Fortaleza is the state capital of Ceará, located in Northeastern Brazil, with a population of over 3.4 million (metropolitan region). The warm climate and the sandy beaches attract tourists. Nightlife is full of festivities with bars, restaurants and shows as the primary attraction. The city is known for having the "wildest Monday nights in the world". Six of the more than 20 Fortaleza hotels are; Vila Galé Fortaleza 5 stars, Hotel Beira Mar 4 stars, Othon Palace Fortaleza 4 stars, Hotel Praia Centro 4 stars, Hotel Sonata de Iracema 4 stars and A Samburá Praia Hotel 3 stars. Use for a short holiday, a long stay, (business)one night stay, a weekend away, hotel reservations or whatever www.HotelsinFortaleza.COM.

Fortaleza's urban beaches have warm waters. The scenery is complemented by the jangadas (small rafts used by many of Ceará's fishermen) for catching seafood for the Ceará cuisine. The Praia do Futuro (Beach of the Future) is a popular location with many beachside restaurants, built in the local style using carnauba straw and called "Barracas de Praia" (Beach Huts).

An off-season carnival, Fortal, happens in Fortaleza in July. With a remodeled structure in 2008, the event has parking lots, bleachers, stalls and food court. The event lasts 4 days and around 1.5 million people enjoy the nationally famous axé music bands. Fortaleza also stages music festivals in Brazil, such as Ceará Music.