Philip Aarskog, Operational Director at Aquaria Natal Hotel

Philip Aarskog explains why he decided to set up his hotel in Natal, the capital of Rio Grande do Norte. He discusses the impacts of the upcoming World Cup, business tourism and shares his vision for the future of Aquaria Natal Hotel.

Karlo Schneider, General Manager at Aquaria Natal Hotel

Karlo Schneider discusses tourism in Rio Grande do Norte and gives an overview of its capital, Natal. He also presents Aquaria Natal Hotel. Located in Ponta Negra, the hotel faces the beach and is next to one of the main sightseeing spots in the city: Morro de Careca.

Basilio Leandro Pereira de Oliveira, State Secretary for Tourism (SETUR)

Basilio Leandro from SETUR talks about tourism in Rondônia and the Amazon, explaining his vision and discussing some of the challenges for the future of the sector. He also talks about the impacts of the World Cup 2014 and indicates some investment opportunities.

Teté Bezerra, Mato Grosso State Secretary for Tourism Development

Teté Bezerra from SEDTUR presents the tourism sector in Mato Grosso, mentioning the state's attractives, such as the Pantanal and its unique gastronomy. She also talks about the importance of the upcoming World Cup for the development of Mato Grosso and shares some of her plans for the next years.

Danielle Govas Pimenta Novis, Alagoas State Secretary for Tourism

Danielle Novis, State Secretary for Tourism, gives an overview of the tourism sector in Alagoas, mentioning some investments in the tourism area, the importance of events and business tourism for the future of the State and her vision for the next few years.

Pietro Coelho, Manager at Ritz Lagoa da Anta Urban Resort

Located on the seafront beach Lagoa da Anta, nearby the beaches of Ponta Verde and Jatiuca, the Ritz Lagoa da Anta is the most recognized hotel in Maceio. Pietro Coelho, Manager, presents the hotel and talks about the history of the Ritz Group.

Valdir Rubens Walendowsky, President of Santur and General Secretary of Santa Catarina's Tourism Board

Valdir Rubens Walendowsky talks about tourism in Santa Catarina, a State that has more to offer than the traditional "sun and sea" touristic segment. From mountain ranges to a unique gastronomy, he mentions some of the great potentials of the State.

Eugênio David Cordeiro Neto, President of Florianópolis and Region Convention & Visitors Bureau

The President of the Florianópolis and Region Convention & Visitors Bureau presents the institution whose main role is to attract and generate events, fairs and conferences of regional, national and international reach for the Greater Florianópolis region.

Fernando Marcondes de Mattos, Founder & Owner of Costão do Santinho Resort and Inplac

Fernando Marcondes de Mattos talks about his resort, Costão do Santinho, which is considered as the best beach resort in Brazil. He also presents his other company, Inplac, specialized in plastic packaging.

Renato Sehn, Owner of Ilha do Papagaio

Renato Sehn talks about Ilha do Papagaio, its history and concept. He also talks about the importance of ecological and sustainable tourism, giving the example of some social programs he implemented in the region.

Joceli Cintra, Partner and Director of Açoriana Tourism and President of Santa Catarina's Tourism Board

Joceli Cintra talks about tourism in Santa Catarina. She mentions the great differentials of the State and some of the challenges to be faced in this area. She also presents her travel agency, Açoriana Tourism.

Joceli Cintra, Sócia-Diretora da Açoriana Turismo e Presidente do Conselho Estadual de Turismo

Joceli Cintra fala sobre turismo em Santa Catarina. Menciona os grandes diferenciais do Estado e alguns desafíos a serem enfrentados na área turística. Também apresenta a Açoriana Turismo, uma agência de viagens especializada em turismo diferenciado.

Alexandre Passos, Espirito Santo's Secretary of Tourism

Tourism is one of the most important sectors in Espirito Santo's economy. Alexandre Passos, State Secretary of Tourism, gives us an overview of the tourism industry and future trends, mentioning different types of tourism such as adventure, contemplation, ecotourism, agrotourism...

Maely Coelho, Executive President of Espírito Santo Convention & Visitors Bureau

The President of Espírito Santo Convention & Visitors Bureau talks about the tourism industry in Espírito Santo. He also mentions some interesting investment opportunities, not only in the field of tourism, but in many different sectors of the economy.

Paulo Renato Fonseca Junior, President of Adetur Metropolitana

The President of Adetur Metropolitana (Agency for Sustainable Development of the Metropolitan Region) talks about tourism in Espirito Santo and mentions some of the State's main differentiators compared to other Brazilian regions.

Marcelo Pedroso, Diretor de Mercados Internacionais da Embratur

Segundo a Organização Mundial do Turismo, os desembarques internacionais de turistas no mundo cresceram 4.4% em 2011 (980 milhões de desembarques) em relação a 2010 (939 milhões). Isso significa que há um crescimento de cerca de 40%, desde 2003.

Bobby Betenson, Operations Director, and Martin Frankenberg, Business Development Director of Matuete Brazil Travel Design

Time is sometimes more precious than money. Matuete is primarily focusing on those whose free time is limited and who would like to experience something unusual; a unique trip either in Brazil or elsewhere. Brazil is a unique destination thanks to its great diversity and size.

Alain Baldacci, President of SINDEPAT (Integrated System of Amusement Parks and Tourist Attractions)

The President of SINDEPAT, Alain Baldacci, talks about the role of the "Integrated System of Amusement Parks and Tourist Attractions", tourism industry in Brazil and the investment opportunities in the sector of amusement parks.