Brasil

Brasil is the trip I keep going back to — the food, the music, and a coastline that ranges from wild islands to big-city beach culture. Here's how I'd split a first trip across three very different stops.

Fernando de Noronha

Beaches, nature & experiences

A protected archipelago off the northeast coast — limited daily entries, no chain hotels, and some of the clearest water in the Atlantic. Plan three to four nights minimum; getting in and out is half the day.

Rio de Janeiro

Beaches, views & experiences

Base in Ipanema or Leblon — calmer than Copacabana and walkable to everything. Five full days is enough for the highlights without burning out. Pick a few options from below:

Pernambuco

Beaches, islands & experiences

Most trips fly into Recife and fan out from there — south to Porto de Galinhas and Carneiros, north into Alagoas for São Miguel dos Milagres. Tap a city to open its full list.

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Sunset at Mirante do Boldró in Fernando de Noronha
Boat tours around Fernando de Noronha
Snorkeling at Baía do Sancho
Sea turtle spotting at Baía do Sueste
Dinner at Bar do Meio overlooking the ocean
Natural pools in Porto de Galinhas
Sunset catamaran rides at Praia dos Carneiros
Boutique hotels in São Miguel dos Milagres
NYE beach festivals across Pernambuco and Alagoas
Drone shots at Praia do Patacho
Sunset at Arpoador
Helicopter rides over Rio de Janeiro
Paragliding in Praia de São Conrado
Beach clubs in Grumari Beach
Rooftop drinks overlooking Copacabana Beach
Lençóis Maranhenses National Park

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