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Connected to Salvador by catamaran service or by small prop plane (max 12Kg weight limit). The beaches are fabulous. The second beach is full of bars, surfers and chilled beach goers who like to party late into the night. I'd recommend taking a pousada on the third beach. The bars along here serve excellent caipirinha at about R$2!

In the centre of town you can find food to suit all tastes and budgets along the sandy main street. Be fluid with onward travel plans - you may just add a few days to your stay here on this lovely island getaway!]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/11753 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/11752
This is a little historic bar that's great for people watching and enjoying an ice cold beer. No need to dress up. Just turn up in your trunks like the local boys do!]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/11752 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/11750
Don't just take a taxi from outside, even if it looks like you're at an official taxi rank. You may end up with a driver and a mate in the front which can be very intimidating not least when you have to hand over much more cash than you need to on arrival at your destination.

Book a transfer in advance or at least see a taxi company in the bus terminal and more or less agree a fare before catching one of their cabs. You may be slightly overcharged but won't feel so vulnerable.

Try to make sure that you have notes in small denominations when it comes to paying. Rio taxi drivers are notorious for their slight of hand (example: for a R$25 fare you give them a R$50 note and they show you a R$20 note and try to make out you made a mistake).

Finally, when in the bus terminal, keep a good eye on your belongings.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/11750 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/11374 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/11374 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/11372 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/11372