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The Coconut Coast
A Brazilian Version Of Paradise
by Stan F. Gwinner
The “Coconut Coast” or Costa dos Coqueiros as it is called in Portuguese, lies on the northeastern coast of Brazil, a few miles north of the city of Salvador, capital of the state of Bahia.  The Coconut Coast is a 125 mile stretch of sandy beaches lined with coconut trees, sand dunes, rivers, lakes and mangrove marshes. Its golden-sand beaches protected by reefs, and warm, emerald color ocean waters offer an escape to paradise. The Coconut Coast is crossed by the "Green Line Highway", which travels parallel to the coast for 87 miles, set back approximately three miles from the shoreline to preserve the natural environment.  Environmental preservation areas assure the controlled and balanced urban development of the region. The region is being developed primarily as one of Brazil’s premier vacation destinations.
The region's attractions include: Costa do Sauípe Resort and Hotel Complex, (the largest in Brazil, featuring four 5 star mega resorts), The Sand Dune Park in Mangue Seco, Praia do Forte Eco-Resort (one of the best 5 star resorts in Brazil), the Garcia D 'Ávila’s Castle National Historical Park (built in 1551, it represents the only medieval-style construction in the American continent), Sapiranga Nature Preserve, The Tamar Project (marine turtle sanctuary and breeding program), Guarajuba Beach, Itacimirim Beach, Imbassaí Beach, among many others.

Guarajuba Beach, one of the region’s most beautiful places, is located approximately 30 miles south of the mega resorts in Costa do Sauípe. After a 30 minute drive from Salvador’s international airport, as you reach the vast white sand dune sanctuary of the Coconut Coast, you will find an exit for Guarajuba.  Following the only main street leading to the public assess beach, you will begin to understand why Guarajuba is so special…  Looking to your right you see the untouched marches going as far as the eye can see.  Turning to your left you will see a beautiful lake surrounded by white sand beaches belonging to one of the three exclusive private communities in Guarajuba.  A half mile ahead is Guarajuba beach - a quiet, safe and unspoiled stretch of golden sand, lined with coconut trees and protected by reefs, forming natural pools of lukewarm ocean water.

Although Guarajuba’s mostly seasonal residents assertively protect the rustic and tranquil characteristics of the environment, the place still offers the basic amenities such as shopping, restaurants and bars.

Guarajuba is also a popular retirement destination, primarily among Brazilians and Europeans, offering a beautiful setting with safety, tranquility and a very low cost of living. The price of most 3 to 5 bedroom brick homes start at around US$40,000 and go up to US$140,000 for the largest and most luxurious beach front properties.  The local infrastructure includes an international airport, a vast network of hotels and resorts, regularly scheduled bus service, paved assess to locations along the seashore, electrical energy, potable water, sewerage systems, emergency medical services, private and public security, fixed and mobile telecommunication services.

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