Destination Discovery: Fernando de Noronha, Pernambuco, Brazil
This is a guest post by Rachel Foxwell, a student at Iowa State University majoring in Hospitality Management, emphasizing on Travel and Tourism.
Fernando de Noronha Pernambuco, Brazil
Fernando de Noronha is a beautiful archipelago, or island chain, boasting pristine beaches, landscapes, and wildlife.
Situated off the northern coast in Brazil, Fernando de Noronha was discovered by Amerigo Vespucci in 1503.
With only the largest of the 21 islands being inhabited, the archipelago is a haven for divers and snorkelersbecause of its year-round warm waters and clear visibility.
Surfing Fernando de Noronha, Pernambuco, Brazil. Photo by Crystian Cruz, December 19, 2009.
Fernando de Noronha offers many recreational options, including surfing, snorkeling, diving, and beach-hopping.
Boldró, or “Bold Rock,” a popular beach in Fernando de Noronha. Photo by Felipe Martins, January 1, 2006
Fernando de Noronha boasts a wide variety of tropical wildlife, including birds, lizards, and fish. Photo by MSLuna
Fernando de Noronha is an ideal cruise destination or vacation spot, with gorgeous sights, warm waters, long beaches, and wildlife everywhere, making it the perfect place for vacationers of all kinds.
