I decided to create a small guide for everyone who is thinking about travelling to Brazil, specially Rio. For the ones who come from the introvert, developed parts of the world, like Sweden, this guide will be double as useful. Today's chapter is "Taking a bus":
-First of all you will have to stand at the bus stop and wave for the bus you want to take. It won't stop if you, or at least someone else, don't raise your arm and shake your hand a little bit.
-If you find a double seat available and don't wanna share it with someone else, don't think you will avoid human contact by sitting by the corridor and putting your backpack on the seat by the window (god, this is so Swedish): be sure that as soon as more people get on the bus, someone will ask you to move your bag so they can sit by your side.
-If you can't find a place to sit and have to stand up while carrying a big bag or many bags, it is very likely that someone who is sitting will ask you to hold your bag(s) for you. Brazilians are friendly and in Rio this is a common practice. Don't worry, they are not trying to rob you (well, at least not by doing this).
-People love to start conversations on the bus. They are not freaks, just trying to be social. If they hear you speaking some other language then be sure to feel like the attraction of the ride. They will stare at you curiously and will probably ask if you want some help if you look confused about where to get off.
That's it for today. Feel free to email me with suggestions for the next guide topic! Tchau!
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