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Caseiro for 24hr security A 'Caseiro' is the brazilian equivalent of a caretaker. Manoel, our caseiro, resides on the property in his own quarters separate from the main house. He ensures 24hr security as well as attending to all house maintenance. Please note that Manoel is not a maid and as such is not there for the benefit of guests. He is however a great bloke and will be only too happy to help you familiarise yourselves with the house. Management agent and key contact Astle is our management agent in Salvador. She will be responsible for the prompt delivery of the keys to Casa Flamengo on your arrival and the safe keeping of your security deposit during your stay. On your departure she will carry out an inventory check, collect the keys and return your deposit.Most brazilians only speak portuguese so communication can be problematic. We have employed Astle, who is multilingual, to be your main point of contact should you need urgent assistance during your stay. Although she is not a tour guide she will be happy to give advice on preferred taxi services, key attractions and the best restaurants that Salvador has to offer. HousekeepingClean bed linen and towels will be provided at the beginning of your stay. Thereafter housekeeping services can be tailored to your needs at an additional cost. Housekeeping requirements must be stated at the time of booking. Guided toursThere are lots of wonderful places to visit, be it off the beaten track or in the city itself. There is the most spectacular coastline to take in along Coconut Coast to the north of the city. Alternatively you can take in the many churches, museums and art galleries and shopping centres in the heart of Salvador. Eating OutSalvador's eateries are generally easy on the pocket. Normally you should expect to pay about £5–£10 a head but you can eat out for much less. Even at the very top end you will seldom pay more than £50 a head. A list of our favourite restaurants will be waiting for you at Casa Flamengo. Make sure you try out our favourite 'Pereira' in Barra. Also trying Salvador's traditional dish 'Moqueca' at the famous Yemanja restaurant is a must.
TaxisThere are a few numbers in the information pack of english speaking taxi drivers. Our favourite is Vilela who is very friendly but be prepared for your portuguese lesson while travelling with him.Only use official metered taxis and be sure to have written down the exact address of where you want to go. Below are typical rates you should look to pay from Casa Flamengo to key destinations depending on time of day and traffic: -Salvador Airport - R$40-50Salvador Shopping - R$40-50Iguatemi Shopping - R$50-60Barra Shopping - R$50-60Pelourinho/Old Town - R$60-80 Getting ThereScheduled flights are available on TAP (Air Portugal) and BA (British Airways). These flights book up very quickly and are slightly more expensive than the chartered airlines. Vaccines Confirm primary courses and boosters are up to date including vaccines given to special groups because of risk exposure or complications (e.g. Hepatitis B for health care workers, Influenza and Pneumococcal vaccines for the elderly). Courses or boosters usually advised: Diphtheria; Tetanus; Hepatitis A; Yellow Fever (mainly for Western and Amazonian areas). Vaccines sometimes advised: Typhoid; Hepatitis B; Rabies; Tuberculosis. Yellow Fever certificate is required if over 9 months old and entering from an infected area. | |
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