To get you in the mood for the Brazil World Cup, Gavin McOwan has compiled a playlist of some classic Brazilian songs. To share your favourites leave a comment and live a link below
December 2013
The world's best beach hotels and accommodation on a budget
Top 10 budget beach hotels and hostels in Bahia, Brazil
These friendly pousadas and hostels in the city of Salvador and along the coast of Bahia offer laid-back comfort near stunning tropical beaches
February 2012
A beach to yourself in Brazil
There are no roads, crowds or chichi tourist trappings in Caraiva, just idyllic beaches on a remote stretch of Brazil's Bahia coast, writes Mark C O'Flaherty
November 2005
In the big country
Brazil is best known for its hedonistic cities and beaches but in the north-eastern state of Bahia is some of the best hiking terrain in South America. Joanne O'Connor reports.
September 2005
Bahia breeze
Oginia Tabisz sees Salvador's pastel streets shimmy with sambistas, and takes to the wilderness around the resorts of Brazil's coconut coast.
May 2005
Bahia watch
Brazilians are the undisputed kings and queens of beach cool. Gavin McOwan discovers their latest favourites.
December 2004
The greatest party on earth
Gavin McOwan joins one and a half million revellers in Salvador da Bahia.
May 2004
Hidden gem
Gavin McOwan explores the crystal-clear lakes and bird-filled forests of Bahia's Diamond Highlands.
September 2002
Latin spirits
The sensuous pleasures of the Bahia beach resort mean it's not just the kids that have some fun, says Dea Birkett.
