Lagoa do Fogo: São Miguel’s wild crater lake
Lagoa do Fogo on São Miguel: viewpoints, access, the official trail and practical advice for checking the mist before heading up the mountain.
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Ferries between the Azores islands: routes, seasons and planning
Ferries between the Azores islands: routes, seasons and practical advice for combining boats and flights while allowing for weather disruption.
Best Time to Visit the Azores: Month-by-Month Travel Guide
The best time to visit the Azores depends on what you want from the trip: stable weather, whale watching, flowers, hiking, lower prices or quieter islands. The archipelago can be visited all year, but each season changes the experience. This guide helps you choose when to travel and how to plan around Atlantic weather. Sete … Read more
Furnas São Miguel Azores
Furnas São Miguel Azores: this guide explains the geothermal valley, hot springs, caldeiras, Lagoa das Furnas and the volcanic stew cooked underground. Furnas is one of the most fascinating places in São Miguel: fumaroles, hot springs, volcanic cooking, gardens and a lake surrounded by green hills. It is a must for any first trip to … Read more
Sete Cidades Azores
Sete Cidades Azores: this guide explains the volcanic lakes, main viewpoints, best routes and practical tips for visiting São Miguel’s most famous landscape. Sete Cidades is the most famous volcanic landscape in São Miguel and one of the essential places in the Azores. Our São Miguel guide places it within the rest of the island. … Read more
Pico Wine (Azores): UNESCO Vineyards and Wine Tourism on the Island
Pico vineyards are a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Discover why this Atlantic wine landscape is unique and how to plan winery visits and tastings on the island.
Whale Watching in Pico (Azores): Complete Guide
Whale watching Pico: this guide explains the best season, departure areas, species, sea conditions and what to book before planning a trip around Pico island. Whale watching in Pico, Azores is one of the most memorable wildlife experiences in Europe. This volcanic island sits in the middle of the North Atlantic, right on a migration … Read more
Climbing Mount Pico Azores
Climbing Mount Pico Azores: this guide explains permits, weather, equipment, difficulty and how to prepare for Portugal’s highest mountain. Climbing Mount Pico is one of the most memorable adventures in the Azores. At 2,351 metres, it is the highest mountain in Portugal and a demanding volcanic hike that requires planning, suitable gear and respect for … Read more
São Jorge Cheese (Azores): History, Where to Buy It and How to Recognise the Real Thing
São Jorge cheese has more than 500 years of history and a Protected Designation of Origin. This guide explains what makes it unique, how to recognise the authentic cheese and where to buy it on the island.
Hiking in São Jorge, Azores: Fajãs, Cliffs and Mountain Trails
Hiking in São Jorge is one of the most powerful experiences in the Azores. The island is long, narrow and dramatic, with high ridges, deep valleys, waterfalls and fajãs at the foot of huge cliffs. Use our complete São Jorge island guide to place each walk within a realistic island plan. The most famous trails … Read more