In November 2023, Brazil marked a tourism milestone, surpassing pre-pandemic international tourist arrivals. The country welcomed 504,395 foreign visitors, marking a 7% increase from 2019 and achieving the second-highest historical visitor count, just behind 2015’s record. Argentine tourists, drawn by major events at Rio’s Maracanã Stadium, contributed significantly, says Embratur. They made up 25% of […]
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