Although we're back home there's some items I'll continue to post amongst the other flotsam and jetsam that strikes me as worth writing about. So another homage to Grace Jones but as it was near the small fishing port in Rio Vermelho, Salvador she has been transported to the mermaid world. They've also found Bigfoot … Continue reading Murals / Art 2 (Brazil flashback)
After a morning walk on the beach, and a glimpse of a classic dhow fisherman at work, it was time to pack and move on. This leads to a mention of our second overnight bus trip, courtesy of our fearless (bar flying) Ieader. Recife to Salvador, a mere 14 hour jaunt. This time in tighter … Continue reading Recife exit and Bus Redux: Convoy…trucking through the night
Our last game, and last full day, in Recife and so a lot to fit in... First up, take the metro to the stadium. No significant issue there though the metro station did look like it doubled as a set for a post apocalyptic film. Recife, it a should be noted, was the least prepared … Continue reading Tico Time and off the beaten path (Costa Rica v Greece – Game 6)
Olinda is the other side of the river from Recife and well worth a visit as it's a UNESCO world heritage site. It may start with great views from the top of the hill. But then there's fantastic colours... ... buildings: monastery, convent, bar, observatory... Art of all shapes, sizes, styles and more Great street … Continue reading Recife Recap – part 2: World Heritage
A brighter day in Recife (Jun 27th), so a day to tour the locale especially with no football on. We're staying in a beach front skyscraper with an interesting view down to the foyer. Our choice would have been a pousada in Olinda (see part 2) but nothing was available, though it's not a bad … Continue reading Recife Recap – part 1: view after the rain
