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LATEST NEWS IN FLORIPA

Get the latest insights of new projects, events and positive vibe news of Floripa, SC and Brazil.

Travel

TAP boosts Lisbon–Florianópolis route to four weekly flights from July

TAP will add a fourth weekly frequency, improving Europe connectivity for SC.

Real Estate

About 40% of new launches in Floripa target flexible seasonal rentals

A market note citing Brain says compact units now represent ~40% of launches.

Hospitality

Floripa summer 2026: Me2 Rentals data highlights top short-stay neighborhoods

A Me2 Rentals analysis points to Jurerê, Campeche, Centro, Ingleses and Cachoeira do Bom Jesus.

Real Estate

Flexible rentals are reshaping new property launches in Florianópolis

Developers are increasingly building compact units designed for short, mid and long stays.

Hospitality

Airbnb economic impact in Florianópolis reached R$4.7B in 2024, FGV says

An FGV study commissioned by Airbnb estimates R$4.7B in local economic activity in 2024.

Travel

SC Pursues Expanded Air Connectivity with Air France to Paris

Santa Catarina state is negotiating with Air France to add direct flights between SC and Paris, aiming to strengthen international tourism access.

Tourism

Early-2026 tourism mix shifts: fewer Argentines, higher foreign spend

A brief citing Fecomércio-SC suggests a drop in Argentine share and higher per-visitor spending.

Real Estate

Greater Floripa signal: São José highlights above-average property appreciation

São José positions itself as a standout in Greater Floripa’s property market performance.

Hospitality

Brazil tax authority debunks “immediate new STR tax in 2026” claim

Receita Federal says it’s false that all short-term rental hosts will face an immediate new tax in 2026.

Travel

GOL adds seasonal Argentina routes, boosting summer Floripa connectivity

GOL launched seasonal international flights from Florianópolis to Córdoba and Rosario, strengthening peak-season access.

Events

ACATE announces April flagship celebration for its 40th anniversary year

ACATE announced a major April event in Floripa (Feijoada ACATE 40 Anos) to mark its 40-year milestone, pointing to the continued strength of the local tech/innovation ecosystem. That ecosystem is a medium-term demand driver for relocation and residential rentals.

Island Life

Florianópolis beach water-quality snapshot for late Dec / early Jan

IMA’s bulletin shows the share of monitored points suitable for bathing in Floripa and across SC.

Infrastructure

SC summer traffic rules: heavy-vehicle restrictions on state roads

Santa Catarina published seasonal restrictions to reduce congestion during peak travel periods.

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