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Carnival comes to an end...

BRAZIL | Thursday, 18 February 2010 | Views [535] | Comments [3]

We have now reached the end of carnival in Brazil.  It has been an amazing amazing experience.  We have been down at the main parades almost every day/night, following the 'bloccos' (different vans with djs/bands playing, which you purchase a tshirt for entry to) until early into the morning.  Hence most of the days have been spent recovering, which hasn't been too much of a waste as there is little to see in Salvador. 

We followed a blocco with Bob Sinclar (family - he's a pretty famous dj.  Obviously dad you can pretend you know him if you like), which had the most amazing atmosphere.  Last night, carnival ended in style, and a few of the girls and I followed a blocco sponsered by Skol beer, which pretty much sums up the tone of the party - it was full of gringos hitting it hard.

I am currently sitting in our hostel amongst a sea of very exhausted people slowly attempting to recover from the last few days.  Very much looking forward to heading to a beach resort tomorrow for 4 days before we head to another party hostel.  The calm before (and after) the storm

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Bod and I are.......utterly unknown to each other but thanks to Wikipedia I can feel his rhythm.

  Cary/Dad Feb 18, 2010 7:41 PM

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Hi Emily - what a trip, what an experience, what fun it all looks. Be careful with the hair-raising and thrilling adventures, I'm envious (ish) - mind you i get scared of heights looking out of window ! Enjoy the next stage of your voyage. Love Impossible Mishons

  The Godfather ! Feb 19, 2010 5:26 AM

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I am exhausted from just reading about your experience at the Carnival,I am glad that you are now having a few days relaxation-plenty of sun lotion to preserve your skin on the beach. Hugs and kisses from me,GMH

  GMH Feb 19, 2010 5:57 AM

 

 

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