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When people think of Carnival in Brazil, they usually think of Carnival in Rio de Janeiro. People don't realize that Brazilians celebrate Carnival all over Brazil. Although the Carnival in Rio de Janeiro is the most popular Carnival for tourists, the most popular Carnival for Brazilians is the Carnival in Salvador, Bahia. Millions of people hit the streets to celebrate the biggest party in the world. According to the Guinness Book of World Records, this is the biggest street party in the world. Everyone who's ever gone to Salvador for Carnival has stories of partying, meeting people and leaving the party just to return to the party later for another round and it goes on all night long for 5 days. So, prepare yourself to get some rest during the day so you can be in the streets all night long. Unlike Carnival in Rio, where most of the festivities are in bleachers and balls throughout the city, you get to actually participate in the Carnival in Salvador. If you like humungous street parties, Salvador, Bahia is the place you want to be. It's a crowd participation party as parades of live bands on big tall floats with powerful sound systems roll through the city and endless crowds of partiers follow along dancing and drinking until the point of passing out.

If you are looking to travel to Carnival in Brazil, check out Tours Gone Wild, especially if you are traveling by yourself or for the first time. They offer packages where all you have to do is show up and you will also be joining a group. Airfare, hotel, transfers and parties are included in the package as well as 24/7 On-site Staff. They also provide a 10 day package that goes to Carnival in Salvador followed by 4 nights in Rio de Janeiro so that you can experience the Winner's Parade and essentially two of the best carnivals in Brazil. Check out their Brazil Carnival Ulitmate Package.