Originally Posted by
Jaimito Cartero
Almost all problems I have ever had in Brazil have been when I was at the beach. I think knowing that you need to be extra careful and not looking too touristy helps greatly.
When at the beach, never leave your belongs unattended. You are ok with the Ipod, but stick it in your bag. Leave the camera at home, it screams tourist.
If you look at most of the locals this is what they are doing. The chair/drink vendors are good about policing the beach to. I have seen them run people off.
Best advise, blend in with the locals. Of course, most Americans I see there will never be able to look locale (bermudas past their kneeds, huge belly, red toasted sun burn skin, huge camera swinging around their neck.)