Argentina is the country that booked the most stays for the 2026 Brazil Carnival

Carnival season continues to be one of the most anticipated times for Argentinians to travel abroad and experience the region's iconic celebrations. In 2026, Brazil is once again positioned as one of Argentinians' favorite destinations, and in fact, Argentina is the country that has booked the most stays for the 2026 Carnival period

Among typical Carnival destinations, Argentinians lead the way in booking spaces in Recife, while they rank second in Salvador and fourth in Rio de Janeiro, the most emblematic cities of the festival.

Another key finding this season is the strong preference for group travel, confirming that Carnival is a particularly popular time to enjoy with family or friends. In Belo Horizonte and Rio de Janeiro, group bookings exceeded 60% of the total, followed by Salvador with over 50%, Recife with almost 50%, and São Paulo with over 40%.

Just in time for Carnival, Airbnb announced an Original experience to experience Rio de Janeiro's Carnival alongside Paolla Oliveira, Brazilian actress and Queen of the iconic Cordão da Bola Preta, the oldest and most representative bloco (street party group). For two days, participants will be immersed in the world's biggest street party with access to behind-the-scenes activities and the parade, experiencing the music, energy, and tradition of Carnival firsthand on February 13th and 14th.

Shows, holidays and the city: Buenos Aires in the spotlight

The city of Buenos Aires anticipates a large influx of visitors for the long weekend. The holiday coincides with international and local shows like the Ultra Music Festival, attracting both locals and foreigners; in fact, a growth of more than 20% in international travelers arriving in the city has been recorded. The three countries with the highest number of reservations in Buenos Aires for these dates are:

Uruguay

United States

Brazil

It is also worth noting that there is a large influx of local tourists who will also be visiting Buenos Aires for the long weekend. The provinces with the highest number of reservations are:

Córdoba

Mendoza

Rosario

In this way, Buenos Aires consolidates its position as one of the most attractive capitals in the region at this time of year. The combination of culture, the warmth of its hosts, and a varied artistic agenda allows the city to be the main stage where thousands of travelers choose to spend a few days

Source: Airbnb