November 8, 2026 — Corazul Cruceros, a new Spanish cruise line, has started its first season in Brazil with the 1,800-passenger Buenavista, sailing three- to seven-night cruises from Santos and Rio de Janeiro through early April 2027.
The ship and the season
Buenavista was built in 1995, originally for P&O Cruises. Corazul took it over in late September 2026 after a charter agreement with Astro Ocean Cruises. The ship sailed 45 days to reach Brazil and ran a preview cruise from Santos on October 30, 2026, calling at Buzios and Rio.
Regular cruises visit Buzios, Balneario Camboriu, Ilhabela and Cabo Frio. Longer trips include an overnight in Salvador. Chief operating officer Camille Appeldoorn said the line wants “every guest to enjoy pleasant moments.”
Other ships arriving in Brazil
| Arrival | Ships |
|---|---|
| Mid-November 2026 | MSC Musica, MSC Divina |
| Late November 2026 | Costa Diadema, MSC Splendida |
| Early December 2026 | MSC Virtuosa |
| Early January 2027 | Costa Serena (Rio de Janeiro departures) |
What it means for airline travelers
- Airports: Santos is reached through the São Paulo airports, Guarulhos (GRU) and Congonhas (CGH). Rio departures use Galeão (GIG) or Santos Dumont (SDU).
- Peak season: the season runs through Brazil’s summer holidays, when flights are full. Arrive a day early, especially if you are flying standby.
- Entry rules: check Brazil’s current entry and visa requirements for your passport before you travel.
- No travel-industry or interline rate was mentioned.
Sources
- Cruise Industry News — Corazul Kicks Off Cruise Season in Brazil
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