Brazil surpasses $6 billion in international tourist spending

Brazil tourism has generated US$6 billion (R$34.9 billion) in spending by international tourists during the first ten months of 2024.

New data published by the Central Bank highlights growth of 5.9% compared to the same period last year.

Over 5.4 million visited the country through October generating revenue in F&B, accommodation, services, transportation and the informal economy.

In October alone, US$596 million was injected into the country’s economy by international tourists’ spending.

President of Embratur, Marcelo Freixo, notes the tourism agency’s work to transform Brazil into a sustainable and diverse destination and expanding air connections.

“Embratur operates very efficiently with a…