/14 Buzios to GIG(late flight home)
      I think getting accommodations on Rio on the dates suggested will be a nightmare! Should we go to Rio at the start of Carnival or perhaps the end of our trip 2/12-14?? Any advise would be greatly appreciated!

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    • Best way to visit, Suger Mountain, Corcovado Mountain and Christ Redeemer Statue?

      Brazil Apr 27, 2013 at 5:08 AM

      Hi, I was wondering what the best way to visit, Suger Mountain, Corcovado Mountain and Christ Redeemer Statue is? Do you have to do a tour? Looking for the best but cheapest way.. Any advice on things to do in Rio in general would also be fantastic!!
      Thanks, Lewis

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      Visa

      Brazil May 1, 2013 at 7:25 AM

      Canadian citizen living in England travelling by air from London to Peru via Sao Paulo. Airline from London to Lima is TAM.
      Is a visa required to change planes?
      Don't tell me 'it depends' on whether going landside or whatever - I would like to hear from Canadians who have changed planes in Sao Paulo, or who have travelled with someone with a Canadian passport. Thank you.

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    • Should I take US dollars or use my ATM

      Rio de Janeiro Apr 30, 2013 at 5:09 PM

      I will be leaving to Rio in a couple of days. I will be spending a couple of days in Buzios and seven nights in Rio. Should I take US cash with me? or should I use the local banks to withdraw money using my Bank's ATM? I need to pay for the rent of the places where I am staying at and also need to have cash for the bus transfer, dinning, etc. Any suggestions please help. Thank You

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      Why use a travel agent to buy your ticket?

      Brazil May 7, 2013 at 1:28 AM

      Bought two tickets to fly to Brazil from Flight Centre in London.
      Don't usually buy from travel agents as you pay commission on sales, preferring to buy online, but we did on this occasion due to various connecting flights.
      On transit we were stopped from boarding our flight to Brazil. My husband is British but me being Australian needed a visa. Dream holiday costing £2500, cancelled!
      Contacted our travel agent, only to be asked 'what passport do you have?' Now I appreciate it is our responsibility to ensure we have appropriate documentation for travel, but is it too much to expect that an agent gives you basic information regarding your flight before you buy such a costly holiday? Isn't that what you are paying commission for?
      The best bit....after raising our concerns with Flight Centre customer services, we received a letter negating any responsibility on their part (no surprises there) and then going on to say: sorry your trip to Mexico hadn't worked out???
      Flight Centre travel agents, since when is Brazil part of Mexico. didn't you even bother reading our email?

      I don't understand why anyone should buy tickets through a travel agent, why not just buy them online and do your own research??

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    • share transfer from Fortaleza to Jericoacoara

      Jericoacoara Nov 13, 2012 at 5:29 AM

      Hello, My husband and I would like to share a 4X4 hilux transfer (450 R$ for 4pp) from Fortaleza airport to Jericoacoara on Dec 1st. TAP flight from Lisbon landing at 8:55PM. We would also be interested in sharing the same transfer back Jeri to Fortaleza on Dec12. We are just two persons. There is room for two other pp max.in the car.Contact e mail: nathalie.lechaux@bbox.fr

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      Help on cost and how to get there!

      Iguassu Oct 26, 2012 at 11:39 AM

      Hi Me and wife landing IGR airport (Argentinian side therefore) at 11.30 am from EZE (BA) We are staying two nights. We have not booked accommodation yet but will be cheap - maybe a hostel or apartment. We think we should book in Puerto Iguazu (Arg side). We wish to see both sides. 1) So do we stay in Argentina side and find room there first question? 2) Then can we go from here to see Brazil side on first day after landing straight away because people say it can be seen half day? 3) How do we get to Brazil side and how much will it cost and how long will it take to get there in taxi or bus? 4) How much will it cost to enter the park for Brazil side? Second day we see Argentina side. 5) Again how do we get there how much will it cost and how long will it take to get there in taxi or bus? 6) How much will it cost to enter the park for full day? We leave Iguazu from IGU NOT IGR because we go to Rio and flight is 3 times cheaper. 7) How do we got to IGU from Puerto Iguazu (Arg side) and how much will it cost and how long will it take by bus or taxi. (Flight is 9.30 am and we have to check in 7.30). Please help I would love all of your advice. Thank you so much.

      13 Answers Jan 4, 2013 at 12:31 PM
    • Samba and Cooking Schools?

      Fortaleza Feb 21, 2012 at 1:38 PM

      Hello I am living in Fortaleza for a short time. I am looking for a place to take samba lessons and cooking lessons. Any suggestions? Thanks. Ann

      2 Answers Jul 9, 2012 at 6:51 PM
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      Dog Care on Fortaleza

      Fortaleza Feb 3, 2012 at 3:10 PM

      Hello All, I am relocating to Fortaleza for a 10-month fellowship that begins in March, 2012. I will be bringing my small dog with me, and I would like to know if anyone can recommend an excellent veterinarian and/or pet sitter in Fortaleza. My apartment will be near Iracema. Any other helpful information you could offer about having a dog in Foraleza would be especially appreciated. Thanks in advance.

      4 Answers Mar 16, 2012 at 3:35 PM
    • Beach community / neighborhood in or near Fortaleza

      Fortaleza Jan 27, 2012 at 3:44 AM

      I am currently living in Fortaleza, and am thinking of looking for a community outside Fortaleza to live, a place where close enough that I could drive to the city several times per week for work. I heard there are beach communities, nice areas where I could purchase a home, and be close to the beach, but it is not too far from the city. Can anyone recommend any areas?

      2 Answers Jan 27, 2012 at 7:47 PM
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      A general question : Is it safe to start a business in Fortaleza as a foreigner?

      Fortaleza Jan 10, 2012 at 8:46 AM

      Is it safe to start a business in Fortaleza or surroundings ( Recife, Natal, Joao Pessoa ) Some people say it's safe, but a lot of people here in Europe say it's very risky and dangerous. I would like to live in Brazil North East but i want to be sure. Thanks in advance, Bart

      5 Answers Feb 29, 2012 at 2:29 AM
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      Which country to stay in...??

      Iguassu Dec 20, 2011 at 7:52 AM

      Hi, I am due to be doing a family trip to South America at the end of Feb 2012 and we are planning to visit the Iguassu Falls area. However, whilst I definitely want to see the falls from both sides and see the Itapu dam, I am wondering if someone could recommend where it would be best to stay? I've heard that Ciudad Del Este is not a particularly nice place, but assumed that I'd need to stay here at least one night to make it easy to go and see the dam - but now I believe it is possible to do this from the Brazilian side too (thus meaning there'd be no need to stay in CdE)... is this true? Also, is it worth trying to stay in just one place and do all of the sightseeing and waterfall viewing from that place as a base.... or is it worth splitting our time between Foz do Iguazu and Puerto Iguazu just in order to (a) see both places and/or (b) make it easier to visit certain things? Finally, can anyone recommend either any places to stay in these towns or any other worthwhile sightseeing activities other than the dam and the falls? Thanks in advance, Darren

      10 Answers Dec 21, 2011 at 6:26 PM
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      How to visit Iguazu Falls, what to see/do in a day, and how?

      Iguassu Dec 14, 2011 at 7:29 AM

      I wish to visit Iguazu Falls, will be arriving IGU airport in the late afternoon, hoping to stay at the Sheraton, and will be there two nights. This leaves one full day for visiting Iguazu Falls. 1st: I assume it's easy to take a taxi to the Sheraton from IGU? I've read here on FT that it shouldn't be a problem, correct? 2nd: I'd like to see and do as much as possible in my one full day, what is recommended to see and do it all? I'd like to visit both sides, Brazil and the Argentina sides. Are there recommended tours? Do I pre-book such tours in advance? What should I not miss? I read some say it's best to see the Brazil side in the morning. If I stay at the Sheraton, how do I get to the Brazil side, and can I return to see the Argentina side? Basically, how can I see everything in a day? All information is greatly appreciated, thanks!

      20 Answers Dec 19, 2012 at 11:47 AM
    • Apartment search in Fortaleza

      Fortaleza Dec 11, 2011 at 12:45 PM

      Hello all. My Brazilian girlfriend and I are in Fortaleza for a one week vacation. We decided we love it and are going to look for an apartment and make the move. We'd like something furnished as a starter apartment, in an area of the city close to shopping, restaurants etc. Not too expensive, mid range probably is where we're at for now. Any suggestions on agents, or websites, to help us with our search?

      4 Answers Feb 10, 2013 at 5:01 AM
    • University or Language School in Fortaleza: student visa

      Fortaleza Dec 6, 2011 at 3:48 PM

      Hello all. I would like to study Portuguese in Fortaleza at a school that provides the document for a student visa. This is a document that I would then submit to the Brazilian consulate in Canada to apply for the student visa. It can be a university or language school. For example there is a course in Sao Paulo at Mackenzie University which is cheap and only two classes per week, which is perfect, and they provide the document for getting a student visa. I am wondering if there is something similar in Fortaleza.

      4 Answers Dec 15, 2011 at 11:18 AM
    • walking from Argentina to Brazil Side of the Falls

      Iguassu Aug 18, 2011 at 8:36 PM

      We are staying at the Sheraton at the Falls in November and would like to visit both sides... is it a reasonable walk from the Argentina side to the Brazilian... or will it require a cab or somesort of transporation ? ? I was told that we do not need a tour it can be done on our own; however I have been trying to find a walking map of the falls and connot seem to find one .... any suggestions ? ?

      2 Answers Aug 19, 2011 at 6:52 AM
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      Moving to Fortaleza and Seeking for Employment (Teaching English)

      Fortaleza Apr 18, 2011 at 2:34 AM

      I have posted a question before in this forum about moving to Fortaleza and asking for some advices around how difficult it is to get a job in Fortaleza, Brazil. But it seems to be deleted and I can not access it anymore and I am not quite sure why. I do not think I have used any offensive languages on my question before, I have read the guidelines and I do not think I have breach any of those points. Please help :)

      24 Answers Apr 18, 2011 at 2:50 PM
    • 2 stop flight from singapore to fortaleza

      Fortaleza Apr 15, 2011 at 10:42 AM

      hi,i'm a singaporean who will be traveling to fortaleza in may this year.its my 1st time traveling 30 hours with 2 stop flight n transfer another flight from SIA(singapore) TO TAP(portugal).exmaple singapore-zurich - zurich-lisbon -lisbon-fortaleza.could someone give me advises on what i should do n should not do...thank you...

      8 Answers Apr 17, 2011 at 1:42 PM
    • Private schools in Fortaleza

      Fortaleza Feb 18, 2011 at 1:01 PM

      Hi I will be moving to Fortaleza in July with my husband and 10 year old son. I have tried to search for private schools biligual or english would be perferred but can't seem to find any. Could anyone send me a list of private schools that I can contact when I am there in a few weeks. Thanks a bunch!

      5 Answers Apr 2, 2011 at 8:04 PM
    • travel from argentina to brasil

      Iguassu Feb 3, 2011 at 8:58 PM

      I am arriving at the Iguassu international airport in Argentina but planning to stay at a hotel in Brasil near the falls. Can someone pls tell me if any taxi or what type of transportation is available from the airport in Iguassu Argentina side to the falls in Brasil? Price? thanks a lot!

      1 Answer Feb 4, 2011 at 3:30 AM
    • Fitness

      Fortaleza Nov 14, 2010 at 11:03 AM

      Are there gyms in Fortalaza to train, lift weights, stay in shape etc...?

      1 Answer Nov 15, 2010 at 5:34 AM
    • Fortaleza apartments

      Fortaleza Aug 27, 2010 at 11:48 AM

      Hi, could anyone help me , where is the best place to stay in Fortaleza planing to rent apartment. Also if you know anyone who you can trust for apartment. Don't feel comfotable to pay a head. Thanx Mario

      2 Answers Dec 3, 2010 at 10:14 PM
    • Bus from Canoa Quebrada

      Canoa Quebrada Aug 26, 2010 at 4:38 AM

      Hello, Can someone give me information on buses from Canoa Quebrada to Natal? I can't seem to find much info on the web! Would like to know times they go and approx cost and if you have to book? Thanks Simon

      1 Answer Aug 26, 2010 at 4:47 AM
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      Looking to be an English teacher/tutor in Fortaleza

      Fortaleza Aug 31, 2009 at 3:48 PM

      I'm planning to move to the Fortaleza area to establish some business ventures and marry my Brazilian fiancée. But as a backup plan, I'd like to teach English privately. I would like to find a private school in need of a literate, native English speaker. My fiancée and I have even been talking about starting an English school (she is an English teacher, too). I test better than the 99th percentile in competency, and have experience tutoring English to speakers of many languages. I'm doing well at learning Portuguese and became quite popular on livemocha.com for my detailed explanation of English difficulties - in Portuguese. Although I've not obtained an ESL certification, I would certainly do so if really necessary. Any advice on where to look? Thank you so much! Joe

      8 Answers May 19, 2010 at 1:29 PM
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      Fortaleza

      Fortaleza Aug 11, 2009 at 7:57 AM

      Heloo all. Coming to Fortaleza for a bit of wind down after a 9 day stay in Buenos Aires next month. Any recommendations as to where to stay? Neighborhoods etc.... I hear of the fantastic beaches in Ceara...but are the beaches in the city also nice? clean? Thanks for any tips.

      2 Answers Aug 31, 2009 at 7:31 AM
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      In town January 16 through January 27

      Fortaleza Jan 4, 2009 at 9:05 PM

      This will be my first time in Fortaleza. I have a few friends living in Brazil, but none in Fortaleza. I'll be looking at real estate primarially, but I plan to get out and about to some of the clubs while I'm there. If anyone, especially folks with local knowledge, wants to meet up for a drink, I'd be all over it. On an unrelated note, are there any dive (scuba) operators in Fortaleza who allow spearfishing on their charters? Kind of obscure question, I know.

      2 Answers Jan 5, 2009 at 6:43 AM
    • Golf in Fortaleza ?

      Fortaleza Nov 6, 2008 at 12:43 AM

      Hi, Is there any Golf courses closed to Fortaleza? And what are green free prices? br Olli

      4 Answers Jul 9, 2010 at 6:40 PM
    • Safety in Fortaleza?

      Fortaleza Sep 12, 2008 at 7:21 AM

      I'm planning a trip to Fortaleza this fall and I was wondering how safe is it in Fortaleza? There have been a few comments that it is the second dangerous city in Brazil?? Thanks!

      4 Answers Jan 2, 2009 at 9:01 AM
    • Hotels in Iguassu (Also question on trip to Paraguay)

      Iguassu Jun 25, 2008 at 7:32 AM

      HI all, my wife and I and a colleague are looking for a comfortable hotel ($50 to80 a night) near (within a couple of kilometers) the Mabu Thermas and Resort in Foz do Iguassu. We'll be there the first week of August for 6 days (is this high season for tourists within Brazil?). While there we want to spend a day or two traveling in Paraguay. How long is the trip by bus to Asuncion from Foz do Iguasssu? saludos, Grumpus

      6 Answers Jun 29, 2008 at 6:22 PM
    • Surf Shop

      Fortaleza Jun 20, 2008 at 3:22 PM

      Visiting Fortaleza in August and would like to find out if there are any surf shops in Fortaleza? Please let me know the address and phone number. What is the price range of the surf board (long board)? Thanks, LAXGRUFOR

      4 Answers Jun 22, 2008 at 9:53 PM
    • Nightlife of the city

      Fortaleza May 19, 2008 at 6:02 AM

      I’m visiting this great city in June 08 (less than three weeks away), can you someone please shed some light in all the happenings in the city especially the nightlife. I am also hoping to get some well earned rest, can one suggest a nice place within the city where one can relax without experiencing any hassles. My stay is 10 days and I am hoping not to experience any dull moment. Many thanks

      2 Answers May 31, 2008 at 12:29 AM
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      Jericoacoara

      Jericoacoara Apr 10, 2008 at 6:20 PM

      Anybody knows about a good posada in Jericoacoara (Beach, not town)? We are looking for something nice, quite, clean, close to the beach and affordable..... Thanks¡

      2 Answers May 18, 2008 at 11:15 AM
    • Going alone to Fortaleza

      Fortaleza Mar 12, 2008 at 1:17 PM

      I am a Norwegian guy travelling alone to Fortaleza this march. Are there any of you Virtual Tourist members that will be in Fortaleza during march? I would be lovely to meet up with some of you who actuelly live in this brilliant part of Brazil that I have been reading about for weeks and weeks. I work as a management consultant in Norway and have a very hectic everyday life. I very much look forward to visiting Brasil, recharding my batteries, getting some sun on my back, and basically having a great time! Regards from Norway. Bjarte

      2 Answers Mar 14, 2008 at 5:15 PM
    • fortaleza questions???

      Estado do Ceará Nov 17, 2007 at 8:42 AM

      hi we intend renting a car for our stay south of fortaleza at porto das dunas. we cannot find any info re. exact locations and recommendations for parking lots in central fortaleza and local car rental companies(other than the obvious hertz/avis etc). we would also like as many recommendations as possible for restaurants(1) as near to porto das dunas as possible and then gradually moving further into fortaleza. what about shopping for local crafts, clothes, shoes,etc.?? another general brazilian question re. which money to bring from the UK. many thanks

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      Language school in Fortaleza

      Fortaleza Jun 15, 2007 at 8:25 PM

      Hey, does anybody know of a good language school that gives private lessons?? My portuguese is getting better, but I want to learn more advanced gramma. If anybody has contacts, telefone, email etc... I would be gratefull!! Regards, Andreas

      13 Answers Mar 11, 2013 at 7:15 AM