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Best for Couples in Salvador

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The Morro de São Paulo is a rustic refuge that affords guests luxury as well as more ecological experiences on Tinharé Island. The 'morro' or hill itself is located on the tip of a peninsular outcrop that juts into the Atlantic Ocean and the views over the Atlantic are breathtaking. Visitors usually arrive by boat, and there are no cars allowed in the village which makes it extremely eco-friendly. Within the confines of Morro, there are at least 15 different beaches that feature mangrove swamps, coral reefs and all types of wildlife. Check the village website for more details on transportation to the island or inquire at your hotel if you are staying in Salvador.

Barra Beach is one of the most popular beaches in the entire city of Salvador and on any given day you will find tourists and locals crammed together on this small strip of sand. The crystal aquamarine and calm waters entice sunbathers and snorkelers and when it's time to get out, just sit on the sand and watch the sunset over Itaparica island. There are also other attractions located nearby, such as the Barra Lighthouse, the Santa Maria Fort and shopping alongside the Avenida Sete de Setembro.

The Bahia Marina is not just a place for those high-rollers with speedboats and yachts because it also functions as a concert venue. During the month, there are at least a couple of massive shows here. From popular local acts to more recognized national ones, there is usually a sound for everyone. The Bahia Marina also has some of the best restaurants in the city with views over the bay, some include Café do Forte, Soho, Das, Lafayette, Oui, Grand Cru and Ercolano. All of them have great options on their respective menus and they also have well-stocked bars where you can have a drink before the show.

One of the greatest things about Brazilian cities is that almost all of the major ones have massive green spaces within them. Salvador is no different; its claim to the 'mato' or jungle is Pituaçu Park. It is the largest municipal park in the city and attracts tourists and locals from all over the region to escape the tremulous hum in Salvador's streets. The highlight of the park is the Pituaçu Lagoon, where people rent pedalinhos or pedal boats and tour the artificial lake. There is also a bike track that circles the park and other amenities which include food vendors, basketball courts, soccer fields and places to dock your own canoe.

The Tivoli group of hotels provides unparalleled luxury in both the old country of Portugal as well as in the new. This eco-resort is located about an hour north of Salvador in the laid-back ocean side town of Farol. For a complete ecological experience instead of just a day trip from the city, the resort allows guests to stay and play in this five-star resort if they wish. The natural tide pools and the tropical 'mato' (jungle) are at your doorstep and both provide an exhilarating day out, from snorkeling to hiking, this resort has it all. Additionally, the Thalasso-therapy and spa treatments merit a visit even if you do not plan on lodging in this elegant resort that combines nature and nurture from inside and out.

Probably one of the most popular places in the entire city of Salvador (next to Barra and Pelourinho), the enclave of Rio Vermelho has something for everyone. The area is filled with restaurants, bars and nightclubs of every type imaginable and it is here where the garrulous locals join together to celebrate the Festa de Yemanjá in February. The neighborhood also claims to have the best Acarajé (fried black-eyed peas filled with seafood) in the city. A definite stop on any itinerary, Rio Vermelho never disappoints visitors with its beautiful beaches and varied nightlife.

The trendy enclaves of Barra and Rio Vermelho may garner all of the tourist praise and attention, but neighboring Amaralina Beach is where the locals go. The surf here is a little more treacherous since it faces the Atlantic and the beach is always filled with surfers. One of the highlights here is the acarajé, a fried bean paste that is filled with various ingredients in addition to the emblematic food ambassadors of Salvador who sell it, the Baianas do Acarajé. The eponymous neighborhood also has some great restaurants that have modestly priced menus and a couple of supermarkets to make your own lunch to watch the sunset on the beach.

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