Rio de Janeiro has overtaken Sydney as the world’s most expensive major city for a hotel stay, according to a new study.More>>

Luxury-selling agents say “been there, done that” upscale clients love exotic itineraries. Travel Agent asked four mainstream oceangoing luxury lines and one luxury mega-yacht line, all serving a large number of American cruisers, about their most exotic 2012 voyages.More>>

Solar Tours is offering travelers special packages for Carnival 2012 in Rio de Janeiro.More>>

Brazil’s diverse landscapes and culture have always drawn tourists, but now the country geaurs up to welcome a new wave of visitors to Rio de Janeiro as host city for the 2016 Olympics.More>>

A four-day trip offers horseback riding, hiking and fishing, while a one-day trip includes beach-side lounging at a resort. More>>

In addition to introducing two daily flights to Fort Lauderdale, American Airlines offers passengers to Rio de Janeiro the chance to earn double or triple AAdvantage miles. American Eagle invites travelers to earn double miles for travel to Cincinnati, Indianapolis and Norfolk.More>>

It's quality, not quantity, this week, as readers and agents share their take on four topics of interest.More>>

Joe Pike is on location in St. Paul, MN, where MLT Vacations' MLT University is underway, and he's breaking news about the company's new partnerships and portfolio.More>>

American Airlines has filed an application with the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) for the right to use three weekly regional Brazil frequencies.More>>

American Airlines recently applied to the U.S. Department of Transportation for authority to fly nonstop from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Brazil.More>>