Category: Tourism
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The Hot and Crystal Clear Waters of Caldas Novas
Caldas Novas is located in a region that hosts one of the largest hydrothermal parks in the world. The water springs in the area, with temperatures ranging from 36 to 70 degrees Celsius, are the main reason for the city’s popularity. Hot and crystal clear waters emerge at approximately 60°C. The local thermal waters are…
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Did You Know That Brazil Has a Residence Visa for Digital Nomads?
How about leaving behind the boring daily routine and living temporarily in Brazil while continuing to work remotely? In January 2022, Brazil established a visa for digital nomads that allows foreign workers to live in the South American country while working remotely. It is a temporary residence permit valid for one year, which can be…
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US to End COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement for International Travelers on May 11
The United States will end its COVID-19 vaccination requirements for international travelers and federal employees on May 11, the date when the public health emergency order imposed at the beginning of the pandemic expires, the White House announced this week. In February, the U.S. House of Representatives voted in favor of suspending the requirement that…
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Visa Issuance Delays Disrupt International Tourism in the U.S.
Visa issuance delays are disrupting international tourism in the U.S., with significant waiting times for applicants from Brazil, India, Mexico, and Colombia.
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A Travel Trailer That Provides the Luxurious Comfort of a Yacht
Have you ever dreamed of experiencing the luxurious comfort of a yacht, but prefer to keep your feet on solid ground? Then, the travel trailer might be exactly the solution for you. With modern amenities and design elements inspired by the elegance and comfort of a yacht, the travel trailer can offer all the luxuries of home…
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Embratur Launches an Innovation Lab
Embratur announces the creation of the 1st unit of Embratur Lab in Rio de Janeiro, a center for developing innovations for tourism. The goal is to promote competitiveness and environmental sustainability of services in this sector. The innovation lab was launched in partnership with Turistech Hub Brasil, a center with similar objectives based in São…
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Brazilians Rank High Among the Largest Recipients of U.S. Visas
Research conducted by AG Immigration — an immigration law firm based in Washington, D.C. — shows that Brazilians ranked third in the list of those who received the most American visas in 2022. A total of 815,842 visas of 80 different types were issued, an increase of 618.8% compared to the previous year (113,505). The…
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Have you heard of Alter do Chão?
Alter do Chão has been described as one of the best beach destinations in Brazil by the English newspaper The Guardian. The village is located just 38 km from the city of Santarém, in the heart of the Amazon. Set in a beautiful setting, it is the perfect spot for visitors to enjoy one of…
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Lençóis Maranhenses could become a World Natural Heritage Site
The Lençóis Maranhenses National Park in Maranhão is competing for the Unesco World Natural Heritage title, with its application already approved.
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Drugs in the Luggage: How to Keep Your Bags Safe
Two Brazilian women were arrested in Frankfurt, Germany, accused of international drug trafficking, after 40 kilograms of cocaine were found in their luggage by German authorities. They were traveling from São Paulo to Berlin on vacation. It was proven, however, that both were victims of a gang of traffickers operating at Guarulhos Airport, who swapped…