re: Leaving for Brazil Today

Posted by chillygentilly

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Member since Aug 2012

2638 posts

Posted on 6/4/14 at 8:13 pm to metallica81788

quote:
Hey guys, I'm leaving for Rio today and will spend the next week there before moving on to Natal for a couple of games. I will be attending the USA-Ghana game.

Is anybody from the board going to be in either Rio or Natal through the USA game? If so, PM me and we should meet up. My group should be going to the AO parties.

Man seeing this post got me jacked for my trip. I have tickets to US/Portugal and US/Germany, but I'm not leaving till the 20th. I'm spending two nights in Manaus, then high-tailing it to the beaches of Porto de Galinhas till the 27th.

If any other SBers are gonna be there, holler.

Posted by Go Tiga

Member since Feb 2013

9 posts

Posted on 6/5/14 at 8:29 am to chillygentilly

Long time lurker of the Rant.....don't judge me.

I'm headed there on the 15th. Will be in Rio, Porto de Galinhas and Recife. So far I've got tickets to Spain/Chile and USA/Germany.

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Posted by Buckeye06

Member since Dec 2007

25159 posts

Posted on 6/5/14 at 10:51 am to Go Tiga

I'm arrive in Rio on the 28th, and the only tickets I have are for that knockout game on that day (C1 vs. D2).

I am so excited just for the entire experience

Posted by RomeDawg11

God's Country

Member since Jan 2011

839 posts

Posted on 6/5/14 at 10:54 am to metallica81788

Safe Travels and have fun!

Posted by metallica81788

Member since Sep 2008

10224 posts

Posted on 6/6/14 at 3:49 pm to Buckeye06

Saw the Jesus today and Sugarloaf mountain yesterday. This city is amazing.

Hard to find an ATM that accepts my MasterCard so I would recommend changing money beforehand or using ATMs at the airport.

Can't post any pics yet since they're on my phone and internet here blows monkey balls. Barely any 3G anywhere as well.

Posted by chRxis

None of your fricking business

Member since Feb 2008

27507 posts

Posted on 6/6/14 at 4:21 pm to metallica81788

have fun, and remember to check for an adam's apple BEFORE getting back to the hotel...

Posted by StraightCashHomey21

Aberdeen,NC

Member since Jul 2009

126669 posts

Posted on 6/6/14 at 4:23 pm to metallica81788

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There were some other New Orleanians on the flight over who didn't get WC tickets

then they are not looking

Posted by LSUButt

Lowcountry

Member since Jan 2006

15986 posts

Posted on 6/6/14 at 4:51 pm to RandySavage

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Just curious what does that entail and how much did it cost?

Sorry for the late response. It includes all hotel and transfer. So flights there, flight to Manaus, bus to Recife. And it was $5,400. This is like my #1 thing I've always wanted to do so I feel as though it's worth it.

It should be noted I'm also going to rio on my own. Flight was $430, hostel another $300 for 3 days, plus excursions and everything.

Posted by joey barton

Member since Feb 2011

11468 posts

Posted on 6/6/14 at 5:04 pm to StraightCashHomey21

Rio is a hard get

Posted by BamaChick

Terminus

Member since Dec 2008

21393 posts

Posted on 6/6/14 at 5:57 pm to LSUButt

I'm so jealous of all of y'all going.

Damn kids need shoes and food and shite.

Posted by glassman

Next to the beer taps at Finn's

Member since Oct 2008

117983 posts

Posted on 6/6/14 at 6:14 pm to Go Tiga

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I've got tickets to Spain/Chile and USA/Germany.

Two great matches. Enjoy.

Posted by LSUButt

Lowcountry

Member since Jan 2006

15986 posts

Posted on 6/6/14 at 6:52 pm to Go Tiga

Wow great matches. I want tickets to both and I'm gonna try to get them when down there

BamaChick, the kids don't NEED that...just tell then they're too privileged and they need a cutback on some things

Posted by metallica81788

Member since Sep 2008

10224 posts

Posted on 6/7/14 at 8:51 am to LSUButt

Having a friend that has been here before us nice. Last night went to Lapa for nightlife which I would recommend to anyone down here. It's really authentic. Kind of like Rio's Bourbon but not shitty and touristy.

I also like how all of the friendlies are on TV here.

Beach time.

Posted by BrazilboundUSA

Member since May 2014

29 posts

Posted on 6/9/14 at 4:24 pm to metallica81788

I am currently in Rio. It is not that scary of a place, yet. These people are nice. I have worn my Altidore jersey and my USMNT shirt the two days I have been here. The poor people here give me shitty looks. Children beg for money like crazy. It seems clean besides how people let their dogs crap on the sidewalk. Some pick it up, some don't. Prices are not as high as I thought. 4$ for a nicer beer on the beach.

Anyways, so many Mexicans are here. Most of them are cool and openly talk about how their team sucks, but they love to cheer for El Tri. They also like to get sauced in Brazil.

I have not seen many USA fans yet (5 to be exact). I saw a Donovan jersey and a Dempsey. Some guy hollered "GO YANKS!!!!" at me today which was nice.

The build up to this tournament is so great. People from all different countries are drinking and partying together. I mean, I drank and spoke to Mexicans in a friendly way. It was kinda weird. He told me some racial slurs I should yell at Klinsmann at the Ghana game bc of no Landon in Brazil. Loco. I'm clearly not doing that.

I just cannot wait till June 16th. I will be SAMBA dancing in the streets after that game.

I BELIEVE THAT WE WILL WIN

GO YANKS

Posted by metallica81788

Member since Sep 2008

10224 posts

Posted on 6/9/14 at 7:33 pm to BrazilboundUSA

Australians and Mexicans are now in Rio in full force.

Leave for Natal tomorrow. I have 7 days worth of 'Murica gear prepped. Hope to see a ton of USMNT supporters there. RSVPed to US Soccer AO night before and game day parties.

Rio is a great place but I'm just ready for the Cup to start.

Posted by Palmetto08

Member since Sep 2012

4123 posts

Posted on 6/9/14 at 8:36 pm to metallica81788

Keep the reports coming guys. Thanks for taking the time to post!!