The resumption of tourism in Foz do Iguaçu was announced with many actions, from September to December 2021, when the city hopes to receive tourists again who appreciate its natural spectacles and many options for tours, shopping and leisure. The heating of the sector is mainly due to the resumption of the air network to the city, giving access to the triple border, with Argentina and Paraguay. Strong vaccination campaigns, opening of the border of Argentina for tourists and return of dam lighting in Itaipú add to the good news.
To the partnerships between hotels and sights, both awarded by TripAdvisor for keeping Foz favoritism among tourists, were also important actions in the years 2020 and 2021.
According to data from Infraero (Brazilian Company of Airport Infrastructure), Until the month of July of this year, the movement of flights reached approximately 45% of the volume of flights for the year 2019 (year without impact of the pandemic). The estimate is that this volume will continue to grow in the coming months.
From the beginning of the opening of the border with Argentina, at the end of September and other actions, Foz started to breathe economically again and the hotels to receive new and old tourists, in search of a breather and new experiences. With the greater flow of landings and takeoffs at Foz do Iguaçu International Airport, the movement in the city has also been even greater.
The airline that operates the most at Foz do Iguaçu International Airport, according to Infraero, is Azul Linhas Aéreas. Although there is still no forecast for the return of international flights, the airport that has the largest runway in southern Brazil, said it is already prepared and has adequate infrastructure for this type of operation.
Still according to information from Infraero, the most frequent destinations at Foz do Iguaçu International Airport are the cities of Curitiba, Porto Alegre, Florianópolis, Campinas and São Paulo, with direct and more economical flights. This is analyzing the comparison of flights in Foz do Iguaçu in 2020 (peak of the pandemic) until now, October 2021.
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Resumption of tourism in Foz do Iguaçu is due to a period at home and without travel
Naturally, since mid-March 2020, the world has stopped and people have stayed at home. Works, schools and many trips were suspended. Now, after the advanced vaccinations in the country and the pandemic taking a break, people's routine seems to be starting to return to normal and, likewise, the return of travel, both for work and leisure.
He talked about traveling, he thought of Foz do Iguaçu, which brings together a dynamic and complete itinerary, for all ages and in all seasons of the year, encompassing both national and international experiences.
And since trips of this type refer to flights, a comparison was made by Infraero, considering the number of flights and takeoffs at Foz do Iguaçu Airport in the first half of 2020 with the first half of 2021.
We took the opportunity and brought it here so you can stay on top of everything:
- In the first half of 2020, there were 5,943 landings and takeoffs at Foz do Iguaçu airport;
- In the first half of 2021, there were 6,030 landings and takeoffs at the same airport.
- Increase was approximately 1,46% in the movement of flights.
Although the numbers do not show a significant number, it is already a sign of relief for the city's tourism, especially hotels, tourist spots and commercial establishments, which depend and survive on interaction with external audiences.
The city of Foz do Iguaçu therefore has good expectations with the resumption of tourism, and consequently the resumption of the air network.
Infraero informed that the expectation of movement for the high season at the end of the year should be disclosed in November, as it depends on confirmation of ticket sales and airline networks. But it seems to be high, if that depends on the tourism sector, with the news that the Argentina authorizes vaccinated Brazilians to enter, among other incentives. Like, for example, the new routes and extra flights at Foz do Iguaçu Airport.
To further boost tourism recovery in the region, several airlines are announcing extra and direct flights in the city, in addition to various promotions.
Direct flights and airline tickets promotion departing from Foz do Iguaçu
Florianópolis and Foz do Iguaçu debut regular flights in September, operated by Azul Linhas Aéreas. This is an unprecedented flight, as the route was only available in high season. Since then, there have been three weekly flights between tourist destinations.
Foz do Iguaçu Airport will also have a direct flight to Salvador in high season, among others. new flights offered by the airline Azul. Operations will start from December 17 of this year.
In addition to the entire initiative on the part of the companies, Foz do Iguaçu will be part of the resumption of the Voe Paraná program, considered one of the largest regional aviation programs in the country, which was also resumed at the end of September, after a year and a half suspended due to the pandemic.
O fly parana program maintained regular flights in partnership with Gol and Two Flex, but had to be suspended in March 2020 due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
Latam also confirmed an increase in the number of flights departing from Curitiba, with seven more destinations.
According to the Aeroin aviation portal, Paraná will have 14 modernized airports in the coming years. Including the airport of Cascavel and Umuarama. Between resources from the State Government, Union and private initiative, investments exceed 1.5 billion reais.
The city of Foz do Iguaçu is positive about flights, considering the latest holidays, such as the Independence Day of Brazil, on September 7, which is the main way for tourists to go to Terra das Cataratas.
And if the subject is the good news, there is another one that is worth mentioning: the announcement of the free covid-19 test for iguaçuans at argentine customs.
According to the Secretary of Tourism of Foz do Iguaçu, Paulo Angeli, the covid-19 test carried out at the Argentine customs will be free of charge to residents of Foz do Iguaçu.
Initially, 3 thousand pesos or 150 reais were charged to take the test and enter the neighboring country. As of October, the secretary said that this amount will no longer be charged for carrying out the test. The measure aims to encourage an increase in demand to cross the Argentine border.
The Argentine border reopened in September through protocols
From the 1st of October, the Argentina released the entry of Brazilian travelers and other neighboring countries by air border. But still, some protocols are required to prevent the spread of covid-19. Like the full vaccination schedule. The authorization is for residents and nationals of countries bordering Argentina.
The protocols for Brazilians entering Argentina are:
- PCR test done within 72 hours before entering. If the stay in the country is for more than 5 days, another PCR test must be performed. Children can also enter accompanied by their parents, but because they are not vaccinated, they need to be quarantined.
- Second dose of the vaccine applied at least 14 days before admission, without the need for quarantine;
- Fill in the migration document at customs.
Now that you know that your life is going to get better and you can go to places that you put off until today, like Foz do Iguaçu and Argentina, find out where to stay.
Hotel de Foz do Iguaçu is among the favorites of travelers around the world
The Del Rey Quality Hotel conquered one of the Travelers Choice Awards 2021, from Tripadvisor. And do you know why?
Because the Del Rey Quality Hotel has a history of 35 years in Foz do Iguaçu, offering its guests the best possible experience in the Land of Falls. This is so true that it was recognized by the tourists themselves, who voted on Tripadvisor.
There are more than 90 apartments there, to guarantee all the comfort and convenience to you and your family, friends, with options for up to four people. Ideal for a family trip, having all the necessary and required security through health protocols to combat the coronavirus.
All this service offered, in addition to breakfast with special hours (starting at 3 am) and heated pool, made the Del Rey Quality Hotel recognized in 2021 by Tripadvisor, one of the most renowned tourism sites in the world, as one of the winning hotels of the Travelers Choice Awards.
O Del Rey Hotel is in the Tripadvisor hall of fame, winning awards and recognitions since 2011. In the last two years, in 2019 and 2020, Del Rey Quality Hotel also received the Paraná Quality Tourism Award, offered by Sebrae and is one of the only ones to have the three-star certificate from the Ministry of Tourism.
Tripadvisor awards the Travelers' Choice award (formerly the Certificate of Excellence) to accommodations, attractions and restaurants that consistently receive great reviews and are among 10% of the best properties on Tripadvisor.
Breakfast, heated pool and comfort at an economical price
One of the differentials of the Del Rey Quality Hotel is the breakfast. The more than 85 items offered start to be served at 3 am and go until 10 am. The reason is to serve guests who have flights scheduled for the first hours of the day and can leave the hotel having breakfast, without having to pay abusive prices for this service.
The hotel maintains a reception desk for tourists with tours, operated by Loumar, a partner company as well. awarded by Tripadvisor. The tour operator from Foz do Iguaçu won TripAdvisor's Travellers' Choice 2021 award for the fourth consecutive year, based on the portal's reviews and comments.
As challenging as the past year has been, Loumar has distinguished itself by continually delighting travelers. The achievement celebrates companies that consistently deliver great experiences to travelers around the world, having received rave reviews from Tripadvisor users over the past 12 months.
Another trademark of the Del Rey Quality Hotel is the panoramic view of the city of Foz do Iguaçu on the terrace, ideal for watching a beautiful sunset on the triple border, drinking special drinks and also relaxing.
Even during winter it is possible to enjoy the establishment's swimming pool, as it is heated to a temperature of 30ºC. The hotel also has a games room with snooker, foosball, video games, among others.
The apartments have electronic locks, safes, minibar, television, hot and cold air conditioning, work desk and much more.
The Del Rey Quality Hotel is located at Rua Tarobá, 1020, downtown, close to the Urban Transport Terminal, supermarkets, restaurants and exchange offices.
The Del Rey Quality Hotel offers a privileged location in the center of Foz do Iguaçu, close to the bus terminal, markets, banks, restaurants and pharmacies. Easy access to the main tourist attractions and Dutty Free stores in Foz do Iguaçu. Enjoy the best of the Triple Frontier here! Find out more about the hotel.
