Category: Tourism
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LGBT+ Pride Parade Highlights Aging Amid Celebration and Reflection
With thousands of participants, the São Paulo LGBT+ Pride Parade placed the elderly LGBTQIA+ population at the center of the celebration and public debate for the first time in its 29-year history. On the completely packed Avenida Paulista, organizers estimated a crowd of 4 million people and featured 17 electric trios. The theme was well…
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LGBT+ Pride Parade Highlights Aging Amid Celebration and Reflection
With thousands of participants, the São Paulo LGBT+ Pride Parade placed the elderly LGBTQIA+ population at the center of the celebration and public debate for the first time in its 29-year history. On a completely packed Avenida Paulista, organizers estimated a crowd of 4 million people and featured 17 sound trucks. The theme was presented…
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The Boom in Tourism in Brazil
Brazil’s tourism sector is not just thriving – it is transforming. With record international revenues, innovative visitor numbers, and new cultural and professional initiatives, 2025 promises to be a historic year for tourism in the country. From the global appeal of Rio de Janeiro to the cultural depth of Pará and the rise of unexpected…
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Discover the Translucent Waters of Bonito and Dive into an Underwater World Full of Wonders
Located in the west of Brazil, in the state of Mato Grosso do Sul, the city of Bonito (Beau in Portuguese) is a natural paradise famous not only for its dreamlike landscapes with crystal-clear rivers, but also for its wide range of sports and adventure activities. A Pioneer in Ecotourism Accessible by plane from Rio…
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Brazil Joins Russia, Egypt, China, India, and Cuba in Ending Visa-Free Travel for US Citizens, While Jamaica, Bahamas, and Dominican Republic Tighten New Entry Rules in the Caribbean
In response to growing diplomatic friction, security concerns, and demands for equal treatment, Brazil has joined Russia, Egypt, China, India, and Cuba in ending visa-free travel for US citizens, while Jamaica, the Bahamas, and the Dominican Republic are tightening entry rules in the Caribbean through new screening and documentation requirements. Once considered hassle-free destinations, these…
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U.S. Announces Sanctions on Foreign Agents for Alleged “Censorship” Against Americans
The U.S. Secretary of State, Marco Rubio, announced a new foreign policy directive that imposes visa restrictions on foreign officials involved, according to the American accusation, in actions of alleged “censorship” against U.S. citizens or companies. “For too long, Americans have been fined, harassed, and even charged by foreign authorities for exercising their freedom of…
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In New Campaign, Brazil Shows US Tourists Why It’s the World’s Most Authentic Destination
With a focus on the authenticity, sustainability, and exuberance of Brazilian destinations, Embratur has launched a new campaign in the United States to show that there’s no place like Brazil in the world. The ads will take over social media and digital platforms across Uncle Sam’s land to reveal why Brazil has been achieving historic…
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Brazilian citizens to receive visa exemption for trips to China
China will implement an experimental visa exemption policy with five Latin American countries. The announcement was initially made by President Xi Jinping in his opening speech at the IV China-CELAC Ministerial Forum, but without specifying which countries. The confirmation about Brazil’s inclusion in the group came this Thursday. Citizens holding passports from Argentina, Chile, Peru,…
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Lady Gaga’s Show in Brazil Had Everything to Be Epic and Fulfilled That Mission
On the night when pop music met the sea, Lady Gaga turned Copacabana Beach into a spectacle. After 12 years of waiting, Brazilians finally received the news that Lady Gaga, also known as Mother Monster, would return to Brazil. Expectations were not only met but exceeded! What could have been just another show (like Madonna’s…
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“Destino Futuro” Program to Boost Tourism in the Northeast
Using innovative technology tools to boost tourism in the Northeast is the goal of the “Destino Futuro” Program, launched in Recife. The initiative will connect startups and innovation companies with micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises in the tourism sector to seek solutions to problems faced in the activity. Conducted jointly by the Brazilian Agency for…