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"Seu" Roberto
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  • solopes
  • Updated By solopes on April 21, 2009
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  • Recife - Brazil - Recife
    Recife - Brazil
    by solopes
    A friend introduced me to a taxi driver that uses to work for him, and is a trusty person. "Seu" Roberto, more than an excellent professional was a friend, a guide, and a bodyguard. Always charging much less than the table in display at my hotel's lounge, he took us everywhere, suggesting sights, stops, restaurants, patiently waiting all the time we wanted and watching our security. Respectful and kind, he quickly became more than a good professional, a trusty friend. We used his taxi to... everything! It was his idea taking us to %L[http://members.virtualtourist.com/m/9eab8/1722d2/
    ]Igarassu, that we would miss without his support. He also checked the tide hour, to suggest trip scheduling. Absolutely perfect.

    My best tip about Recife will surely be: don't hesitate - phone Roberto. And if you tell him that it was Avelino's suggestion you'll get a prompt smile.

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  • Phone: +558 191 020 402
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    Ask about buses with air-conditioner
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  • By julinhoY on August 30, 2004
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  • There are some lines in which the buses are smaller but more comfortable, with music, air conditioned and passengers are not allowed to travel standing up.
    There is a very small difference in the price, but more than worthy.
    As an example, I suggest line 42, which leaves from the airport, goes all along an avenue paralell to the beach and goes to Recife Antigo; so, this line serves many of the touristic spots of the city.

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    Most will fly into Recife from...
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  • By pjallittle on August 24, 2002
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  • Most will fly into Recife from other locations. There are direct flights from US airports, I really don't know what it is like from other parts of the world.

    We had exceptional experiences utilizing the long distance bus system which is as good as any in the world, perhaps better.

    I suppose you could also jump ship if you happen to come in that way.
    We do a lot of walking when traveling but it is not difficult to use the bus system in Recife. It is efficient and they run often.

    You can usually negotiate a half day tour with a taxi driver, they are receptive esp. if you offer to have him take you to his favourite restaurant.


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    To Porto de Galinhas ...
    rafgys
  • By rafgys on November 5, 2007
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  • The bus costs R$ 5.45 and it takes an hour and a half.
    You can take it in the 'rodoviária' ... or further south by the BR-101 highway.

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    To Maceió (AL) ...
    rafgys
  • By rafgys on November 5, 2007
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  • The bus takes forever (some 4 or 5 hours to cover little more than 200 KM), unless you're lucky enough to catch a direct service (which still takes a lot).
    The ticket costs R$ 25 to 30, depending on where you catch it.

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    To Olinda ...
    rafgys
  • By rafgys on November 5, 2007
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  • There are city buses going to Olinda, and if they don't go close to where you are (let's say: Praia Boa Viagem) ... you can take advantage of the "integração" system, where you just do tranfers instead of paying more than one fare.

    Buses to Olinda costs R$ 2.45.

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    Taxi Recife/Coopetaxi
    josm_
  • By josm_ on April 20, 2005
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  • If you haven't any friend or any help from Tour agencies, you better take a cab, 'cause it is cheap and more confourtable than taking a bus... but be smart about the prices!

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  • Phone: (55-81) 3423-1313 (Taxi Recife)
  • Website: http://www.recife.pe.gov.br/agendacultural/index_telefones.php?AgendaEdicaoAno=2005&AgendaEdicaoNumero=116
  • Other Contact: (55-81) 3424-8944 (Coopetaxi)
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    Many Options
    kaloz
  • By kaloz on November 16, 2008
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  • Bus, Bike, or Walk - Recife
    Bus, Bike, or Walk
    by kaloz
    There are many options for travel within Recife. Public transportation is very good and cheap if you have the time to figure out the system and have a working knowlege of Portuguese. The area is fairly flat and is also good for bicycling or walking.

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    Taxis - Warning tip
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  • By kaloz on November 16, 2008
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  • Boa Vista across the Rio Capibaribos - Recife
    Boa Vista across the Rio
    Capibaribos
    by kaloz
    The busses let you off near Guararapes where many taxis are waiting to shuttle you around. Many of the hacks do not speak English, so write down where you are, so you can get back safely. I chose to walk across the bridge into Boa Vista and caught a cab later, but I heard many stories later about these taxis later. The driver will offer you his service for the whole day "off the meter" which even after negotiating a fee will be about double what you should pay. Having a whole day guide also doesn't allow for pleasant strolling around except in limited areas. My advise if you take a cab is to go on the meter to your destination. Cabs are plentiful and it is easy to get back.

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    Recife has one of the nicest airports in the world
    cachaseiro
  • Updated By cachaseiro on November 7, 2009
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    Recife airport.
    by cachaseiro
    Recife has recently had a new airport made and it´s extremely nice.
    It´s a 3 floor airport with lot´s of good cafes and lot´s of good shopping options.
    There is also a very helpful tourist information on the ground floor right by the arrival hall.
    Should you ever have a layover in Recife airport then don´t worry.
    It´s a nice place to spend a few hours.

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