https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/tags/tag/brazil tourism/ Brazil Tourism News en Breaking Travel News Copyright 2026 2026-04-19T09:28:53+00:00 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tivoli-hotels-resorts-announces-its-third-property-in-brazil/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tivoli-hotels-resorts-announces-its-third-property-in-brazil/ Tivoli Hotels & Resorts is proud to announce the opening of Tivoli Maiorana Belem Pará Hotel, the brand’s third property in Brazil and its first in the country’s Northern region, located in the heart of the city of Belém, the capital of Pará state. After hosting COP30 last November, Belém has been attracting the world’s attention not only for its environmental importance — known as the gateway to the Amazon — but also for its vibrant cultural and gastronomic scene. Tue, 17 Mar 2026 05:07:00 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/minor-hotels-announces-first-signing-under-its-new-minor-reserve-collection/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/minor-hotels-announces-first-signing-under-its-new-minor-reserve-collection/ Minor Hotels, a leading global hotel owner and operator, has announced the signing of the first property under its new luxury collection brand, Minor Reserve Collection. Slated to launch in 2028, Aventora Resort Baía Formosa, Minor Reserve Collection, will be located in Brazil’s Rio Grande do Norte in the northeast of the country, in an area recognised as a key destination for eco-tourism. Wed, 28 Jan 2026 07:19:34 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/four-seasons-and-catuai-asset-announce-luxury-beachfront-hotel-in-rio-de-ja/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/four-seasons-and-catuai-asset-announce-luxury-beachfront-hotel-in-rio-de-ja/ Leading luxury hospitality company Four Seasons and real estate asset management firm Catuaí Asset announce Four Seasons Hotel Rio de Janeiro at Leblon. Sun, 14 Dec 2025 04:41:35 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cop30-to-feature-regenerative-tourism-experiences-in-the-brazilian-amazon/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cop30-to-feature-regenerative-tourism-experiences-in-the-brazilian-amazon/ During COP30, MUDA! – The Brazilian Collective for Responsible Tourism invites conference participants and visitors to take part in two regenerative tourism experiences on islands near Belém (PA). These initiatives showcase how community-based tourism and bioeconomy practices can inspire new ways to address the climate and social crises. Mon, 03 Nov 2025 07:18:44 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/wtm-london-2024-alisson-andrade-coordinator-of-international-markets-brazil/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/wtm-london-2024-alisson-andrade-coordinator-of-international-markets-brazil/ Fri, 08 Nov 2024 15:03:11 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hilton-continues-rapid-expansion-in-brazil-with-debut-of-its-20th-hotel-in/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hilton-continues-rapid-expansion-in-brazil-with-debut-of-its-20th-hotel-in/ Hilton have announced the debut of Yoo2 Rio de Janeiro, Tapestry Collection by Hilton marking the company’s 20th hotel in the country and Tapestry’s first property in Rio de Janeiro. Owned and managed by ICH/Intercity Hotéis, the 135-room hotel is located in the trendy Botafogo neighborhood and features spectacular views of Sugar Loaf Mountain and Christ the Redeemer. This property builds on Hilton’s rapid expansion in the market where it plans to introduce two new brands in the upcoming years. Sun, 21 Jul 2024 06:14:20 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/post-expo-2020-brazil-keeps-up-the-momentum-for-sustainable-opportunities-o/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/post-expo-2020-brazil-keeps-up-the-momentum-for-sustainable-opportunities-o/ Participation of Brazil in Expo 2020 Dubai helped the South American nation inspire the world by showcasing the best of its resourcefulness, determination and entrepreneurship for the mankind. Sun, 29 May 2022 11:00:40 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/iltm-latin-america-2022-proves-a-big-industry-comeback/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/iltm-latin-america-2022-proves-a-big-industry-comeback/ ILTM Latin America 2022 in Sao Paulo this week proved to be an incredible live reunion for global luxury travel brands, highlighting the resurgence of the sector in the region. Fri, 06 May 2022 17:00:46 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jw-marriott-makes-saeo-paulo-debut/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jw-marriott-makes-saeo-paulo-debut/ JW Marriott has opened the first Marriott luxury hotel in São Paulo, Brazil’s largest metropolis. Fri, 06 May 2022 10:35:34 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/brazil-eases-restrictions-for-unvaccinated-travellers/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/brazil-eases-restrictions-for-unvaccinated-travellers/ Brazil is easing Covid travel restrictions on the back of a drop in infection rates. The Latin American nation has lifted quarantine requirements for unvaccinated visitors, although they are still required to show a negative Covid result. Thu, 07 Apr 2022 12:31:35 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/rosewood-saeo-paulo-opens-in-brazil/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/rosewood-saeo-paulo-opens-in-brazil/ Centrally located in the heart of the vibrant city near the lively Avenida Paulista, Rosewood São Paulo is a metropolitan oasis set within the historical enclave of Cidade Matarazzo. Tue, 11 Jan 2022 11:54:17 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jw-marriott-hotel-saeo-paulo-to-open-this-year/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jw-marriott-hotel-saeo-paulo-to-open-this-year/ Marriott International has signed an agreement to debut JW Marriott Hotel São Paulo in Parque da Cidade. The property will be converted from an existing luxury hotel. Mon, 10 Jan 2022 09:12:51 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bolsonaro-leads-brazil-delegation-to-expo-2020/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bolsonaro-leads-brazil-delegation-to-expo-2020/ Brazil has presented a line-up of cultural and entertainment activities to mark its Expo 2020 national day during the visit by president Jair Bolsonaro. Tue, 16 Nov 2021 10:16:54 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/marriott-signs-to-take-westin-brand-into-brazil/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/marriott-signs-to-take-westin-brand-into-brazil/ Marriott International has signed a franchise agreement with Hotéis Deville to introduce the first Westin Hotels & Resorts in São Paulo, Brazil. Mon, 18 Oct 2021 04:51:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/mouraeo-claims-sustainability-mandate-on-expo-2020-visit/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/mouraeo-claims-sustainability-mandate-on-expo-2020-visit/ Brazilian vice president, Hamilton Mourão, has urged the international community to join his country in a continued push for sustainability during an official visit to Expo 2020 Dubai. Sun, 03 Oct 2021 03:23:04 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/kempinski-to-enter-south-america-for-first-time/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/kempinski-to-enter-south-america-for-first-time/ Kempinski Laje de Pedra Hotel & Residences in Canela was designed by Edgar Graeff, a disciple of Oscar Niemeyer, and originally opened in 1978. The company hopes to reopen in 2024. Tue, 31 Aug 2021 07:42:59 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/six-senses-botanique-opens-in-brazil/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/six-senses-botanique-opens-in-brazil/ This property is located 2.5 hours from São Paulo and 3.5 hours from Rio de Janeiro, and lies at the confluence of three river valleys in the heart of the Mantiqueira Mountains. Wed, 10 Feb 2021 06:28:19 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-to-bring-a380-to-sao-paulo-route-next-month/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-to-bring-a380-to-sao-paulo-route-next-month/ This will be the first time that the iconic aircraft has returned to South America since the suspension of passenger flights due to the Covid-19 pandemic in March. Tue, 22 Dec 2020 08:00:07 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/six-senses-botanique-to-open-in-brazil-next-year/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/six-senses-botanique-to-open-in-brazil-next-year/ Six Senses has unveiled plans for the opening of its first property in the Americas in early 2021, with the launch of Six Senses Botanique in Brazil. Tue, 10 Nov 2020 10:56:39 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tap-to-launch-two-new-north-america-routes-in-2020/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tap-to-launch-two-new-north-america-routes-in-2020/ The Portuguese flag-carrier will offer new departures to Maceió in Brazil and Montreal in Canada, as the airline continues to build its transatlantic operations. Thu, 21 Nov 2019 09:28:48 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/norwegian-takes-off-for-brazil-with-new-rio-de-janeiro-route/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/norwegian-takes-off-for-brazil-with-new-rio-de-janeiro-route/ The flight schedule will also offer Norwegian customers in both Europe and Brazil opportunities to connect via the carrier’s short-haul network of European flights. Mon, 01 Apr 2019 06:19:45 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/virgin-atlantic-to-debut-in-south-america-with-new-saeo-paulo-route/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/virgin-atlantic-to-debut-in-south-america-with-new-saeo-paulo-route/ Virgin Atlantic will launch flights between London Heathrow and São Paulo, Brazil, in 2020. The new service aims to capitalise on the fast-growing Brazilian economy, which benefits from year-round transatlantic demand. Wed, 20 Mar 2019 10:57:44 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/norwegian-to-offer-low-cost-flights-to-brazil/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/norwegian-to-offer-low-cost-flights-to-brazil/ Norwegian has launched the UK’s first low-fare flights to Brazil with a brand-new direct route from London to Rio de Janeiro. Norwegian offers a growing network of long-haul flights from London Gatwick to 12 popular USA destinations and Buenos Aires, Argentina. Tue, 27 Nov 2018 13:50:16 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/four-seasons-hotel-saeo-paulo-at-nacoes-unidas-to-open-in-october/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/four-seasons-hotel-saeo-paulo-at-nacoes-unidas-to-open-in-october/ The countdown is on to the grand opening of Four Seasons Hotel São Paulo at Nações Unidas, as the Hotel opens its reservations books and confirms arrivals beginning October 15th. Thu, 13 Sep 2018 17:06:03 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/no-restrictions-on-travel-following-yellow-fever-outbreak-in-brazil/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/no-restrictions-on-travel-following-yellow-fever-outbreak-in-brazil/ The Brazilian Tourist Board, Embratur, has reiterated the advice of the World Health Organisation that tourists, whether Brazilian or foreign, should undergo a vaccination against the yellow fever at least ten days before travelling to Brazil. Fri, 26 Jan 2018 13:27:32 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-europa-takes-dreamliner-to-saeo-paulo-for-first-time/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-europa-takes-dreamliner-to-saeo-paulo-for-first-time/ Air Europa is boosting its presence in Brazil with the addition of São Paulo to its network of Dreamliner destinations. Launching on the March 25th, Air Europa will operate its daily flight to São Paulo from Gatwick, via Madrid, with a Boeing 787-8. Thu, 25 Jan 2018 09:22:09 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/anantara-set-to-open-marau-bahia-resort-brazil-in-mid-2018/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/anantara-set-to-open-marau-bahia-resort-brazil-in-mid-2018/ Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas will debut its authentic luxury in Brazil in mid-2018 with the launch of Anantara Maraú Bahia Resort. Wed, 13 Dec 2017 10:31:55 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/vinicius-lummertz-president-brazilian-tourist-board/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/vinicius-lummertz-president-brazilian-tourist-board/ In a hard-hitting interview Vinicius Lummertz, president of the Brazilian Tourist Board, challenges the perceived image of Rio de Janeiro as unsafe for tourists and explains a new program launched by the government to improve its infrastructure. He also reveals what we can expect from Brazilian tourism in 2018. Fri, 10 Nov 2017 13:59:27 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/accorhotels-unveils-plans-for-three-hotel-complex-in-saeo-bernardo-do-campo/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/accorhotels-unveils-plans-for-three-hotel-complex-in-saeo-bernardo-do-campo/ Well-known as one of the main industrial centres in Brazil, ABCD region has a strong presence of large companies in the automotive and petrochemical sectors. As a result, the cities of Santo André, São Bernardo do Campo, São Caetano and Diadema attract investments and currently have the fourth highest GDP in the country, according to IBGE. Mon, 18 Sep 2017 08:45:31 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-palacio-tangara-saeo-paulo/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-palacio-tangara-saeo-paulo/ Palácio Tangará opened in São Paulo, Brazil, last month, marking a new era for European-owned Oetker Collection as it expands into the Americas for the first time. The hotel offers 141 spacious guestrooms - including 59 suites - all with beautiful views overlooking the park. Here Natália Murgel visits for Breaking Travel News. Tue, 25 Jul 2017 08:42:06 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ascott-signs-with-vitacon-for-two-new-brazil-properties/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ascott-signs-with-vitacon-for-two-new-brazil-properties/ The Ascott has stepped up its global expansion as it breaks into South America with franchise agreements for two serviced residences in São Paulo, Brazil. Vitacon, a leading real estate company in São Paulo, will franchise and operate the 92-unit Citadines VN Jardins São Paulo and 122-unit Citadines VN Faria Lima São Paulo. Wed, 05 Apr 2017 08:54:27 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/accor-signs-26-hotel-management-deal-with-brazil-hospitality-group/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/accor-signs-26-hotel-management-deal-with-brazil-hospitality-group/ AccorHotels announces it has signed an agreement with Brazil Hospitality Group and its shareholders, funds managed by GP Investments and GTIS Partners, in order to take over the management of 26 hotels currently owned or managed by BHG, the third-largest hotel company in Brazil. Fri, 03 Mar 2017 09:27:23 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gran-melia-nacional-rio-to-open-in-march/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gran-melia-nacional-rio-to-open-in-march/ Meliá Hotels International has launched its first luxury hotel from the Gran Meliá brand in Brazil with the official opening of Gran Meliá Nacional Rio in March 2017. Originally built in 1972 by the world renowned architect, Oscar Niemeyer, the famous ‘Hotel Nacional’ has reopened after more than a decade of being left abandoned, as the Gran Meliá brand’s flagship property. Thu, 19 Jan 2017 09:58:07 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/qatar-airways-to-boost-capacity-on-south-america-routes/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/qatar-airways-to-boost-capacity-on-south-america-routes/ Qatar Airways will introduce additional capacity to its two South American gateways from December 1st, when the airline upgrades its existing aircraft operating on the route, a Boeing 777-200LR, to a Boeing 777-300ER. The upgrade to the Extended Range aircraft will provide an additional 99 seats per day from the airline’s capital in Doha to Sao Paulo and Buenos Aires. Thu, 22 Sep 2016 09:15:15 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/rio-2016-half-a-million-guests-visit-brazil-for-olympic-games/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/rio-2016-half-a-million-guests-visit-brazil-for-olympic-games/ Rio 2016 spurred the arrival of 541,000 international tourists in Brazil from July 1st to August 15th, an increase of 157,000 people in relation to the same period of the previous year. The visa waiver for visitors from the USA, Canada, Japan and Australia benefitted 74.7 per cent of foreigners who came to Brazil for the Games. Tue, 06 Sep 2016 11:46:49 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/rio-2016-half-a-million-tourists-expected-in-brazil-for-olympic-games/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/rio-2016-half-a-million-tourists-expected-in-brazil-for-olympic-games/ The Brazilian government has said it expects around 500,000 additional foreign visitors to come to Rio de Janeiro to experience the Olympic atmosphere. With the games set to official launch during the Opening Ceremony this evening, final preparations are being put in place. Fri, 05 Aug 2016 09:55:54 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/brazil-enters-last-lap-of-olympic-preparations/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/brazil-enters-last-lap-of-olympic-preparations/ Brazil is getting ready to hold the first Olympic and Paralympic Games in South America, with the opening ceremony just ten days away. Following the success of the 2014 World Cup, the country has already shown that Brazil is a culturally rich country, with a friendly and welcoming population. Tue, 26 Jul 2016 09:26:35 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-hotel-emiliano-saeo-paulo/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-hotel-emiliano-saeo-paulo/ Hotel Emiliano is the leading small luxury hotel in São Paulo. The hotel offers the most sophisticated Brazilian hospitality experience, setting itself apart by reflecting the caring and friendly personality of Brazilian people. Here Breaking Travel News editor Chris O’Toole calls in for the night. Wed, 13 Jul 2016 13:02:38 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wttc-applauds-brazil-stance-of-olympic-visas/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wttc-applauds-brazil-stance-of-olympic-visas/ The World Travel & Tourism Council has congratulated the government of Brazil for adopting new policies that exempt tourist visas for citizens from the US, Australia, Canada and Japan during Brazil’s hosting of the 2016 Olympics. The exemptions will be in place from June 1st until September 18th this year. Fri, 08 Jan 2016 09:18:24 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/four-seasons-moves-into-brazil-with-saeo-paulo-property/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/four-seasons-moves-into-brazil-with-saeo-paulo-property/ Four Seasons had confirmed plans to open Four Seasons Hotel São Paulo at Nações Unidas in 2017, with Private Residences to follow. Through the partnership between Iron House Real Estate and Tamweelview European Holdings, the 254-room Hotel and 84 Private Residences will be the group’s first foray into Brazil. Thu, 22 Oct 2015 09:45:04 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/fifa-world-cup-boosts-tourism-in-brazil/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/fifa-world-cup-boosts-tourism-in-brazil/ Over the course of 2014 Brazil welcomed 6,429,852 international tourists, boosted primarily by hosting the World Cup. For the first time, the country exceeded the six million mark for foreign entries, with the number of visitors representing a 10.6 per cent increase against 2013 figures. Wed, 15 Jul 2015 09:25:56 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/rio-welcomes-first-light-rail-trains-ahead-of-2016-olympic-games/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/rio-welcomes-first-light-rail-trains-ahead-of-2016-olympic-games/ The first train for Rio’s new Light Rail system has just arrived in Rio for testing, as part of Brazil’s investment in public infrastructure ahead of the 2016 Olympics. With over 480,000 tourists predicted to descend on Rio de Janeiro for the Olympic & Paralympic Games next summer, the Light Rail will carry approximately 285,000 tourists every day, easing the pressure on the city’s other transport systems. Fri, 10 Jul 2015 08:35:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/venues-confirmed-for-2016-olympic-games-football-tournament/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/venues-confirmed-for-2016-olympic-games-football-tournament/ It’s confirmed. In addition to Rio de Janeiro, five other Brazilian cities will stage the 2016 Olympic Games and host the men’s and women’s football matches. The 58 matches will be played in Belo Horizonte (Mineirão), Brasília (Estádio Mané Garrincha), Manaus (Arena Amazônia), Rio de Janeiro (Maracanã and the Olympic Stadium), Salvador (Arena Fonte Nova) and São Paulo (Arena Corinthians), totalling six cities and seven stadiums. Fri, 20 Mar 2015 12:59:59 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/guanabara-welcomes-brazils-rio-carnival-to-london/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/guanabara-welcomes-brazils-rio-carnival-to-london/ This February, the vibrant colours, tantalising tastes and energetic sounds of Rio Carnival will come to Guanabara, London’s most popular Brazilian venue, for seven days of non-stop celebrations. Kicking off on Wednesday February 11th 2015, Guanabara will host a variety of events, from exciting circus acts and award winning samba dancers, to live Brazilian bands and theatrical masked parties, ensuring a diverse week full of non-stop entertainment. Wed, 04 Feb 2015 10:17:10 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/azul-prepares-for-initial-public-offering-as-growth-continues/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/azul-prepares-for-initial-public-offering-as-growth-continues/ Brazilian airline Azul has revived plans for an initial public offering as it prepares to launch flights to the United States. The carrier revealed plans to list preferred shares on the Level 2 chapter of the Sao Paulo Stock Exchange, and American depositary shares on the New York Stock Exchange. Wed, 03 Dec 2014 10:10:42 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/fifa-world-cup-2014-drives-up-tourism-spending-in-brazil/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/fifa-world-cup-2014-drives-up-tourism-spending-in-brazil/ Data released by the Central Bank indicates that between January and August of this year, international tourists visiting Brazil spent 8.8 per cent more than during the same period last year. In total spending reached £3,029 billion in 2014 compared to £2,785 billion in 2013. Mon, 29 Sep 2014 07:57:33 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/fifa-world-cup-england-dangle-by-a-thread-following-latest-loss/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/fifa-world-cup-england-dangle-by-a-thread-following-latest-loss/ Drama, joy and emotion – three essential ingredients of any FIFA World Cup – were in plentiful supply yesterday. It was a day on which heroes joined forces to lead their teams to glory, while others completed unlikely comebacks and one player in particular was unable to withstand the emotion of it all, leading to a rumour or two on social networking sites. All in all, it was another excellent day for South America, with Colombia striding into the second round for the first time in 24 years, while Uruguay bounced back to revive their hopes of pulling off another Maracanazo and leave England’s chances of making further progress hanging by a thread. Fri, 20 Jun 2014 06:39:59 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/fifa-world-cup-2014-england-defeated-by-italy-in-brazil/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/fifa-world-cup-2014-england-defeated-by-italy-in-brazil/ England’s opening game of the World Cup against Italy finished in defeat on Saturday in the heat of the Arena Amazonia in Manaus. Sun, 15 Jun 2014 11:27:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/fifa-world-cup-2014-festival-of-football-kicks-off-with-brazilian-win/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/fifa-world-cup-2014-festival-of-football-kicks-off-with-brazilian-win/ Brazil welcomed the world to the opening of the FIFA World Cup 2014 yesterday with a bright, colourful opening ceremony in the city of Sao Paulo. The hosts also won their opening game, despite a scare, beating Croatia 3-1 in a hard fought match. Fri, 13 Jun 2014 06:18:44 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/fifa-world-cup-2014-brazil-prepares-for-greatest-show-on-earth/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/fifa-world-cup-2014-brazil-prepares-for-greatest-show-on-earth/ After years of preparation the talking is finally over, with Brazil set to host the FIFA World Cup 2014 from June 12th until July 13th. The tournament offers the destination a once in a lifetime opportunity to showcase its tourism offering, with hundreds of thousands of travellers expected to converge on the country. Thu, 12 Jun 2014 05:44:51 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/world-cup-2014-host-city-belo-horizonte/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/world-cup-2014-host-city-belo-horizonte/ Belo Horizonte – or “Beautiful Horizon” – will be one of the host cities at the 2014 World Cup in Brazil. A city renowned for its passion for the beautiful game and the intense rivalry between its two largest football teams, Atlético Mineiro and Cruzeiro, it has a number of sport tourism attractions. Thu, 12 Jun 2014 05:01:54 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/fifa-world-cup-2014-away-from-the-football/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/fifa-world-cup-2014-away-from-the-football/ Although this is the time for Brazil to burst onto the global stage, there was, of course, a thriving tourism industry in the country before the World Cup came to town. So what about those destinations which will not be swamped by football fans looking for the next big game? Here Breaking Travel News takes a run through some of the tourism attractions which will likely retain an air of serenity this summer. Wed, 11 Jun 2014 21:37:11 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/brazil-welcomes-new-tourism-record/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/brazil-welcomes-new-tourism-record/ Brazil celebrated the entry of six million foreign tourists during 2013 when, Nadia Panis, an Argentine tourist that broke the record, arrived on Thursday December 5th at Antônio Carlos Jobim (Galeão) International Airport in Rio de Janeiro and was greeted with festivities hosted by the president of Embratur, Flávio Dino. Having achieved this historic milestone, Embratur is now working towards reaching a new goal for the number of foreign tourists visiting Brazil next year. Mon, 16 Dec 2013 11:38:55 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/british-visitors-lead-brazil-tourism-boom/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/british-visitors-lead-brazil-tourism-boom/ The number of British people travelling to Brazil last year increased by four per cent, with 155,548 making the trip in 2012. The data, released by the Brazilian Ministry of Tourism, confirms that a record number of international tourists visited Brazil in 2012, with a total of 5,433,354 tourists travelling into the country, a 4.5 per cent growth on 2011. Wed, 05 Jun 2013 07:16:07 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/fifa-world-cup-brazil-plays-catch-up-ahead-of-2014/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/fifa-world-cup-brazil-plays-catch-up-ahead-of-2014/ Headlines in the recent build up to the FIFA World Cup in Brazil next year have been decidedly mixed of late. Stadium closures, fan riots, and infrastructure delays have all caused concern, but Breaking Travel News here finds the private sector may yet save the day. Wed, 03 Apr 2013 14:01:22 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/mexico-and-brazil-approve-visa-exemption/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/mexico-and-brazil-approve-visa-exemption/ The governments of Mexico and Brazil have agreed to the exemption of the short-stay visas in ordinary passports for their citizens. The move is designed to increase the flow of travellers between the two nations. Thu, 21 Mar 2013 08:10:03 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/brazils-key-cities-gearing-up-for-the-2016-olympics/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/brazils-key-cities-gearing-up-for-the-2016-olympics/ With the London 2012 Olympics over, the spotlight has started to shift to Brazil, which will be hosting the 2014 FIFA World Cup and the 2016 Summer Olympic and Paralympic Games. Brazil reported increases of 9.9 percent in revenue per available room (RevPAR) for the first seven months year to date, led by 14.5-percent increase in average daily rate (ADR) in local currency, according a recent report. Thu, 13 Sep 2012 08:24:15 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/africa-and-indian-ocean-islands-join-forces-to-attract-tourists-from-brazil/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/africa-and-indian-ocean-islands-join-forces-to-attract-tourists-from-brazil/ South Africa, Seychelles, Mauritius, Mozambique, Tanzania, Namibia, Botswana, Zambia, and Zimbabwe joined some 200 international hotel companies, destination management companies (DMCs), and tour operators to promote twin-center holidays between South Africa and its neighboring countries and its islands. Tue, 04 Sep 2012 17:30:12 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/brazilian-tourist-board-welcomes-election-of-rio-as-a-world-heritage-site/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/brazilian-tourist-board-welcomes-election-of-rio-as-a-world-heritage-site/ Rio de Janeiro in Brazil has become the first city to be named a UNESCO World Heritage Site in the Urban Cultural Landscape category. So far sites listed in the category have included rural areas, traditional agricultural systems, historic gardens and places of religious significance. Thu, 05 Jul 2012 18:00:27 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/brazil-rises-to-number-seven-in-the-world-of-global-events/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/brazil-rises-to-number-seven-in-the-world-of-global-events/ Brazil continues to climb the ladder of success as it moves up two places in the International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA) rating, overtaking Japan and China. In the ranking, showing the number of events hosted by each country, Brazil is the only country in Latin America within the top ten. Sat, 09 Jun 2012 10:30:38 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sao-paulo-prepares-for-largest-ever-lgbt-festival/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sao-paulo-prepares-for-largest-ever-lgbt-festival/ This June, more than 4.5 million partygoers are expected to come together for the world’s largest gay pride festival hosted annually in Sao Paulo, Brazil. The city was recently named the fourth most LGBT-friendly destination in the world, ahead of both London and Madrid. Tue, 22 May 2012 10:37:19 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/record-numbers-of-tourists-visit-brazil/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/record-numbers-of-tourists-visit-brazil/ According to figures from the ministry of tourism, the number of international visitors travelling to Brazil rose by 5.3 per cent in 2011 compared to 2010. The data, compiled in partnership with Embratur (Brazilian Tourist Board), revealed 5,433,354 tourists visited the country last year, 271,975 more than the year before. Sat, 12 May 2012 07:54:10 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/brazilian-tourist-board-launches-interactive-brand-channel-and-mobile-trave/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/brazilian-tourist-board-launches-interactive-brand-channel-and-mobile-trave/ Embratur, the Brazilian Tourist Board, has announced it is creating two new travelling tools – an interactive Brand Channel website and ‘Brasil Quest’, a video game app. The launch of these tools is part of an ongoing initiatitive to promote various destinations and cultural offerings travelers can experience in Brazil. Fri, 23 Mar 2012 00:00:23 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/brazil-is-leading-the-travel-and-tourism-economy-in-latin-america/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/brazil-is-leading-the-travel-and-tourism-economy-in-latin-america/ Brazil is Latin America’s fastest-growing travel and tourism economy; with travel and tourism’s direct contribution to GDP, it is forecast to grow at 7.8 percent in 2012. Mon, 19 Mar 2012 17:30:22 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/brazil-leads-south-american-tourism-charge/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/brazil-leads-south-american-tourism-charge/ Brazil is Latin America’s fastest growing tourism economy, according to new research, with the sector’s direct contribution to GDP forecast to grow 7.8 per cent in 2012. Research released by World Travel & Tourism president David Scowsill at Fórum Panrotas revealed the sector contributed US$79 billion to GDP in 2011. Fri, 16 Mar 2012 15:57:04 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/record-visitor-figures-during-october-for-brazil/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/record-visitor-figures-during-october-for-brazil/ Brazil recorded the highest ever visitor numbers during a single month in October, with some 799,763 travellers crossing the border. The guests spent £340 million, another record for the month of October. Tue, 29 Nov 2011 10:33:14 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/brazilian-tourism-minister-resigns-over-corruption-allegations/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/brazilian-tourism-minister-resigns-over-corruption-allegations/ Pedro Novais has resigned as minister of tourism in Brazil following a string of corruption allegations. The news follows the recent arrest of 30 tourism officials and business leaders - including deputy tourism minister Frederico Silva da Costa. Thu, 15 Sep 2011 09:17:38 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/five-die-in-brazil-tram-derailment/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/five-die-in-brazil-tram-derailment/ A tram derailed in Rio de Janeiro on Saturday, killing five people and injuring dozens. Sun, 28 Aug 2011 09:53:53 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-interview-embratur-director-of-products-destinations-m/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-interview-embratur-director-of-products-destinations-m/ The next five years are set to belong to Brazil; with Rio de Janeiro set to host the Olympic Games in 2014 and the country as a whole gearing up to welcome the FIFA World Cup in 2016. However, corruption allegations at the national tourism ministry and question marks over construction programmes have left some wondering whether the country is up to the challenge. BTN here sits down with Embratur director of products & destinations, Marco Lomanto, to see where the country stands. Thu, 25 Aug 2011 07:41:56 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/brazil-sets-sights-on-cruise/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/brazil-sets-sights-on-cruise/ Brazil is booming as a tourism destination, and now it has set its sights on its cruise industry. The sector has set new records in the region over the past year, with six cruise lines operating 20 vessels and carrying almost 800,000 guests. Tue, 31 May 2011 22:50:27 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wttc-summit-2011-maximising-opportunities-in-bric-economies/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wttc-summit-2011-maximising-opportunities-in-bric-economies/ Tapping into the potential of the BRIC economies was one of the key discussion points of Summit Day One of the WTTC Global Travel & Tourism Summit in Las Vegas. China, India and Brazil are fuelling an explosion in international tourism, delivering rich rewards for countries that are prepared, but trouble for those that aren’t. Wed, 18 May 2011 23:29:00 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tourists-visiting-rio-reach-highest-level-in-five-years/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tourists-visiting-rio-reach-highest-level-in-five-years/ The number of international tourists visiting Rio de Janeiro increased by 8% in 2010 compared with the previous year, according to a study conducted by Embratur, the Brazilian Tourism Board. The city received 1.61 million foreign visitors last year, compared with 1.49 million in 2009, an increase of 120,000 people and the highest level of international tourists in the last five years. Mon, 09 May 2011 14:00:42 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/landmark-reforms-set-to-boost-brazilian-aviation/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/landmark-reforms-set-to-boost-brazilian-aviation/ Brazil is paving the way to open its aviation industry up to foreign ownership, in a move aimed at attracting much-needed infrastructure improvements in the build-up to the 2014 World Cup and the 2016 Olympics. Fri, 22 Apr 2011 18:20:01 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-brazil-travel-site-launches/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-brazil-travel-site-launches/ Online Brazil travel site, Brol.com has unveiled its new site, featuring exclusive Brazil Air Pass online booking tool. Sat, 09 Apr 2011 09:37:54 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/world-cup-bidding-heats-up-at-soccerex-in-rio/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/world-cup-bidding-heats-up-at-soccerex-in-rio/ The battle to host the 2018 World Cup has been the overriding theme at this year’s Soccerex, which is being hosted in Rio de Janeiro for the first time. Mon, 22 Nov 2010 13:36:12 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/vettle-leads-charge-at-brazilian-grand-prix/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/vettle-leads-charge-at-brazilian-grand-prix/ Red Bull driver Sebastian Vettel has set the fastest time during first practice for the Brazilian Grand Prix at Interlagos, clocking in at one minute 12.328. Also in Brazil this week, World Mobi launched its new city guide to Rio de Janeiro. Thu, 04 Nov 2010 14:31:23 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/brazil-the-heat-is-on/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/brazil-the-heat-is-on/ Even a sharp global downturn has failed to dampen Brazil’s booming economy, and its tourism industry in particular has emerged tougher than ever. This weekend sees the spotlight turn to Sao Paulo as its famous Interlagos circuit plays host to the 39th Brazil Formula One Grand Prix. Wed, 03 Nov 2010 11:18:04 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/brazil-gains-another-world-heritage-site/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/brazil-gains-another-world-heritage-site/ São Francisco Square, in the town of São Cristóvão, Sergipe, is the country’s newest world heritage site. Fri, 06 Aug 2010 12:48:06 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/brazil-leads-south-americas-tourism-surge/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/brazil-leads-south-americas-tourism-surge/ Brazil is on a roll in the build up to the 2014 FIFA World Cup and the 2016 Olympics. But is its magic rubbing off on the rest of South America? Fri, 30 Jul 2010 16:43:46 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/brazil-seeks-help-from-chinese-for-its-natural-wonders/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/brazil-seeks-help-from-chinese-for-its-natural-wonders/ In its pavilion at the Shanghai Universal Exposition, Brazil presented its two finalists in the ‘Seven new wonders of nature’ competition – the Foz do Iguaçu Waterfalls and the Amazon Rainforest – yesterday, with the aim of bringing on board the Chinese and persuading them to vote for them. Wed, 28 Jul 2010 11:10:53 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/brazils-president-lula-launches-2014-world-cup-campaign/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/brazils-president-lula-launches-2014-world-cup-campaign/ Brazilian President Lula has launched the “Brazil is Calling You” campaign in Johannesburg, following South Africa officially handing over the keys to Brazil as the next host nation of the FIFA World Cup. Sun, 11 Jul 2010 14:35:10 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/ahic-2010-hermano-goncalves-de-souza-carvalho-director-ministry-of-tourism-/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/ahic-2010-hermano-goncalves-de-souza-carvalho-director-ministry-of-tourism-/ Hermano Goncalves De Souza Carvalho, Director, Ministry of Tourism, Brazil Tue, 04 May 2010 11:19:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/youngest-capital-city-celebrates-50-years-of-architectural-beauty-vitality-/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/youngest-capital-city-celebrates-50-years-of-architectural-beauty-vitality-/ Fifty years may not seem like much in the larger country history, but for Brasilia, fifty years is a great accomplishment. One cannot help but be impressed by the grandeur the federal capital has achieved in such a short time. Thu, 22 Apr 2010 09:25:51 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/international-arrivals-to-brazil-up-22.06-in-february/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/international-arrivals-to-brazil-up-22.06-in-february/ A total of 619,660 passengers arrived in Brazil on international flights, the highest level in February since 2005. Tue, 30 Mar 2010 09:42:06 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/weak-currency-cheaper-flights-aid-brazil-tourism-market/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/weak-currency-cheaper-flights-aid-brazil-tourism-market/ Brazil’s tourism sector seems to be in a privileged position relative to other major tourist destinations worldwide. The relative weakness of Brazil’s currency, and the prospect of cheaper flights, has brought an increase in the number of visitors to the country over the last six months. These factors may also lead in particular to a larger number of US tourists enjoying Brazil’s myriad attractions. Mon, 21 Dec 2009 17:19:03 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/wtm07-marcelo-pedroso-brazil-tourism/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/wtm07-marcelo-pedroso-brazil-tourism/ Breaking Travel News interviews Marcelo Pedroso, Director of Business & Events Tourism, Brazil Tourism speaks to BTN about gearing up for FIFA 2014. Wed, 07 Nov 2007 11:14:02 +0000