Category: Tourism
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Incredible Places to Get Married in Rio de Janeiro
May is the month of brides, and Rio has everything to be the ideal setting for this special celebration. Imagine getting married at the most famous spots in the Marvelous City and making this unique moment even more special. To help with that, we’ve put together a list of some of the most beautiful places…
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Historic Record: International Tourism Injects US$ 6.9 Billion into the Brazilian Economy in 2023
International tourists visiting Brazil in 2023 left a record amount of US$ 6.9 billion in the country, according to the Central Bank of Brazil. This figure exceeds the highest revenue from international tourism recorded in 2014, the year Brazil hosted the FIFA World Cup, by 1.5%. A decade ago, foreign visitors contributed a total of…
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What Is the Difference Between TSA Precheck, Global Entry, and CLEAR?
Traveling is great, but before you board a flight, you first need to go through airport security. In 2023, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) recorded a record number of travelers at U.S. airports, and many travelers reported longer wait times than ever to get through security. Standing in a long line can be one of…
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International Tourists Spent US$ 800.6 Billion in Brazil in January 2024, a Record Amount
International tourists who visited Brazil spent US$ 800.6 million in the country in January 2024, according to the Central Bank (BC). This amount is the highest ever recorded and 1.5% higher than the revenue accumulated in 2014, the year Brazil hosted the FIFA World Cup. The president of the Brazilian Tourism Agency, Marcelo Freixo, celebrated…
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Do You Really Need to Buy Travel Insurance?
You can plan everything in advance and with great care, but even the best-laid plans can occasionally go wrong. That’s where travel insurance comes in, a way to ensure that you are covered against unforeseen events. But it can be expensive. In particular, seniors or travelers with pre-existing medical conditions may find it difficult to…
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Is Duty-Free Shopping a Good Deal or Not?
Duty-free Shopping, or tax-free shopping, can be an attractive option for international travelers. These retail establishments are typically found at airports, aboard cruise ships, and near border crossings. However, while purchases made at duty-free stores are always exempt from taxes, this does not mean that items are significantly cheaper. Sometimes, there are hidden fees and…
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Bad Times for Boeing
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In yet another terrible episode involving a Boeing aircraft, a 787 Dreamliner suddenly fell mid-flight on Monday (11), injuring dozens of passengers after the pilot temporarily lost control of the aircraft. The pilot managed to regain control and land the plane safely, but it is still unclear what caused the LATAM flight departing from Australia…
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March 11: The Day Everything Changed
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in Africa, Antarctica, Brazil, Business, children, Ecology and Sustainability, Economy, Education, Europe, Fashion, Geral, Health, History, Inside, LGBTQIA+, Men, Middle East, North America, Oceania, Politics, Science and Technology, South America, Sports, Sustainability, Theather, Tourism, TV, United States, Women, WorldA new chapter in global history – the pandemic era – officially emerged exactly four years ago, on a Wednesday, March 11. It is very rare to pinpoint a single day that transformed the entire world. But March 11, 2020, is one of those days. March 11 was the day the World Health Organization announced…
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Super Tuesday: Various States Choose Their Candidate for the American Presidency Today
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Super Tuesday is an important day in the primary elections in the United States, when voters from various states go to the polls to choose their party’s candidate for the general elections in November.
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8 Most Charming Small Towns in Brazil
Rivers snake through the Amazon Rainforest, imagine vibrant festivals, parties in the favelas, and a deep love for football and bossa nova. This is Brazil—a country where Christ the Redeemer opens its concrete arms to all travelers and locals out there. Thus, the most charming small towns in Brazil truly welcome eager tourists seeking sunny…