Returned from 14 days in Brazil. Mixed feelings but mostly positive.
Accommodation:
Guesthouse near the main area. $28/night. Clean and central.
Scene:
Better than expected — plenty of options. Prices were great value.
Quality:
Generally good looking with good service. Had 4 encounters total.
Logistics:
Rented a motorbike for flexibility. Found great local restaurants.
Safety:
Stick to main areas at night and you are fine.
Overall: 7.5/10. Already planning next trip.
Happy to answer any questions.
Recife trip report — what I found
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Spot on with the prices. Matches what I paid recently.
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How long did it take to feel comfortable and find the good spots?
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Great report, thanks for sharing. Had a similar experience there last month.
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Saving this thread. Gold mine of information.
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Different experience for me. Prices were lower when I went.
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Been going for years. Scene has improved recently.
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How long did it take to feel comfortable and find the good spots?
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Nice report. Heading there next month — exactly the intel I needed.
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Different experience for me. Prices were higher when I went.
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Nice report. Heading there next month — exactly the intel I needed.
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Also recommend downloading Grab before you go. Essential.
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What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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+1 on this. Exactly my experience too. Solid destination.
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Been there 8 times now. Still one of my top destinations. The consistency is what keeps me coming back.
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First time was a learning experience. Second time was 10x smoother. Experience makes all the difference.
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This matches my experience. Brazil is great value for money.
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Spot on with the prices. Matches what I paid recently.
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Thanks for the detailed write-up. Very helpful for planning my upcoming trip.
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