Ilha do Mel Travel Guide

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Things to Do  

Miles and Miles of Quiet Sandy Beaches

Miles and Miles of Quiet Sandy Beaches, Ilha do Mel

 mircaskirca Says:  The island's most famous attraction are its beautiful beaches along its mountainous southeast side, an area of quiet coves and rocky headlands. You can wander along miles and miles of quiet white sandy beaches with transparent waters that are safe and pleasantly warm. There... 

Farol das Conchas

Farol das Conchas, Ilha do Mel

 mircaskirca Says:  The Farol das Conchas (Conchas Lighthouse) guides the navigators at the entrance to the Paranagua Bay. It was built in 1872 on orders from Dom Pedro II and stands picturesquely on a hill on the southeastern face of the island. Access is on foot from Praia das Conchas and the... 

Walking around

Walking around, Ilha do Mel

 RafaGoes Says:  Everybody who comes to Ilha do Mel do this nice walk, wich consists going from one village to another, or going to Encantadas to Brasilia, the 2 main villages in the island. The'island is small and its possible to do it quite often, beside this you can check a Fort with some... 

The fortress

The fortress, Ilha do Mel

 lichinga Says:  The Portuguese fortress was intended to guard the entrance of the bay, where Antonina (see the page) - the first town to be built in Parana - was once the main harbour. 

" DO BELO " BEACH

" DO BELO " BEACH, Ilha do Mel

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Hotels  

Pousada Marimar

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Restaurants  

Barranco Bar and Restaurant: A Pleasant Place to Chill Out

Barranco Bar and Restaurant: A Pleasant Place to Chill Out, Ilha do Mel

 mircaskirca Says:  Excellent location of Barranco Bar right on the beach gives you some great advantages. You can have a nice drink or lunch in the shadow, with the beautiful and relaxing view of the ocean and great music. If you come here for dinner you might prolong your visit as there is... 

Nightlife  

Barranco Bar: Nights with Forro

Barranco Bar: Nights with Forro, Ilha do Mel

 mircaskirca Says:  Ilha do Mel also has nightlife however it is limited to weekends and public holidays. Programs can vary from vivid native forro, traditional Brazilian music from northeast of the country, to rock or reggae. In the night of my visit of Ilha do Mel there were two places to... 

Transportation  

Bus & Boat to Ilha do Mel

Bus & Boat to Ilha do Mel, Ilha do Mel

 mircaskirca Says:  To reach Ilha do Mel you have to take the bus to Pontal do Sul first. There are six buses daily. The journey takes a little more than two hours and it costs RS 21 (December 2007). On the way you can enjoy a stunning view of Atlantic Rainforest. The company that runs from... 

Warnings Or Dangers  

Beware of insects

Beware of insects, Ilha do Mel

 Elena77 Says:  There is a huge number of insects and parasites living at the island and it is therefore advisable always to wear solid footgear, except for the beach, of course 

After party,we play brazilian...

After party,we play brazilian..., Ilha do Mel

 janaina Says:  After party,we play brazilian songs ..besides,mosquitos,suncream UV 40 for delicate skins 

What to Pack  

Packing List for Ilha do Mel

Packing List for Ilha do Mel, Ilha do Mel

 mircaskirca Says:  For short hikes on the island, a small backpack to carry water, sun protection, camera..., is most suitable. If you intend to spend most of the time around the beach, a pair of Havaianas, the famous Brazilian flip-flops, is a must. And for longer hikes, a pair of... 

Packing List

Packing List, Ilha do Mel

 janaina Says:  No clock,Good humour,Vacations atmosphere.. 

Off The Beaten Path  

Boat Trips

Boat Trips, Ilha do Mel

 mircaskirca Says:  There are various options of boat trips. Paranagua Bay is huge, beautiful and full of places worth discovering. The island is situated at the entrance of the bay which makes it easy to access to other islands, beaches and places of interest. Among more interesting trips... 

Hike across the island

Hike across the island, Ilha do Mel

 lichinga Says:  The south-west flat landsThe southern lobe is not inhabitated. You may walk around it in a few hours, while it is forbidden to enter the forest as it is kept as a conservation area.The north-east hillsThe northern part is hilly, with lovely paths among the beaches and the... 

Seaview

Seaview, Ilha do Mel

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Get closer,feel the water?

Get closer,feel the water?, Ilha do Mel

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How to make fun in a small...

How to make fun in a small..., Ilha do Mel

 janaina Says:  How to make fun in a small cottage,music and seaviewLeandro,Marcel,Aninha.. 

Favorites  

MAP II

MAP II, Ilha do Mel

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The Place

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 FINALLY-ILHA DO MEL!!(HONEY ISLAND) 

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Questions and Answers

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Q:  My wife and I love sunbathing nude. We'd love to be able to do this in the tropical paradise that is Brazil. Has anyone seen any... 

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A: Despite the photos you may have seen of very skimpy bathing suits, complete nudity is not allowed on most beaches in Brazil and may result in at least a long conversation... 

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Top Ilha do Mel Writers

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Ilha do Mel (Honey Island)

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 Ilha do Mel (Honey Island) is a Brazilian eco-friendly destination in the Baia de Paranagua. It is among the best spots on the southern coastline to find that cool, tropical beach atmosphere. The... 

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Ilho do Mel - A taste of honey and peace

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 Ilha do Mel is a peaceful island 30 minutes away from Pontal do Sul, the final point of the bus route from Curitiba and also the final point dividing the Atlantic Ocean from the Paranagua bay. The... 

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THE HOT POINT OF PARANA

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 Ilha Do Mel is located only 200km from Curitiba and only 30 min. by boat from the beach of Pontal Do Sul,where you find the boat terminal and you can take a boat to the isle.There's a parking area... 

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ILHA DO MEL

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 For more details of my ILHA DO MEL Travelogue , please visit : BABES IN BIKINI-LAND ( .. Rio de Janeiro .. Curitiba .. Ilha do Mel .. Curitiba .. Campo Grande .. ) To PANTANAL next... 

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Honey Island

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 Ilha do Mel is an island at the Brazilian coast, belonging to the state of Paraná. It is just about 27 square km big but has got 35 km of coast line. There are 1000 people living permanently at Ilha... 

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