Salvador de Bahia - Brazil

Didn’t get into Salvador until 1pm. Salvador used to be the capital City of Brazil but was moved to Rio centuries ago. The parts of the City we saw were called Middle Class but houses very dilapidated. There are 3 classes (higher, middle and poverty) we saw many slum areas but unfortunately we didn’t see any of the higher class areas at all. 

Bused around the area and then we were taken on a walking tour along very badly broken cobble stones. Sure didn’t do my feet or legs any good. Mainly went to 3 churches, one was made inside with heaps of gold. There are 365 churches in Salvador, you’d need 6 months to check them all out. They are very old churches so of great interest to many. Some of the picture tiles in the courtyards were very good. The architecture was really good and worth seeing, but overall the City is in need of some renovation. 

Stopped at a market after taking others back to ship and wandered around there for awhile with another girl. Same old stalls, not a lot of anything nice.

Last night we had another pool party which was a very happy event similar to those we had already attended. Band was a little noisy but at least it got the people up and dancing. Danced until it ended at 10pm, not bad for a couple of old ducks.

Today we’re at Sea again and its quite pleasant and calm. Have already played bowls and golf and Tony to a lecture on the Olympics 2016 which are being held in Rio de Janeira.

Have another block party tonight, so its like meeting all the newcomers, although a lot don’t come out for a drink.