Brazil: World Cup 2014

Written by Harold McNeill on September 23rd, 2013. Posted in Travelogue


Brazil: World Cup 2014

Brazil Girls Collage

Photos: These photos were taken by Chris Vaughn, a friend from Nanaimo and former publisher of the World Football Pages (a BC based Magazine that ran for several years).  Chris always had a keen eye for capturing the essence of our International Football Matches and, as you can see in this series, Brazil brought out some very colourful Canadian girls to support the Canadian Team.  

The two game series was played in 2006 when the Brazilian U20 Men’s Team challenged Canada in a warm-up to the 2007 U-20 World Cup. The teams split series at one game each.  Below is a photo of the teams on the field at Royal Athletic Park. 

(The collage was created using a freeware system, so, of course they put their name in the middle)

Are You Thinking of Heading to Brazil in 2014?

Having previously hosted the Brazilians in Victoria, it is easy to see why people get so excited about going to South America. The 223437_20941017528_8057_nstunning display of colours and costumes that always accompany the South American teams, is certainly worth a second (or third) look as evidenced by the cover photo.

Photo (2006):  Canadian and Brazilian teams line up at Royal Athletic Park for the second game in the two game series.

More recently, we have been communication with a friend from Sao Paulo and it seems that the cost of attending this event could certainly stretch the credit card of even the very well healed. Perhaps you know someone who might put you up for a few days or has an inside track to less expensive accommodation and perhaps even access to tickets at one of the outside venues.

That being said, Lynn has gained access to a limited number of tickets and hotel rooms in Rio de Janeiro as noted below. The prices are in Canadian, per person and based on double occupancy and are for ‘Land’ only.  Please ask about flights.

The following include one Match game and accommodation at the Tulip Inn Copacabana– (Executive Room), in Rio de Janeiro (breakfast and Airport transfers included).

The prices do not include: International Airfare, Visa, Gratuities or optional excursions.

12-16 Jun   5 Days/4 Nights  From $4475pp    Match 15Jun 1900 Hr  F1 VS F2
16-19 Jun   4 Days/3 Nights  From $4475pp    Match 18Jun 1900 Hr  B1 VS B3
19-23 Jun   5 Days/4 Nights  From $4475pp    Match 22Jun 1900 Hr  H1 VS H3
23-26 Jun   4 Days/3 Nights  From $4475pp    Match 25Jun 1700 Hr  E2 VS E3
26-30 Jun   5 Days/4 Nights  From $4720pp    Match 28Jun 1700 Hr  1C VS 2D
30-05 Jul   6 Days/5 Nights  From  $5995pp    Match 04Jul 1300  Hr W53 VS W54
09-14 Jul   7 Days/6 Nights  From  $8330pp    Match 13Jul 1300  Hr W61 VS W62

Please email at lynnmcneill@cruiseshipcenters.com or call me at 250 656-5441 or cell at 250 893-1033, if you would like more information regarding the above.

Contact:

Lynn McNeill
Cruise & Vacation Specialist
Presidents Circle Silver

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  • Harold McNeill

    October 10, 2024 |

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  • Mike Fedorowich

    September 1, 2023 |

    I have gone through the above noted text and have found it quite informative.
    I am a former member with several law enforcement agencies from across Canada.
    I worked in the First Nations service under the authority of the RCMP with the over sight of the OPP. My law enforcement service was conducted under the authority of the Nishnawbe – Aski Police Service in North West Ontario the Louis Bull Police Sevice in Hobbema AB, the Kitasoo Xaixais Police Service in Northern in side passage on Swindle Island, the Lac Suel Police Service North West Ontario and the Vancouver Transit Authority Sky Train Police Service. I’m presently dealing with an RCMP member for falsifying a report against me for a road rage event. Court case is finished and the charge was dropped but I have an on going complaint with the member and have forwarded to the WATCH DOGS IN OTTAWA FOR the RCMP review and consideration. I believe the said officer is in violation of his oath of office and should be held accountable for falsifying his RTCC all the while dragging me through the court system here in Nanaimo. RCMP continue to stonewall the appeal but Ottawa and the crowns office are still looking into the matter. if your able and find the time or the interest in this very brief introduction, I would very much like to speak with you and would be grateful to hear any wisdom that may come across from your end. I served with First Nations Police Services for ten years in isolation and six years with Transit Police out of New West Minster. I do value and appreciate any time you could spare to chat for a bit on this particular subject matter. Respectfully with out anger but an open mind, Mike Fedorowich Nanaimo BC 250 667 0060

  • Harold McNeill

    February 28, 2022 |

    Hi Robert, I do remember some of those folks from my early years in Cold Lake (Hazel was my aunt and our family spent many fond times with Uncle Melvin, Aunt Hazel and Family. I knew Lawrence and Adrian. Having read a half dozen accounts it is clear their were many false narratives and, perhaps, a few truths along the way. I tried my best to provide an even account from what I read. Cheers, Harold. (email: Harold@mcneillifestories.com)

  • Robert Martineau

    February 25, 2022 |

    Its been a long time since any post here, but its worth a shot. My Grandfather was Hazel Wheelers brother Lawrence, and son to Maggie and Adrien. Maggie Martineau (nee Delaney) is my great grandmother. The books and articles to date are based on the white mans viewpoint and the real story as passed down by the Elders in my family is much more nefarious. Some of the white men were providing food for the Indians in exchange for sexual favors performed by the Squaws. Maggie was the product of one of those encounters. Although I am extremely proud of my family and family name, I am ashamed about this part of it.

  • Julue

    January 28, 2022 |

    Good morning Harold!
    Gosh darn it, you are such a good writer. I hope you have been writing a book about your life. It could be turned into a movie.
    Thanks for this edition to your blog.
    I pray that Canadians will keep their cool this weekend and next week in Ottawa. How do you see our PM handling it? He has to do something and quick!
    Xo Julie

  • Herb Craig

    December 14, 2021 |

    As always awesome job Harold. It seems whatever you do in life the end result is always the same professional, accurate, inclusive and entertaining. You have always been a class act and a great fellow policeman to work with. We had some awesome times together my friend. I will always hold you close as a true friend. Keep up the good work. Hope to see you this summer.
    Warm regards
    Herb Craig

  • Harold McNeill

    November 26, 2021 |

    Hi Dorthy, So glad you found those stories and, yes, they hold many fond memories. Thanks to social media and the blog, I’ve been able to get in touch with many friends from back in the day. Cheers, Harold

  • Harold McNeill

    November 26, 2021 |

    Well, well. Pleased to see your name pop up. I’m in regular contact via FB with many ‘kids’ from back in our HS days (Guy, Dawna, Shirley and others). Also, a lot of Cold Lake friends through FB. Cheers, Harold

  • Harold McNeill

    November 26, 2021 |

    Oh, that is many years back and glad you found the story. I don’t have any recall of others in my class other than the Murphy sisters on whose farm my Dad and Mom worked.

  • Harold McNeill

    November 26, 2021 |

    Pleased to hear from you Howie and trust all is going well. As with you, I have a couple of sad stories of times in my police career when I crossed paths with Ross Barrington Elworthy. Just haven’t had the time to write those stories.