I have been to Paraty probably five or six times, but never during the cachaça festival. But it is my sense that the location draws an...
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replied to a Thorn Tree thread called Cachaca festival - Paraty in the Americas - South America Branch
about 20 hours ago -
replied to a Thorn Tree thread called Paraty vs. Buzios? in the Americas - South America Branch
I agree with the geographical dilemma point. Both locations are wonderful, but you are putting yourself in the situation of having to...
27 days ago -
replied to a Thorn Tree thread called Security of SEDEX in the Americas - South America Branch
Why not make a bank transfer or use a credit card and avoid the whole worry?
about 1 month ago -
replied to a Thorn Tree thread called Pregnant in Rio - is Tijuca National Park safe? in the Americas - South America Branch
Don´t worry. Use repellant. Not a real issue. Go enjoy a hike in the Tijuca forest....
about 1 month ago -
replied to a Thorn Tree thread called How much will I need?? in the Americas - South America Branch
The first time we went to Ilha Grand we planned to stay for three days - but we ended up staying for 7. It is indeed a magical place. We...
about 1 month ago -
replied to a Thorn Tree thread called State of flooding in Pantanal in the Americas - South America Branch
The Pantanal is a WETLANDS - flooding is the lifeblood of the area. All of the wildlife (except the humans) are THRILLED when it is...
about 1 month ago -
replied to a Thorn Tree thread called Pics of Brasil in the Americas - South America Branch
Wonderful photos -- thanks for posting.
about 1 month ago -
replied to a Thorn Tree thread called belo horizonte ,worth visit ? in the Americas - South America Branch
Also - there is a train (rare in Brazil) that goes from BH to Victoria. It´s a nice ride......
about 1 month ago -
replied to a Thorn Tree thread called belo horizonte ,worth visit ? in the Americas - South America Branch
You MUST chek this out for Ouro Preto at Easter! http://qualidadedevida-jim.blogspot.com.br/2010/04/easter-procession-in-ouro-preto.html...
about 1 month ago -
replied to a Thorn Tree thread called Carnival: Rio or Salvador in the Americas - South America Branch
In my experience -- if you are a teenager or younger than 30 you will have a great time in Salvador. Go for it....
2 months ago -
replied to a Thorn Tree thread called Volunteer Programs in Rio in the Americas - South America Branch
I like the idea of agreeing with "Amor" - but beyond typos - everything said above rings true with me. ;-) Make a financial donation......
2 months ago -
replied to a Thorn Tree thread called Pricelevel in Rio de Janeiro in the Americas - South America Branch
We basically ONLY eat PF or por Kilo (except on special occasions). But the OP mentioned mid-high end restaurnats...
3 months ago -
replied to a Thorn Tree thread called Itinerary Across Brazil in the Americas - South America Branch
I agree with the idea of more time in Ouro Preto. While Paraty is wonderful, it is quite small - perhaps two nights is enough. Spend more...
3 months ago -
replied to a Thorn Tree thread called Eco tours in Cuiaba Pantanal - Need to book ahead? in the Americas - South America Branch
You can just show up... but your choices deminish. If you have something specific in mind - best to book ahead. But there are LOTS of...
3 months ago -
replied to a Thorn Tree thread called Pricelevel in Rio de Janeiro in the Americas - South America Branch
Hey 10caip -- where oh where are you finding dinner in a restaurant for R$10 ??!!
3 months ago

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