Rio’s Favelas Step Into Global Tourism Spotlight

2026-03-26 - 18:20

Key Points — Embratur launched a three-part documentary series on favela tourism produced entirely by residents of six Rio de Janeiro communities, marking the first time Brazil’s tourism agency has put favela entrepreneurs at the center of its international marketing — Rio de Janeiro received 2.19 million international tourists in 2025, a 43.7% increase over