I was ecstatic to recieve my Brazilian visa in the mail yesterday.  It was cutting things a little close as I fly out in 17 days.  Along with substitute teaching, here are some of the things that I have been doing to get ready:


-Order currency from the bank
-Talk with past Fulbrighters who worked in the same university
-Get started on the reading list
-Plug away at Portuguese
-Make a photo book to represent my life here
-Start packing
-Read up on my location (Ilhéus, BA) and Brazil in general
-Set up banking with HSBC (no international transaction fees)
-Register travel with State.gov
-Gather suggested teaching supplies (games, cultural realia etc.)

I'm very excited to start something new and experience Brazil - I can't wait to go!  Below is a touristy video showcasing a little bit of the city where I will be.  Beware - it's in Portuguese!

1 Comment

1. MamaHawk on February 1, 2013 at 10:38 PM

   So glad to hear that you received your visa!!!