I was supposed to get up in the morning and to go back to the airport. But thanks to my great host Ana, I had a chance to see a bit of Lisbon and a yellow tram. This city rocks, but for sure I would not be able to drive a car over here.
On a plane to Sao Paulo I’ve started to wonder if I should have a visa to Brazil. I did double-check while planning the trip, but anyway couldn’t have stopped thinking about it. I hated the food, did’t like movies. I miss British Airlines.
When I arrived, there was a long line for locals and quite a short one for foreigners. Everything went fast, I got my stamp, I didn’t need visa.
I’ve met a Buddhist guy on a plane, who suggested we should take a bus to the city together. So, here we are, it’s 8 pm and it’s dark. Anyway I’m pretty sure it will be cheeper than a taxi for 120 reals. First bus, then the second and a taxi on the end and voila. I’m in front of the house of tres amigos. It’s 10:30 pm and nobody killed me, I still have my backpack. Seems like Sao Paulo isn’t that bad.
Next the morning Fabio takes me on a market, where one can find all sorts of vegetables and fruits. Everyone is friendly, they smile and are eager to talk. I should learn some more portuguese. Thanks god Fabio knows spanish.
In the evening we take metro and visit CBD. People stare at me, I stare at them. I carry camera on a strap hanging from my neck, Jackson and Fabio say it’s safe. Then one lady passes us and says “be careful, it’s not safe to show your camera over here”. I have eyes open now all around my head.
Just before we came back home we went for a coffee which unluckily ended up on the only jumper and trousers I have. Nice!.
So, my first day in Sao Paulo is behind me and I am still alive plus in love this city!
Hey Marta! Can’t believe you took a plane from Lisbon straight do São Paulo! My city is the closest one to Europe (7 hours flying to Lisbon – TAP Airlines). You now own me a visit! Babe, don’t be scared about São Paulo… believe me, I go there at least once a year and nothing ever happened to me… it’s quite safe in the tourists area (the major issues are at the poor suburbs). But that woman was right about the camera… so here goes a little tip: all you need is to watch out your belongings such as camera and bag… and don’t use expensive watches or jewels when walking by yourself. That’s all! Nobody will kill you : ) I’m glad you’re enjoyning xxx
Mariana, we’ll visit you for sure. But maybe you’ll do us a honor in Amsterdam?