Britt had a recent work trip to Brazil, and because it coincided with their 22nd wedding anniversary, Valerie tagged along for fun. The weather was beautiful, as was the aqua blue water, white sand, and palm tree dotted beaches.
They spent time in the old historic center of Salvador de Bahia - a city of 2.5 million people. The old neighborhood has cobbled streets and colorful mansions left over from the rubber baron days and colonial period. Many are in disrepair and there are visible signs of poverty/disparities, but the atmosphere is gay, thanks to warm people, a temperate climate, great music, and a general vacation-spot feel.
view of Salvador de Bahia from our hotel room
Grand old buildings that have seen better days
Lunch
From the old center you can take the elevator down to the port and market
Traditional dress
Visiting a sea turtle sanctuary on the coast north of Salvador. Even the bathrooms were cool.
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