Maceio Brazil March 30, 2010

We actually were also here 2 years ago. essentially a beach town with gorgeous turquoise water, white sand and really brightly colored sailboats on the shore .this time we have come into town on a shuttle bus to beat the heat- it is in the 90s. We have an outbreak of norovirus onboard starting yesterday so passengers and staff are starting to become quarintined. They are presing different staff into serving the food as even the waiters are affected. Essentially you are confined to your cabin for 4-5 days. they take away your key so you cannot get out. If it gets too bad they will not allow the ship into the ports. In addition we found out last night that many people were robbed even with a knife to their throats in Salvador. We saw nothing of this but we are now doubly aware of our surroundings, not that it will curtail us. Thank you for your comments. I love to read them. The keyboards in these internet cafes leave a bit to be desired so thats why it may be hard to read.