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Lucas and I decided to sleep with the door to our terrace open, so that while we slept we could hear the sound of the ocean. It was one of the most peaceful sleeps in my life to date! The beds in the suites at Casas Brancas are built on platforms, which allows guests to have a view of Buzios Bay from their bed. In fact, the following pictures were taken from bed!
The breakfast that is offered at the pousada is included in the room cost and is a buffet of Brasilian delights ranging from tropical fruit to exotic cheeses to local cakes. My favorite, of course, was the french-press coffee that each couple received with the meal.
As previously mentioned, Buzios has over twenty beaches and no matter who you talk to each person is very opinionated on which beach is the best. Lucas and I wanted to form our own opinion, thus we decided to spend the next four days seeing as many beaches as we could. That would prove to be the biggest challenge of the trip; deciding which ones to visit! The first beach we chose was Praia Brava. Casas Brancas reserved us a sunbed at the ultra-trendy Rocka Beach Lounge and Restaurant.
Before heading to the beach, I took a quick stroll in town to look for a new bikini. I was inspired by the local women to buy a Brasilian bikini (ie: a bikini that showed more skin than I was definitely used to). I found the perfect one by Betty Sue, though you will have to wait a couple of posts to see the unveiling.
It took us about five minutes to get to Praia Brava by taxi. And as always the case with Brasil, I was definitely impressed with my surroundings!
Me on our sunbed wearing my silk cover-up I bought at a bazaar in Jaipur, India a month before.
Lucas on our sunbed.
Our view of Praia Brava.
It was easy to understand why Rocka is such a popular place — with a picturesque view of the ocean, against a soundtrack of Brazilian bossa nova coming from the bar, and the smell of fresh seafood cooking — it was the perfect setting to spend the day, even a week.
Normally, since I am a sun worshipper, my first task at hand is to find the perfect spot to take in the sun, but I was in the mood for some exploration.
Could this be our favorite beach???
After our walk, it was time for our first round of caipirinhas of the day.
Salud!
And then of course some sun bathing.
Several hours and one delicious meal later, we went for yet another walk, this time to the deserted part of the beach where we had even more fun with my camera.
One of my favorite photos from the trip.
I loved how Praia Brava, despite being one of the more developed beaches, still had parts that were unspoiled.
Once the sun began to set, we decided to return to Casas Brancas. We had wanted to see at least one other beach, however we loved where we were so much that we ended up spending the entire day there.
As if the day were not special enough, we had an incredible surprise awaiting us at Casas Brancas. . .
The best way to keep in touch with family and friends while traveling around Brazil is to buy some Brazil Phone Cards.
I couldn’t help how mainly he is with all that hair on his chest… lmao!! Great pics babe!
I definitely see why you are always so tan!
normally i’m not much of a beach bum but these pics could definitely convince me to become one!
the silk sari is really nice – do you remember about how much something like that costs in India? I’m wondering what the prices will be like for when I go…
Love how you’re posing in all these picks like you OWN THE PLACE. Hey, maybe that should be the next thing on your bucket list? You find a way to claim this beach; I find a way to claim the spit of sand attached to Mataking Island. Deal?
Wow you are making it really hard not to go to Brazil. Love your photos, they inspire me to take more photos when people visit me.
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This is a very interesting point of view. Your blog is refreshing, but I wish one could find more content, though. I am looking forward to reading more from you. Keep up the good work. thanks.
This beach looks awesome! And not touristed. Love the pictures
You look so happy and healthy! And I’m a fan of Ceu as well! Good choice of song! Oh and…LOVE your bikini!
Damn, Andi, you’re really really making me want to plan a getaway to Brazil! Everything looks so gorgeous, and you look like you had a fantastic time!
What a great photos!!! Wow soo beautiful. I’ve heard Brazil is beautiful, but that is amazing!!
What an incredible day. Amazing views to wake up to, multi beach visits, cocktails, more beaches. Looks like the perfect day.
Oooooh!! How lush! I love that the beds are raised so you can take photos. Great pics, you really captured the beauty of the beach. I hope I can make it there one day.
One of my #TT faves!!!
EEEEE! I’m so jealous! It looks like you are having such a relaxing time!
What incredibly beautiful photos!!!! I’m green with envy. That’s so wonderful that you were able to sleep with the doors open to hear the sound of the ocean–so peaceful. Especially with that great view. Looks like you’re having a blast!
Lovely, Lovely pictures! oh man, now I really want to go there too.
Andi, you are totally revolutionizing my travel wish list, I have a separate sheet on my desk where I’m taking notes and making a new list after reading your posts
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I’m loving these posts. Your pictures are just beautiful. I really want to go there and drink some caipirinhas
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Andi, I LOVE these Brasil photos. I lived in Niteroi (near Rio) for six months and never made it to Buzios, despite it being so incredibly close. I am so sad I didn’t go, it looks amazing! I giggled about your Brazilian Bikini comment…my friends made fun of my “huge” American bathing suit until I finally got a Brazilian one. My cheeks had never seen so much light of day!
You did great! absolutely enjoyed this post, felt like i was there!