Fortaleza
Fortaleza is one of Brazil’s biggest cities and an economic magnet for people from Ceará and beyond. It’s also a magnet for tourists from Brazil and overseas, who come for its beaches and party atmosphere, and for the spectacular smaller beach spots, rolling dunes and fishing villages they can get to from here. The city stretches 20km along the coast and up to 10km inland. Centro is the oldest part of town; it is a lively area to wander round by day, with many busy streets full of small stores and restaurants. Just outside Fortaleza you will also find a fantastic 18 hole championship golf course.