# Brazil Cruise Season Boosts Economy

> Brazil's cruise season could create 72,000 jobs and generate BRL 4.72 billion in revenue.
- Title: Brazil Cruise Season Boosts Economy · Agência Brasil
- Summary: Brazil's cruise season could create 72,000 jobs and generate BRL 4.72 billion in revenue. Brazil's 2026/2027 cruise season projects BRL 4.72 billion revenue…
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- Source: Agência Brasil — https://agenciabrasil.ebc.com.br/en/economia/noticia/2026-10/brazils-cruise-season-expected-generate-over-brl-4b
- Published: 2026-10-30T16:10:00+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: brazil, cruise, tourism, ministry of tourism, international tourism, brazil cruise season, brazil economy, news
## Cruise Season Starts
Brazil's 2026/2027 cruise season begins Friday, Oct. 30, with 24% more berths.
## Economic Impact
Tourism Minister Gustavo Feliciano says cruise arrivals boost local businesses and create jobs.
## Revenue Projection
The ministry projects BRL 4.72 billion revenue from 800,000 berths and 28 international ships.
## Foreign Passengers Rise
Foreign cruise passengers increased from 16.1% to 23.9% between 2024/2025 and 2025/2026.
## Job Creation
The season could surpass last year's 72,000 jobs created by cruise tourism.
## Key takeaway

Brazil's 2026/2027 cruise season projects BRL 4.72 billion revenue and 72,000 jobs.