Air Transat & RIOgaleão host travel partners in Rio de Janeiro & Búzios

Air Transat, in collaboration with RIOgaleão – Tom Jobim International Airport, held a successful FAM trip from March 14 to 22, 2026, in Brazil, following the launch of non-stop flights connecting Toronto and Montreal to Rio de Janeiro.

The trip showcased the region’s strong tourism potential while strengthening relationships with key partners in the Canadian market. The group was accompanied by Laura Albrow, account manager at Air Transat.

The program offered a complete immersion blending nature, culture, and iconic experiences, beginning with a stay in Armação dos Búzios.

Participants discovered the charm of the peninsula through site visits, a walk along Rua das Pedras and Orla Bardot, a schooner boat tour, as well as several culinary experiences and memorable sunsets characteristic of the destination.

The trip then continued in Rio de Janeiro with a dynamic program highlighting the city’s must‑see attractions.

Participants visited Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain, the Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden, and the iconic beaches of the South Zone.

Key cultural experiences, including an immersion into the world of Carnival, a visit to the Museum of Tomorrow, a dinner show, and a samba evening, offered a true sense of Rio’s vibrant energy and cultural diversity. A boat excursion in Guanabara Bay and the discovery of the wild beaches of Prainha and Grumari rounded out the itinerary.

“We are delighted to have introduced this exclusive group of partners to Rio de Janeiro, one of the jewels of our network, now accessible thanks to our new non-stop service from Toronto and Montreal,” said Jhadyd Gonzalez, Air Transat’s National Sales Manager.

This trip enabled participants to deepen their understanding of Rio de Janeiro and Búzios as flagship destinations, while highlighting the direct connectivity offered by Air Transat from Toronto and Montreal to Rio de Janeiro.

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