In 2024, Brazil emerged as South America’s safest country for travelers. This is according to a study by Berkshire Hathaway Travel Protection. After climbing 27 places from the previous year, Brazil now ranks 15th globally. This marks a notable achievement for the country in the realm of travel safety. Brazil’s ranking improved due to the […]
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