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The Fifa should start selling 2014 World Cup tickets on August 20. Prices will range from R$ 30 to R$ 1.980 for Brazilians and from US$ 90 to US$ 990 for foreigners.

The Confederations Cup attracted 25,000 international tourists. Flavio Dino, president at Embratur, hopes for 30 times more visitors from abroad during the World Cup and total revenues of R$ 25 billion.

Delayed works, irregularities and projects postponed for after the event threaten the benefits that the country could have as a result of the contest. Still, stadiums and road works are inducing growth in some areas.

Agreement provides that the Dubai-based airline will showcase its brand at the tracks during grand prix races. During the current season, the company will feature in 15 out of 19 events.