A recent analysis points to a 2026 surge in festival-inspired travel to Brazil, with tourists staying past the famous Carnival. While this means more vibrant experiences and economic growth, visitors and locals alike face new challenges with higher demand and heavier infrastructure use.
April 14, 2026Starting February 2026, Air Transat is set to launch direct flights from Toronto and Montreal straight to the heart of Rio de Janeiro. With this long-awaited connection, travelers between Canada and Brazil could soon find trips faster, tourism livelier, and their hotels even busier—here’s a traveler-friendly look at what may come.
February 9, 2026