Tourism

Despegar expects strong growth as regional tourism recovers

CFO Amit Singh speaks to The Brazilian Report about the Argentinian-born unicorn now looking to conquer Brazil’s travel booking market

3 months ago

2023 could be the year for tourism recovery in Brazil

With more holidays and international currencies more expensive, Brazilians should be keener to explore their own country

1 year ago

Meet Latin America’s best restaurants

Latin American gastronomy offers a state-of-the-art knife and fork experience whose flavor can be very original

1 year ago

Brazilian beaches are cleaning up their act

A growing number of beaches in Brazil are eligible for certification recognizing good environmental management — a sign of the…

2 years ago

Brazil missing out on billions in eco-tourism potential

Despite being home to some of the world's most beautiful beaches and parks, Brazil vastly underperforms as a tourist destination…

2 years ago

South American tourism industry hopes for boom from currency devaluation

A strong U.S. dollar has helped attract foreign tourists to Brazil and could make other South American destinations attractive to…

2 years ago

Rediscovery of local ingredients earns Brazilian cuisine international recognition

As globalized gastronomy seeks local ingredients and techniques, Brazilian food is reaping the rewards with its own culinary revolution

2 years ago

War in Ukraine slowing down long-awaited recovery of Brazil’s travel industry

High oil prices, a still-unfavorable exchange rate, and inflation that bites into consumers’ discretionary spending mean the sector still faces…

2 years ago

Brazil is an emerging gay tourism hotspot, but the government doesn’t want to know

Actions to promote gay tourism in the country have been actively ignored since Jair Bolsonaro came to power, despite Brazil…

2 years ago

Petrópolis disaster leaves a scar on Brazil’s historical landmarks

With hundreds dead and much physical destruction, evidence emerges of authorities’ negligence in preparing prevention and mitigation strategies

2 years ago