Your Eye on the Tropicshttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260629-8-brazilian-capitals-with-the-highest-bar-density/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260629-8-brazilian-capitals-with-the-highest-bar-density/Discover the nightlife hotspots in eight Brazilian capitals, from Rio de Janeiro's Lapa to Belo Horizonte's Savassi, with recommendations for bars and cultural venues in each city.Mon, 29 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260629-nature-tourism-accounts-for-60-of-brazil-s-tourism-revenue-report-says/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260629-nature-tourism-accounts-for-60-of-brazil-s-tourism-revenue-report-says/Nature tourism generates 60% of Brazil's tourism revenue, with 65% of travel companies now offering nature-based experiences. Key destinations include Chapada dos Veadeiros, Lençóis Maranhenses, and the Pantanal.Mon, 29 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260629-nightlife-options-in-eight-brazilian-capitals/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260629-nightlife-options-in-eight-brazilian-capitals/A recent survey highlights nightlife activities across eight Brazilian capitals, showcasing a variety of venues including bars and music houses that cater to diverse audiences.Mon, 29 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260629-planetaexo-reveals-15-ecotourism-destinations-in-brazil-for-2026/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260629-planetaexo-reveals-15-ecotourism-destinations-in-brazil-for-2026/A list of 15 ecotourism destinations across Brazil's biomes has been released by PlanetaEXO for 2026, featuring iconic places like Lençóis Maranhenses, Chapada Diamantina, and the Pantanal.Mon, 29 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260714-igua-u-falls-and-caracol-waterfall-lead-visitation-with-2-million-tourists-in-2023-icmbio-shows/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260714-igua-u-falls-and-caracol-waterfall-lead-visitation-with-2-million-tourists-in-2023-icmbio-shows/Brazilian national parks with waterfalls received 15 million visits in 2023, with Iguaçu Falls and Caracol Waterfall alone accounting for nearly 2 million. The surge in ecotourism highlights the role of infrastructure and controlled access in preserving these natural attractions.Tue, 14 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260714-quintoandar-highlights-8-brazilian-capitals-where-nightlife-thrives-in-bohemian-neighborhoods/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260714-quintoandar-highlights-8-brazilian-capitals-where-nightlife-thrives-in-bohemian-neighborhoods/A January 2025 survey by rental platform QuintoAndar reveals eight Brazilian capitals with nightlife concentrated in specific bohemian districts, from Rio de Janeiro's Lapa to Brasília's Asa Sul.Tue, 14 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260721-brazil-s-pantanal-amazon-ultimate-jaguar-safari-and-wildlife/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260721-brazil-s-pantanal-amazon-ultimate-jaguar-safari-and-wildlife/Explore Brazil's Pantanal and Amazon with Wild Planet Adventures. Jaguar safaris, giant otters, and more. Expert-led eco-tours for 2026.Tue, 21 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260721-rio-carnival-2026-your-first-timer-s-guide-to-the-world-s-bi/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260721-rio-carnival-2026-your-first-timer-s-guide-to-the-world-s-bi/Everything you need to know about Rio Carnival 2026, from Sambadrome parades to street parties, according to GetYourGuide.Tue, 21 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260721-top-10-brazilian-destinations-essential-travel-video-guide/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260721-top-10-brazilian-destinations-essential-travel-video-guide/Discover Brazil's must-see places from Rio to the Amazon in this concise travel video guide.Tue, 21 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260721-top-5-brazil-destinations-essential-travel-guide-video/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260721-top-5-brazil-destinations-essential-travel-guide-video/Discover Brazil's must-visit spots in this concise travel guide video. Perfect for planning your trip.Tue, 21 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260721-us-passport-stalls-at-10th-in-global-ranking-uae-surges/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260721-us-passport-stalls-at-10th-in-global-ranking-uae-surges/US passport ranks 10th in Henley Index, while UAE climbs. Mobility power shifts away from traditional leaders.Tue, 21 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260721-xixuau-community-ecotourism-in-the-heart-of-the-amazon/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260721-xixuau-community-ecotourism-in-the-heart-of-the-amazon/Discover Xixuaú, a WWF-certified community ecotourism destination in the Amazon rainforest, offering pristine nature and local culture.Tue, 21 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260722-belgium-a-small-nation-with-a-global-reach-on-its-national-d/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260722-belgium-a-small-nation-with-a-global-reach-on-its-national-d/On July 21, Belgium celebrates its National Day. Discover how this small country punches above its weight in diplomacy, culture, and tourism.Wed, 22 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260722-indian-hotels-eyes-switzerland-and-southeast-asia-after-fran/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260722-indian-hotels-eyes-switzerland-and-southeast-asia-after-fran/IHCL plans expansion into Switzerland and Southeast Asia, with CEO citing strong India connectivity and long-overdue market entry.Wed, 22 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260722-luis-gallego-named-oneworld-chairman-as-alliances-face-reinv/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260722-luis-gallego-named-oneworld-chairman-as-alliances-face-reinv/IAG CEO Luis Gallego becomes oneworld chairman on Sept 1, 2026, succeeding Robert Isom. The alliance faces strategic challenges in a rapidly evolving aviatWed, 22 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260723-american-airlines-offsets-half-fuel-cost-hike-with-higher-fa/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260723-american-airlines-offsets-half-fuel-cost-hike-with-higher-fa/American Airlines posts record Q2 revenue of $16.7B, uses higher fares to offset 50% of fuel cost increase, but cuts profit outlook.Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260725-wyndham-overhauls-portfolio-budget-hotels-out-higher-fee-roo/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260725-wyndham-overhauls-portfolio-budget-hotels-out-higher-fee-roo/Wyndham Hotels is swapping lower-fee economy rooms for higher-fee midscale properties, keeping U.S. room count flat at 501,100.Sat, 25 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260726-citizenm-um-ano-apos-a-aquisicao-pela-marriott/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260726-citizenm-um-ano-apos-a-aquisicao-pela-marriott/A absorção da marca CitizenM pela Marriott trouxe mudanças significativas no ecossistema hoteleiro.Sun, 26 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260726-crescente-risco-de-incendio-florestal-impulsiona-hoteis-a-se/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260726-crescente-risco-de-incendio-florestal-impulsiona-hoteis-a-se/As inseguranças climáticas aumentam o risco de incêndios florestais, afetando diretamente o setor hoteleiro.Sun, 26 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260726-iata-surprises-with-first-female-leader-from-outside-aviatio/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260726-iata-surprises-with-first-female-leader-from-outside-aviatio/IATA appoints WEF executive Saadia Zahidi as director general, breaking a four-decade tradition of airline industry leaders.Sun, 26 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260726-southwest-airlines-prepares-for-lounges-to-boost-loyalty-and/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260726-southwest-airlines-prepares-for-lounges-to-boost-loyalty-and/The U.S. airline shifts strategy, focusing on airport lounges to enhance customer experience and profitability.Sun, 26 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260727-chile-s-ski-resorts-revival-record-snowfall-boosts-valle-nev/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260727-chile-s-ski-resorts-revival-record-snowfall-boosts-valle-nev/After years of drought, Chile's Andean ski resorts witness a promising return with record snow at Valle Nevado.Mon, 27 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260727-farnborough-airshow-avancadas-ordens-de-aeronaves-e-restrica/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260727-farnborough-airshow-avancadas-ordens-de-aeronaves-e-restrica/Os destinos de 340 pedidos comerciais de aviação e mais de 50 acordos preliminares foram o resultado da Farnborough Airshow de 2026.Mon, 27 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260727-inauguracao-do-skift-data-ai-summit-europe-em-londres/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260727-inauguracao-do-skift-data-ai-summit-europe-em-londres/O Skift apresenta sua edição europeia do evento de AI, reunindo líderes da indústria em Londres.Mon, 27 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260727-tim-brasil-invests-in-legal-ai-startup-enter-valued-at-us-1/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260727-tim-brasil-invests-in-legal-ai-startup-enter-valued-at-us-1/Discover how TIM's investment in AI legaltech Enter impacts Brazil's legal landscapeMon, 27 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260728-massive-wildfires-disrupt-vacations-in-france-and-spain/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260728-massive-wildfires-disrupt-vacations-in-france-and-spain/Over 200,000 evacuated as wildfires rampage through Europe’s popular travel destinations.Tue, 28 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260728-nova-tarifa-dos-eua-afetiva-us-5-bilhoes-nas-exportacoes-da/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260728-nova-tarifa-dos-eua-afetiva-us-5-bilhoes-nas-exportacoes-da/A elevação da tarifa americana prejudica setores-chave da economia colombiana, com implicações para o comércio bilateral.Tue, 28 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260728-paraguay-se-livra-das-novas-tarifas-americanas-enquanto-60-n/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260728-paraguay-se-livra-das-novas-tarifas-americanas-enquanto-60-n/No novo ciclo de tarifas dos EUA, Paraguai é a única nação do Mercosul isentada das novas alíquotas de 10% a 12,5%.Tue, 28 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260728-sao-paulo-court-mandates-authorization-of-uber-moto-within-4/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260728-sao-paulo-court-mandates-authorization-of-uber-moto-within-4/Latest legal development in São Paulo could see Uber Moto return to Brazil's largest city amid ongoing regulatory battle.Tue, 28 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260729-goldman-sachs-reduz-previsao-de-crescimento-da-argentina-em/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260729-goldman-sachs-reduz-previsao-de-crescimento-da-argentina-em/O banco Goldman Sachs reduziu sua previsão de crescimento para a Argentina, considerando dados econômicos mais fracos e desafios políticos.Wed, 29 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260729-orquestra-chilenha-faz-estreia-historica-no-sydney-opera-hou/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260729-orquestra-chilenha-faz-estreia-historica-no-sydney-opera-hou/A Orquestra Filarmônica Antena, de La Serena, se destaca por ser a primeira orquestra do Chile e da América do Sul a tocar no Sydney Opera House.Wed, 29 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260730-banco-do-brasil-renegotiates-overdue-debts-in-novo-desenrola/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260730-banco-do-brasil-renegotiates-overdue-debts-in-novo-desenrola/The bank settles R$10.4 billion in overdue debts, offering discounts and extended terms under the government initiative.Thu, 30 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260730-petrobras-investiga-nucleos-modulares-flutuantes-para-plataf/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260730-petrobras-investiga-nucleos-modulares-flutuantes-para-plataf/A Petrobras avalia a viabilidade de usar reatores nucleares pequenos e modulares para plataformas offshore.Thu, 30 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260731-cartagena-s-teatro-adolfo-mejia-kicks-off-2026-season-with-c/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260731-cartagena-s-teatro-adolfo-mejia-kicks-off-2026-season-with-c/The 20th Cartagena International Music Festival opens January 4–12, 2026, with 27 concerts at the historic Teatro Adolfo Mejía.Fri, 31 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260731-eu-fines-google-460m-for-search-bias-travel-industry-cheers/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260731-eu-fines-google-460m-for-search-bias-travel-industry-cheers/Google fined €460M for favoring own services in travel search. Industry applauds, but many complainants run similar pay-for-play models.Fri, 31 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260731-unesco-honors-aalto-works-helsinki-at-heart-of-finland-s-new/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260731-unesco-honors-aalto-works-helsinki-at-heart-of-finland-s-new/UNESCO inscribes 13 Aalto-designed buildings as a World Heritage Site, with five in Helsinki. Discover the iconic landmarks and their human-centered designFri, 31 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260731-wttc-advocates-for-resilience-and-celebrates-global-tourism/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260731-wttc-advocates-for-resilience-and-celebrates-global-tourism/Discover Brazil explores WTTC's calls for stronger tourism resilience and recent global achievements.Fri, 31 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260801-china-fines-trip-com-770m-in-antitrust-crackdown-on-platform/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260801-china-fines-trip-com-770m-in-antitrust-crackdown-on-platform/China hits Trip.com with $770M fine for exclusive deals and pricing practices, signaling tighter platform regulation.Sat, 01 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260801-china-s-hotel-investment-surge-driven-by-c-reit-expansion-sa/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260801-china-s-hotel-investment-surge-driven-by-c-reit-expansion-sa/China's hotel investment volumes surged 224% in H1 2026, driven by a regulatory change expanding C-REITs to commercial real estate.Sat, 01 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260801-sonder-brand-resurrected-by-travelai-after-bankruptcy-but-ma/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260801-sonder-brand-resurrected-by-travelai-after-bankruptcy-but-ma/TravelAI buys Sonder brand out of bankruptcy, relaunching it as an affiliate marketing site for apartment rentals and boutique hotels.Sat, 01 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260801-why-american-express-wants-to-buy-thefork-new-cardmembers/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260801-why-american-express-wants-to-buy-thefork-new-cardmembers/Amex's $700M bid for TheFork aims to attract high-spending diners and expand its global footprint.Sat, 01 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260802-airbnb-names-lime-veteran-as-policy-chief-replacing-jay-carn/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260802-airbnb-names-lime-veteran-as-policy-chief-replacing-jay-carn/Airbnb appoints David Spielfogel as global policy head, signaling a shift to more aggressive regulatory strategy.Sun, 02 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260802-amazon-alexa-tests-trip-booking-with-priceline-and-partners/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260802-amazon-alexa-tests-trip-booking-with-priceline-and-partners/Amazon bets on Alexa+ and MCP to sell trips inside a chat, with Priceline, Viator, and others as early partners.Sun, 02 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260802-china-fines-trip-com-770m-in-antitrust-crackdown-on-platform/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260802-china-fines-trip-com-770m-in-antitrust-crackdown-on-platform/China hits Trip.com with $770M fine for exclusive deals and pricing practices, signaling tighter platform regulation.Sun, 02 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260802-ihg-tests-ai-search-on-us-site-and-app-following-hilton-and/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260802-ihg-tests-ai-search-on-us-site-and-app-following-hilton-and/IHG begins beta testing AI-powered conversational search on its US site and app, with a new content platform to boost hotel visibility in AI results.Sun, 02 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260803-china-s-outbound-travel-boom-hits-a-snag-not-enough-flights/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260803-china-s-outbound-travel-boom-hits-a-snag-not-enough-flights/A survey reveals flight shortages, not demand, are the main hurdle for China's outbound travel recovery in 2026.Mon, 03 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260803-google-puts-travel-at-center-of-ai-ad-strategy-expands-hotel/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260803-google-puts-travel-at-center-of-ai-ad-strategy-expands-hotel/Google uses travel search signals to power AI monetization, expanding Direct Offers to IHG and building in-conversation booking tools.Mon, 03 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260803-jetblue-still-losing-money-but-investors-bet-on-turnaround/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260803-jetblue-still-losing-money-but-investors-bet-on-turnaround/JetBlue posts $247M loss in Q2 but reaffirms 2026 outlook, targets profit by 2028 with domestic first class.Mon, 03 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260803-rio-carnival-2027-dates-sambadrome-parades-and-ticket-info/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260803-rio-carnival-2027-dates-sambadrome-parades-and-ticket-info/Discover the schedule for Rio Carnival 2027, including Sambadrome parades, samba school competitions, and how to get tickets.Mon, 03 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260804-ai-powered-discovery-how-hotels-in-brazil-are-adapting-to-th/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260804-ai-powered-discovery-how-hotels-in-brazil-are-adapting-to-th/As AI reshapes hotel discovery, Brazilian hospitality leaders navigate visibility, revenue, and budget allocation.Tue, 04 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260804-buenaventura-s-q2-gold-surge-heralds-a-golden-era-for-peruvi/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260804-buenaventura-s-q2-gold-surge-heralds-a-golden-era-for-peruvi/Peru's gold miner Buenaventura doubled earnings in Q2 2026, riding high on increased production and favorable metal prices.Tue, 04 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260804-fora-s-1b-valuation-bet-on-low-cost-travel-advisors/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260804-fora-s-1b-valuation-bet-on-low-cost-travel-advisors/Fora reaches $1 billion valuation with 15,000 advisors, 97% new to travel. Series D funding of $138.5M fuels AI and expansion.Tue, 04 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260804-macky-sall-s-un-bid-latin-america-takes-the-lead-in-early-st/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260804-macky-sall-s-un-bid-latin-america-takes-the-lead-in-early-st/Senegal's Macky Sall finishes fifth in the UN straw poll as Latin American candidates surge ahead.Tue, 04 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260805-bahamas-blackout-nassau-grid-failures-mount-across-islands/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260805-bahamas-blackout-nassau-grid-failures-mount-across-islands/A transformer explosion at Blue Hills Power Station plunged New Providence into darkness on July 30, 2026, part of a wave of island-wide outages.Wed, 05 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260805-expedia-bolsters-ai-capabilities-with-acquisition-of-layla/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260805-expedia-bolsters-ai-capabilities-with-acquisition-of-layla/Expedia announces the acquisition of Berlin-based AI trip-planning startup Layla, enhancing its AI capabilities.Wed, 05 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260805-guyana-s-largest-fpso-errea-wittu-sets-sail-for-2026-first-o/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260805-guyana-s-largest-fpso-errea-wittu-sets-sail-for-2026-first-o/ExxonMobil's fifth and biggest FPSO for the Stabroek Block departs Singapore, targeting 250,000 bpd and reshaping Guyana's oil boom.Wed, 05 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260805-paraguay-stock-exchange-moves-cash-settlement-to-central-ban/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260805-paraguay-stock-exchange-moves-cash-settlement-to-central-ban/Paraguay's stock exchange shifts cash settlement to the central bank, a key step for investors and its investment-grade status.Wed, 05 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260806-hyatt-eyes-india-for-india-brand-and-acquisitions-to-quintup/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260806-hyatt-eyes-india-for-india-brand-and-acquisitions-to-quintup/Hyatt plans 5x growth in India via local brand acquisitions and a homegrown label, says president Vikas Chawla.Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260806-millennials-and-gen-z-are-redefining-vacation-ownership-in-b/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260806-millennials-and-gen-z-are-redefining-vacation-ownership-in-b/New ARDA data shows Millennials and Gen Z now make up 58% of timeshare owners, reshaping the industry with flexibility and value.Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260806-what-travel-ai-can-learn-from-hipmunk-16-years-later/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260806-what-travel-ai-can-learn-from-hipmunk-16-years-later/Hipmunk's interface lessons for today's travel AI: decisions over text streams, visual screens, and market realities.Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260806-who-really-owns-the-traveler-skift-s-power-struggle-map/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260806-who-really-owns-the-traveler-skift-s-power-struggle-map/Skift's 14th-anniversary piece maps the travel value chain and asks who will own the traveler's memory as AI agents rise.Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260807-iata-urges-airlines-to-treat-payments-as-core-strategy-or-lo/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260807-iata-urges-airlines-to-treat-payments-as-core-strategy-or-lo/IATA's new framework says airlines must rethink payments as a strategic function to avoid billions in losses.Fri, 07 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260807-latin-american-steel-split-ternium-rises-csn-slumps-on-china/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260807-latin-american-steel-split-ternium-rises-csn-slumps-on-china/Ternium and Gerdau gain on North American demand, while CSN drops 6% on cheap Chinese steel imports.Fri, 07 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260807-madrid-sets-tourism-record-as-visitor-spending-tops-10-billi/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260807-madrid-sets-tourism-record-as-visitor-spending-tops-10-billi/Madrid breaks tourism records with €10 billion in international spending in the first half of 2026, up 11.4%.Fri, 07 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260807-sao-tome-and-principe-africa-s-leve-leve-eco-destination/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260807-sao-tome-and-principe-africa-s-leve-leve-eco-destination/Discover how São Tomé and Príncipe embraces authentic tourism, conservation, and exclusivity in the Gulf of Guinea.Fri, 07 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260808-can-the-2027-indian-ocean-games-transform-tourism-in-comoros/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260808-can-the-2027-indian-ocean-games-transform-tourism-in-comoros/Comoros bets on the 2027 Indian Ocean Island Games to build lasting tourism infrastructure and visibility.Sat, 08 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260808-capital-one-travel-curates-luxury-hotels-for-premium-cardhol/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260808-capital-one-travel-curates-luxury-hotels-for-premium-cardhol/Capital One Travel's Premier and Lifestyle Collections offer curated luxury stays, blending data and human insight to redefine premium travel.Sat, 08 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260808-global-travel-tourism-investment-tops-1-trillion-for-first-t/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260808-global-travel-tourism-investment-tops-1-trillion-for-first-t/WTTC reports record $11.6 trillion GDP contribution and $1 trillion investment in 2025, led by the US, China, India, and Saudi Arabia.Sat, 08 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260808-swiss-outshines-lufthansa-group-in-q2-earnings/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260808-swiss-outshines-lufthansa-group-in-q2-earnings/Swiss International Air Lines posts €174M Q2 profit while Lufthansa Group network airlines lag.Sat, 08 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260809-choice-hotels-interim-ceo-aims-to-close-revenue-gap/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260809-choice-hotels-interim-ceo-aims-to-close-revenue-gap/Choice Hotels' new interim CEO Dominic Dragisich faces a revenue gap in Q2, with RevPAR lagging industry averages.Sun, 09 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260809-expedia-b2b-eyes-one-stop-shop-as-revenue-jumps-23/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260809-expedia-b2b-eyes-one-stop-shop-as-revenue-jumps-23/Expedia's B2B unit grows 23% YoY, expanding beyond hotels into flights, experiences, and more.Sun, 09 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260810-extreme-drought-disrupts-european-river-cruises-stranding-sh/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260810-extreme-drought-disrupts-european-river-cruises-stranding-sh/Record-low water levels on the Rhine, Danube, and Po rivers disrupt river cruises, causing ship groundings and itinerary changes.Mon, 10 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260810-skift-launches-quarterly-brief-tracking-travel-capital-flows/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260810-skift-launches-quarterly-brief-tracking-travel-capital-flows/Skift Research's new quarterly report tracks travel M&A, valuations, and shifting demand geography.Mon, 10 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260811-nevis-bets-on-scarcity-no-cruise-ships-no-tall-buildings-no/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260811-nevis-bets-on-scarcity-no-cruise-ships-no-tall-buildings-no/Nevis builds tourism on refusal: no cruise ships, no tall buildings, no fast food. Now it invests in a private jet facility and direct US flights.Tue, 11 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260812-delta-offers-15-000-mile-award-flights-to-riyadh-ahead-of-oc/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260812-delta-offers-15-000-mile-award-flights-to-riyadh-ahead-of-oc/Delta sells low-mileage award tickets to Riyadh before October 23 Atlanta launch, starting at 15,000 miles one-way.Wed, 12 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260812-gen-z-business-travelers-want-clarity-not-more-tech/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260812-gen-z-business-travelers-want-clarity-not-more-tech/Gen Z business travelers feel anxious navigating booking systems built for older generations. They want guidance, not automation.Wed, 12 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260812-google-maps-adds-agentic-ai-hotel-search-with-real-prices/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260812-google-maps-adds-agentic-ai-hotel-search-with-real-prices/Google's Ask Maps now finds hotels by vibe and price with live availability, plus Gmail itinerary context.Wed, 12 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260812-mallorca-sea-hits-33-c-as-climate-and-overtourism-collide/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260812-mallorca-sea-hits-33-c-as-climate-and-overtourism-collide/Mediterranean waters off Mallorca reach record 33.02°C amid climate change and tourism pressure.Wed, 12 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260813-croatia-s-strongest-july-in-two-years-contrasts-with-t-rkiye/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260813-croatia-s-strongest-july-in-two-years-contrasts-with-t-rkiye/Croatia posts best July in two years as Türkiye sees arrivals dip 5% amid inflation and Gulf conflict. A tale of two Mediterranean summers.Thu, 13 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260813-google-maps-adds-agentic-ai-hotel-search-with-real-prices/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260813-google-maps-adds-agentic-ai-hotel-search-with-real-prices/Google's Ask Maps now finds hotels by vibe and price with live availability, plus Gmail itinerary context.Thu, 13 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260813-lemon-tree-hotels-expands-to-uae-thailand-maldives-to-follow/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260813-lemon-tree-hotels-expands-to-uae-thailand-maldives-to-follow/Indian hotel group Lemon Tree targets UAE, Thailand, and Maldives, following its repeat guests abroad.Thu, 13 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260813-rio-nightlife-guide-samba-forro-and-free-cinema-this-saturda/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260813-rio-nightlife-guide-samba-forro-and-free-cinema-this-saturda/Lapa's samba houses, a free China-Brazil film festival, and practical tips for a Saturday night out in Rio.Thu, 13 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260814-rio-carnival-from-1723-street-parties-to-global-samba-specta/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260814-rio-carnival-from-1723-street-parties-to-global-samba-specta/Discover the vibrant history of Rio's Carnival, from 18th-century roots to samba schools and global fame.Fri, 14 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260814-rio-carnival-guide-sambadrome-blocos-tickets-and-local-tips/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260814-rio-carnival-guide-sambadrome-blocos-tickets-and-local-tips/Plan your Rio Carnival trip: Sambadrome parades, ticket prices, blocos street parties, and local tips from thediscoveriesof.com.Fri, 14 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260814-rio-s-cultural-pulse-sanny-machado-and-the-city-s-vibrant-ev/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260814-rio-s-cultural-pulse-sanny-machado-and-the-city-s-vibrant-ev/Discover Rio's dynamic cultural agenda, from Sanny Machado's show to theater, music, and family fun across the city.Fri, 14 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260814-spain-s-eclipse-tourism-strategy-two-minutes-of-darkness-to/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260814-spain-s-eclipse-tourism-strategy-two-minutes-of-darkness-to/Spain uses upcoming eclipses to steer tourists away from crowded coasts toward inland regions, says Turespaña.Fri, 14 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260815-cancun-at-50-what-brazil-can-learn-from-mexico-s-engineered/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260815-cancun-at-50-what-brazil-can-learn-from-mexico-s-engineered/Mexico's bank-built Cancún turned a sandbar into a tourism giant. Discover the five-step model and its lessons for Brazil's destinations.Sat, 15 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260815-new-caribbean-tourism-research-forum-launches-at-sotic-2026/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260815-new-caribbean-tourism-research-forum-launches-at-sotic-2026/CTO introduces a research forum to enhance Caribbean tourism strategies at SOTIC 2026.Sat, 15 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260815-skift-global-forum-2026-welcomes-travel-leaders-to-tackle-ai/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260815-skift-global-forum-2026-welcomes-travel-leaders-to-tackle-ai/Skift Global Forum 2026 unveils second speaker round — Expedia, Airbnb, Hilton, Carnival, Uber, and more gather to confront AI, demand shifts, and capital Sat, 15 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260816-cancun-at-50-what-brazil-can-learn-from-mexico-s-engineered/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260816-cancun-at-50-what-brazil-can-learn-from-mexico-s-engineered/Mexico's bank-built Cancún turned a sandbar into a tourism giant. Discover the five-step model and its lessons for Brazil's destinations.Sun, 16 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260816-new-caribbean-tourism-research-forum-launches-at-sotic-2026/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260816-new-caribbean-tourism-research-forum-launches-at-sotic-2026/CTO introduces a research forum to enhance Caribbean tourism strategies at SOTIC 2026.Sun, 16 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260816-rio-nightlife-on-a-tuesday-lapa-s-samba-houses-steal-the-sho/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260816-rio-nightlife-on-a-tuesday-lapa-s-samba-houses-steal-the-sho/A guide to Rio's Tuesday nightlife: Carioca da Gema's live samba, Vaca Atolada's late botequim, and Bip Bip's intimate roda.Sun, 16 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260817-europe-s-2026-solar-eclipse-draws-millions-boosts-tourism/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260817-europe-s-2026-solar-eclipse-draws-millions-boosts-tourism/The August 12, 2026 total solar eclipse drew millions across Europe, boosting tourism in Spain and Iceland with significant economic impact.Mon, 17 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260817-san-francisco-honors-103-year-old-green-goddess-dressing-at/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260817-san-francisco-honors-103-year-old-green-goddess-dressing-at/The Palace Hotel celebrates Green Goddess Day with a special lunch, honoring a dressing born in 1923.Mon, 17 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260817-why-big-hotel-groups-keep-multiplying-their-brands/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260817-why-big-hotel-groups-keep-multiplying-their-brands/The big hotel groups now run about 200 brands. Is that what travelers want, or just a growth metric?Mon, 17 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260817-why-food-tours-beat-beaches-for-discovering-rio-de-janeiro/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260817-why-food-tours-beat-beaches-for-discovering-rio-de-janeiro/British expat Tom Le Mesurier's Eat Rio tours reveal the city's soul through markets, botequins, and moqueca.Mon, 17 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260818-brazilian-gastronomy-tour-7-days-of-flavor-from-rio-de-janei/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260818-brazilian-gastronomy-tour-7-days-of-flavor-from-rio-de-janei/Discover Brazil's culinary riches on a 7-day gastronomic journey from Rio, with tips on the best seasons to travel.Tue, 18 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260818-light-posts-us-49m-loss-despite-82-ebitda-jump-in-q2-2026/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260818-light-posts-us-49m-loss-despite-82-ebitda-jump-in-q2-2026/Rio utility Light reports Q2 net loss of US$49M, but adjusted EBITDA soars 82.3% as one-off tax charges mask operating turnaround.Tue, 18 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260818-why-travel-is-getting-harder-to-control-creators-and-new-tec/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260818-why-travel-is-getting-harder-to-control-creators-and-new-tec/Skift Research unpacks how creator reviews and new travel stacks are reshaping Brazil's tourism industry.Tue, 18 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260825-taag-angola-airlines-to-link-luanda-dakar-and-praia-from-oct/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/20260825-taag-angola-airlines-to-link-luanda-dakar-and-praia-from-oct/TAAG Angola Airlines launches Luanda–Dakar–Praia route on 31 October 2026, reconnecting Angola and Cape Verde after a decade.Tue, 25 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/brazil-travel-planning-basics/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/brazil-travel-planning-basics/Brazil is continental in scale. A good itinerary starts by choosing a region, matching the season and leaving room for slower travel.Sat, 16 May 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Deskhttps://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/rio-de-janeiro-first-time-guide/https://www.discoverbrazil.news/blog/rio-de-janeiro-first-time-guide/A practical starting point for travelers who want to understand Rio beyond the postcard, from the waterfront to historic neighborhoods.Sat, 16 May 2026 00:00:00 GMTDiscover Brazil Desk