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Brazil international tourism and business travel growth

Overview

Brazil continues to see robust growth in international tourism and business travel. By September 2026, the country surpassed 7 million international tourists for the year, with air arrivals accounting for over 4.9 million. September 2026 marked one of the strongest performances in recent history, with over 568,000 international visitors arriving in that month alone.

Growth is heavily driven by specific international markets. China remains a key emitting market, and while Argentina is a primary source, competition from the Caribbean and Miami is rising. Other significant markets include Colombia, Mexico, Peru, and Canada.

Regional performance remains strong, particularly in the Northeast, which saw a 32.5% increase in international arrivals. Specific states reported massive air arrival surges, including Rio Grande do Norte (124.6%), Alagoas (88%), Pernambuco (65.2%), and Paraíba (48%). Ceará also reached a historic record with 97,693 international visitors through September. In Rio de Janeiro, tourism generated R$ 22.5 billion between January and August 2026.

Revenue trends are upward; July 2026 saw the highest tourism revenue since 2012, reaching R$ 25.5 billion. The maritime sector is also expanding, with the 2026/2027 cruise season projected to increase capacity by 24%.

Recent developments in the hospitality sector indicate further expansion. Nord Hotels reported increases in occupancy rates, average daily rates, and RevPAR through September 2026, with expectations of maximum occupancy for the New Year's Eve period in locations such as João Pessoa, Patos, and Juazeiro do Norte. Additionally, Resorts Condominiums International (RCI) projects closing 2026 with at least 20 new affiliation contracts in Brazil, a 25% increase over 2025, including properties like the Wyndham Corumbá Lake Resort and Radisson Rio de Janeiro Barra.

Entities

Brazil · Embratur · Ministry of Tourism · IBGE · Bahia

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Timeline

  1. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Brazilian hospitality sector shows expansion through hotel growth and new contracts

    Brazil's hospitality sector is expanding, with Nord Hotels reporting improved occupancy and RevPAR, while RCI projects a 25% increase in new property affiliations for 2026.

  2. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Brazil cruise season 2026–2027 shows growth in Santos and Rio de Janeiro

    Brazil's 2026–2027 cruise season expects significant growth, with Santos projecting 164 calls and Rio de Janeiro anticipating a 33% increase in luxury ship arrivals.

  3. [BUSINESS] 4 sources
    Brazil surpasses 7 million international tourists in 2026

    Brazil recorded over 7 million international tourists from January to September 2026, driven by air travel growth and strong interest from China and Latin American markets.

  4. [BUSINESS] 12 sources
    Tourism sectors in Brazil report significant growth across multiple states

    Brazilian states report rising tourism trends in 2026, with significant international visitor growth in the Northeast, including Bahia, Ceará, and Rio Grande do Norte.

  5. [BUSINESS] 5 sources
    Brazil cruise season to expand 24% for 2026/2027 cycle

    Brazil's 2026/2027 cruise season is expanding by 24%, with eight regular ships and over 800,000 berths expected to boost tourism and local economies across various coastal destinations.

  6. [BUSINESS] 4 sources
    Brazil tourism revenue hits record R$25.5 billion in July

    Brazil's tourism revenue hit a record R$25.5 billion in July 2026, led by strong demand and an 18.7% revenue surge in the state of Bahia.

  7. [BUSINESS] 3 sources
    Rio de Janeiro tourism generates R$ 22.5 billion in eight months

    Rio de Janeiro's tourism sector generated R$ 22.5 billion between January and August 2026, seeing a 5% increase in visitor flow to 8.5 million people.

  8. [INTERNATIONAL] 34 sources
    World Tourism Day focuses on digital agenda and AI

    Global celebrations for World Tourism Day focused on the role of artificial intelligence and digital agendas in reshaping the industry toward more sustainable and inclusive models.

  9. [BUSINESS] 4 sources
    Brazil sees surge in international tourism through August 2026

    Brazil welcomed over 6.4 million international tourists from January to August 2026, driven by record arrivals from Argentina and a 73.3% surge in Chinese visitors following visa exemptions.

  10. [BUSINESS] 3 sources
    Brazil tourism: Bahia leads growth as Onfly targets R$ 760M in hotel bookings

    Bahia leads Brazilian tourism with 5.9% growth amid a national decline, while travel tech firm Onfly targets R$ 760 million in hotel reservations by 2026.

  11. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Brazilian tourism sector expects holiday boost amid pricing concerns

    Brazil's hospitality sector expects a boost from the September 7 holiday, with some cities seeing 10% growth, though concerns remain regarding price exploitation of tourists.

  12. [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Brazil sees unprecedented surge in international tourism

    Brazil is seeing record-breaking tourism growth, with international arrivals up 46 percent since 2019, outperforming major markets like Japan and Spain according to OECD data.

  13. [BUSINESS] 3 sources
    Brazil cruise season 2026/2027 projected to grow by over 24%

    Brazil's 2026/2027 cruise season is projected to grow by over 24%, featuring eight ships and over 831,000 beds, potentially boosting the national economy and creating thousands of jobs.

  14. [BUSINESS] 19 sources
    Brazil tourism sector hits record R$ 143.1 billion in first half of 2026

    Brazilian tourism reached a 15-year high in the first half of 2026, with national revenue hitting R$ 143.1 billion. Bahia led significant growth, recording R$ 4.7 billion in sectoral revenue.

  15. [BUSINESS] 4 sources
    Brazil reports record international tourism and business travel growth

    Brazil saw record international air arrivals in early 2026 and is projected to lead the top 15 global markets in business travel growth with a 13.8% expansion.

  16. [BUSINESS] 44 sources
    Brazil ranks fourth worldwide in international tourist arrivals growth, 46% rise 2019‑2025

    Brazil’s international tourist arrivals rose 46% to 9.3 million (2019‑2025), ranking fourth globally; first‑half 2026 saw 5.2 million visitors and $5.6 bn revenue, up 12% YoY.

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