The Carnival festivities have energized the economy, created jobs, and attracted visitors across all regions of Brazil.
The city of Rio de Janeiro estimated 1.1 million Brazilian and foreign tourists who enjoyed the celebration, generating a financial movement of around R$ 3 billion.
Are you ready for the Rio Carnival of 2018? Next year, Carnival officially starts on Friday, February 9, and ends on Fat Tuesday, February 13. If you arrive in Rio de Janeiro before the official start of Carnival, don’t miss the chance to participate in some of the numerous events happening in the marvelous city during the pre-carnival period. It’s worth it!
For more information, call BACC Travel at (212) 730-1010.
ISAURA LA COUR
Journalist
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