Brazil News
Exploring Brazil beyond the tourist traps: a complete prep guide
While the iconic silhouette of Christ the Redeemer and the bustling sands of Copacabana define the international image of Brazil, a vast and diverse world awaits travelers willing to venture beyond these well-trodden paths. Exploring Brazil beyond the tourist traps means focusing on lesser-visited natural wonders, cultural enclaves, and authentic experiences that define the country’s true spirit. From the seasonally flooded plains of the Pantanal to the surreal white dunes of Lençóis Maranhenses, the “B-side” of Brazil offers immersive journeys into biodiversity and heritage. This guide helps you navigate these remote regions, prioritizing deep cultural connection and sustainable tourism over standard sightseeing.
TAP REACHES TWO MILLION PASSENGERS ON PORTUGAL-BRAZIL ROUTES
TAP Air Portugal has once again reached a historic milestone in its operations between Portugal and Brazil. For the first time in its history, the airline surpassed the mark of two million passengers carried in a single year between the two countries. This figure represents a significant increase in demand for flights between the two continents and consolidates TAP’s position as one of the main operators of transatlantic routes. With daily and frequent flights between Lisbon and various Brazilian cities, the airline has been an essential bridge for cultural, tourist and business exchange between the two nations. The milestone of two million passengers is one that has never been reached before in a single year.
TAP launches new route to Florianópolis, Brazil
TAP Air Portugal is soaring to new heights with its newest route to Florianópolis, the capital of the state of Santa Catarina, in Southern Brazil.
Emirates Brings the Flavours of Brazil to the Skies for Carnival Celebrations
Emirates is set to delight customers traveling between Dubai and Brazil from February 9th to 17th with a special menu featuring classic Brazilian dishes to commemorate Carnival. Passengers flying from Dubai to Brazil will savor traditional Picanha steak or Bife acebolado, followed by Brigadeiro cheesecake, while those traveling in the opposite direction will enjoy Brazilian beef short ribs or Picadinho de Caranaval, accompanied by coconut cheesecake or Cocada Cremosa.
Emirates boosts services to Brazil and Argentina to five weekly flights from December
Emirates has announced a fifth frequency on its Dubai - Rio de Janeiro route, starting 7 December 2024. The additional weekly flight on Saturdays will provide increased capacity on its service to the Brazilian city and will support the growing demand for travel on the route.
Brazil eyes the UK as a major European source market for 2024
South America’s largest country is keen to attract visitors from the UK, with an approach potentially including Fam and Press Trips, Strategic Partnerships and Creative Activations.
Emirates and Azul expand partnership to offer joint loyalty programme benefits
Emirates and Azul Linhas Aereas Brasileiras S.A (Azul) have taken their partnership to new heights with the launch of a reciprocal loyalty programme offering. Emirates Skywards and TudoAzul frequent flyer members can now earn and redeem Miles across a joint network of more than 290 destinations worldwide
Emirates’ Premium Economy to extend to São Paulo and Tokyo Narita
Premium Economy to be introduced on Emirates’ A380 service to São Paulo from 19 November, representing the first in Emirates’ Latin American network
Tips for exploring Brazil’s breathtaking beaches
Brazil has so many beautiful beaches that choosing one is a challenge. To the north, you have Ilha do Amor, Caraíva, and Maragogi; to the south, you have Lagoinha do Leste and Bonete; and in Rio, the famous Ipanema and Copacabana beaches await you!
Vamos Virgin! Flights to São Paulo are now on sale from 6 September
Virgin Atlantic’s first ever South American service will take to the skies from on 13 May 2024
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TAP has flown more than one million customers between Brazil and Portugal in 2023
TAP Air Portugal has already flown more than one million customers on its connections between Portugal and Brazil up to and including July 2023.
Virgin Atlantic launches one off samba special featuring Anton Du Beke and AJ Pritchard
Taking to the skies from 13 May 2024, the route from London Heathrow to Sao Paulo, Brazil is the airline’s first foray to South America Strictly Come Dancing professionals Anton Du Beke, AJ Pritchard, and Brazilian actress and model, Juliana Paes have appeared in a reimagined samba-style safety video* to announce the news