BRAZIL 2024
DEC. 26 - JAN 4
CALENDAR
SKIP FORWARD TO DECEMBER TO SEE UPCOMING EVENTS
CONFIRMED ATTENDEES
ALYSSA
DEC.17 - JAN. 04
MAYRA
DEC. 26 - JAN. 4
GABI
DEC. 26 - JAN. 4
DYUNA
LEE
DEC.17 - JAN. 04
JP
DEC. 26 - JAN. 4
KALLE
DEC. 26 - JAN. 4
AMANDA
ANDREW
DEC. 25 - JAN. 4
LILY
DEC. 26 - JAN. 4
JAOQUIN
DEC. 26 - JAN. 4
AYANA
HARRIET
DEC. 25 - JAN. 4
GRANDE HOTEL DA BARRA
Rua do Forte de São Diogo, 02 - Porta da Barra, Salvador - BA | 40130-170, Brasil
Tel: (71) 2106-8600
Check-in: 2:00pm Check-out: 12:00pm
MAP
24-hour front desk
Tel: (71) 2106-8600
BUFFET
7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
BEACH
Porto Da Barra
PLAY ROOM
POOL
TOMBADILHO RESTAURANT
Next to the pool, the restaurant has an American bar with delicious drinks and snacks. 12PM - 9PM
THINGS TO DO
Porto Da Barra
We sit with Betto at the end near the fisherman’s ramp.
Near Santa Maria Fort
Barra Church
Located on Ladeira da Barra, it was built at the end of the 16th century and stands out for its classic architectural features. Also it is where Lee’s mom had her first marriage!
Marcado Modelo
Handicraft market located in the Comércio district, one of the oldest and most traditional shopping areas in the city. Restaurant at the top with ocean views.
Boat Ride
Go out with the fisherman and be rowed around the coast
Bonfim's Church
Famous Catholic temple, located in Sagrada Colina, in Salvador. It is there that the famous Bonfim Ribbons are distributed.
Lacerda's elevator
Elevador Lacerda The Elevador Lacerda is the first urban elevator in the world and is one of the main sights and postcards of the city.
Fort Santa Maria
The Forte de Santa Maria is a historical site located off the beach of Porto da Barra, in the Barra neighborhood. This location was the original port of the city of .,
Pellorinho
This is where Michael Jackson shot the music video “They Don’t Care About Us.”
the Pelourinho remains a cultural hub for the Afro-Brazilian community, whose cuisine, architecture, religion and music exert a salient influence on the neighborhood
Shopping Barra
Av. Centenário, 2992 - Chame-Chame, Salvador - BA, 40149-900, Brazil
Shopping, Cinema, Food Court, Restaurants
FAQs
Do I need a Visa?
US, Swedish, South Korean, and Columbian citizens do not need visa’s to enter Brazil. Nicaraguan citizens DO need a tourist visa.
What airport do I fly into?
Salvador, Bahia / SSA
What do I do when I arrive at SSA airport?
Pre-arrange a shuttle offered (for a fee) by Hotel Grande da Barra
Pre-arrange a taxi to pick you up from the airport. Lee can arrange with his driver Fernando.
Uber
What are some safety precautions?
Don’t be flashy
Don’t bring attention to yourself or group
Hide your money
Don’t go with strangers
How will we all communicate?
We can start a group chat! For phones, iMessage is free to use internationally.
What’s the weather going to be like?
85 degrees F / 77 degrees at night
Does Uber work?
Yes, Uber is a safe method of transportation to use in Brazil. In fact, ordering an Uber is generally much safer than walking or using the metro in large cities, especially at night or if you are traveling solo
Do you Tip in Brazil?
Restaurants and bars: A 10% "servico" charge is usually included in the bill, but you can tip more if the service is excellent. You can also round up the bill or leave a small tip for each drink.
Hotels: Tipping is usually expected for room service, maids, bellboys, and valets. You can tip 10–20%.
Taxi drivers: Tip 10% for a longer journey, or round up the bill for a short journey.
Tour guides: Tip 10% standard, or more for an outstanding experience. For example, you can tip R$100 per full day for an English-speaking guide.
Spas: Tip 10–15% of the treatment price.
Porters: It's common to tip porters 5 reais per piece of luggage.
Whats the currency exchange?
$1 USD = 5.69 Brazilian Reais (pronounced HAY-HIGHS)
What if sh*t goes down?
Police: 190 (will show up only for active crimes. Go to a police station to report anything else)
Firefighters: 193 (car crashes/ major trauma injuries/ lost on a hike/ burning buildings)
Ambulance: 192 (don't expect fast response times. Best bet is to rush to a hospital yourself unless injured can't move)
Agência Consular dos Estados Unidos da América
Located in: Salvador Trade Center
Trade Center Torre Sul - Av. Tancredo Neves, 1632 - Sala 1401, Salvador - Caminho das Árvores, Salvador - BA, 41820-020, Brazil
U.S. Consulate General in Rio de Janeiro
Av. Presidente Wilson, 147 - Castelo
20030-020 - Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Phone: (55-21) 3823-2000
Fax: (55-21) 3823-2003
Traveling with Children?
Parents or a legal guardian traveling with children under 18 years must present the child's birth certificate and an identity card with photo (passport, for example) at the check-in. For international travels to Brazil, if just one of the parents is traveling with the child, she/he must present – in addition to the child's certificate of birth and identity card with photo – a letter authorizing the trip signed by the other parent with a notarial certification of signature. In case the parents or the legal guardian, as applicable, cannot or are unwilling to give this authorization, a judicial authorization is required. People who intend to travel to Brazil with children must consult with the Brazilian consulate before traveling for more information.
IMPORTANT CONTACTS
CLYDE MORGAN SR.
Cell: +1 917-628-3477
Address:
Rua Professor Martagao Gesteira - Graca
Edifico Bento XV
Salvador, Bahia
40150390 Brazil