{"id":4789,"date":"2026-10-06T20:23:41","date_gmt":"2026-10-06T20:23:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/?page_id=4789"},"modified":"2026-10-06T20:23:42","modified_gmt":"2026-10-06T20:23:42","slug":"azores-travel-guides","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/azores-travel-guides\/","title":{"rendered":"All Azores travel guides"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"va-p2-block va-p2-directory\" id=\"va-p2-directory\" data-total=\"57\" data-lang=\"en\"><p class=\"va-p2-lead\">Find the guides you need to plan your Azores trip. Search for a place, choose an island or combine these with a topic: accommodation, car rental, hot springs, hiking, whale watching and more.<\/p><div class=\"va-p2-filters\" hidden><div class=\"va-p2-search\"><label for=\"va-p2-search\">Find a guide<\/label><input type=\"search\" id=\"va-p2-search\" maxlength=\"120\" placeholder=\"E.g. Furnas, S\u00e3o Miguel, car rental\u2026\" autocomplete=\"off\" aria-controls=\"va-p2-results\"><\/div><div><label for=\"va-p2-island\">Island<\/label><select id=\"va-p2-island\" aria-controls=\"va-p2-results\"><option value=\"\">All islands<\/option><option value=\"general\">Azores and general advice<\/option><option value=\"sao-miguel\">S\u00e3o Miguel<\/option><option value=\"santa-maria\">Santa Maria<\/option><option value=\"terceira\">Terceira<\/option><option value=\"pico\">Pico<\/option><option value=\"sao-jorge\">S\u00e3o Jorge<\/option><option value=\"faial\">Faial<\/option><option value=\"graciosa\">Graciosa<\/option><option value=\"flores\">Flores<\/option><option value=\"corvo\">Corvo<\/option><\/select><\/div><div><label for=\"va-p2-topic\">Topic<\/label><select id=\"va-p2-topic\" aria-controls=\"va-p2-results\"><option value=\"\">All topics<\/option><option value=\"islands\">Island guides<\/option><option value=\"places\">Places to visit<\/option><option value=\"thermal\">Hot springs<\/option><option value=\"hiking\">Hiking<\/option><option value=\"whales\">Whales and dolphins<\/option><option value=\"beaches\">Beaches<\/option><option value=\"flights\">Flights and getting there<\/option><option value=\"transport\">Car rental and transport<\/option><option value=\"insurance\">Rental car insurance<\/option><option value=\"stay\">Accommodation<\/option><option value=\"routes\">Itineraries and car-free trips<\/option><option value=\"when\">When to visit<\/option><option value=\"food\">Food and local products<\/option><option value=\"heritage\">Heritage and culture<\/option><option value=\"practical\">Practical advice<\/option><\/select><\/div><button type=\"button\" id=\"va-p2-reset\">Clear filters<\/button><\/div><p class=\"va-p2-count\" role=\"status\" aria-live=\"polite\" aria-atomic=\"true\"><span id=\"va-p2-count\">57<\/span> guides available<\/p><noscript><p>All guides are listed below; filters require JavaScript.<\/p><\/noscript><div id=\"va-p2-empty\" class=\"va-p2-empty\" hidden><h2>No guides match these filters<\/h2><p>Try another topic, search only for the place name or clear the filters to see every guide.<\/p><\/div><section id=\"va-p2-results\" aria-label=\"Azores travel guides\"><h2 class=\"va-p2-results-title\">Guides to plan your Azores trip<\/h2><div class=\"va-p1-grid\"><article class=\"va-p1-card\" data-post-id=\"1989\" data-island=\"terceira\" data-topic=\"heritage\" data-search=\"Angra do Heroismo Azores: Complete Guide to Terceira&#8217;s UNESCO City angra-do-heroismo-azores Terceira \u00b7 Heritage and culture\"><a class=\"va-p1-image\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/angra-do-heroismo-azores\/\" aria-label=\"Angra do Heroismo Azores: Complete Guide to Terceira&#8217;s UNESCO City\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/angra-heroismo-terceira-azores-panoramica-1024x576.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"Panoramic view of Angra do Hero\u00edsmo, Terceira, a UNESCO World Heritage city in the Azores\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, (max-width: 950px) 50vw, 380px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/angra-heroismo-terceira-azores-panoramica-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/angra-heroismo-terceira-azores-panoramica-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/angra-heroismo-terceira-azores-panoramica-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/angra-heroismo-terceira-azores-panoramica.jpg 1280w\" \/><\/a><div class=\"va-p1-card-body\"><span class=\"va-p1-label\">Terceira \u00b7 Heritage and culture<\/span><h3><a href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/angra-do-heroismo-azores\/\">Angra do Heroismo Azores: Complete Guide to Terceira&#8217;s UNESCO City<\/a><\/h3><p>Angra do Heroismo, on Terceira Island, is the most important historic city in the Azores and one of the archipelago&#039;s essential cultural visits. Its\u2026<\/p><a class=\"va-p1-read\" aria-label=\"Read guide: Angra do Heroismo Azores: Complete Guide to Terceira&#8217;s UNESCO City\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/angra-do-heroismo-azores\/\">Explore local heritage<span aria-hidden=\"true\"> \u2192<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/article><article class=\"va-p1-card\" data-post-id=\"3476\" data-island=\"general\" data-topic=\"thermal\" data-search=\"Azores Hot Springs: Map and 6 Thermal Pools azores-hot-springs Hot springs\"><a class=\"va-p1-image\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/azores-hot-springs\/\" aria-label=\"Azores Hot Springs: Map and 6 Thermal Pools\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/caldeira-velha-commons-1024x768.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"Caldeira Velha thermal pool on S\u00e3o Miguel Island, Azores\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, (max-width: 950px) 50vw, 380px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/caldeira-velha-commons-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/caldeira-velha-commons-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/caldeira-velha-commons-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/caldeira-velha-commons-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/caldeira-velha-commons.jpg 1920w\" \/><\/a><div class=\"va-p1-card-body\"><span class=\"va-p1-label\">Hot springs<\/span><h3><a href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/azores-hot-springs\/\">Azores Hot Springs: Map and 6 Thermal Pools<\/a><\/h3><p>Azores hot springs range from forest pools and iron-rich baths to a geothermal ocean cove. This guide compares six thermal experiences on Sao Miguel\u2026<\/p><a class=\"va-p1-read\" aria-label=\"Read guide: Azores Hot Springs: Map and 6 Thermal Pools\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/azores-hot-springs\/\">Plan your hot spring visit<span aria-hidden=\"true\"> \u2192<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/article><article class=\"va-p1-card\" data-post-id=\"3116\" data-island=\"general\" data-topic=\"routes\" data-search=\"Azores in 7 Days: A Realistic Itinerary azores-in-7-days-itinerary Itineraries and car-free trips\"><a class=\"va-p1-image\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/azores-in-7-days-itinerary\/\" aria-label=\"Azores in 7 Days: A Realistic Itinerary\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/azores-pico-lagoa-capitao-1024x682.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"Rural road through volcanic pastures with grazing cattle on Pico Island, Azores\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, (max-width: 950px) 50vw, 380px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/azores-pico-lagoa-capitao-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/azores-pico-lagoa-capitao-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/azores-pico-lagoa-capitao-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/azores-pico-lagoa-capitao.jpg 1280w\" \/><\/a><div class=\"va-p1-card-body\"><span class=\"va-p1-label\">Itineraries and car-free trips<\/span><h3><a href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/azores-in-7-days-itinerary\/\">Azores in 7 Days: A Realistic Itinerary<\/a><\/h3><p>Azores in 7 days can be an extraordinary trip, but only if the route respects distances, connections and the weather. This is not a\u2026<\/p><a class=\"va-p1-read\" aria-label=\"Read guide: Azores in 7 Days: A Realistic Itinerary\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/azores-in-7-days-itinerary\/\">Choose an itinerary<span aria-hidden=\"true\"> \u2192<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/article><article class=\"va-p1-card\" data-post-id=\"2378\" data-island=\"sao-miguel\" data-topic=\"places\" data-search=\"Best Things to Do in S\u00e3o Miguel Azores best-things-to-do-in-sao-miguel-azores S\u00e3o Miguel \u00b7 Places to visit San Miguel\"><a class=\"va-p1-image\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-in-sao-miguel-azores\/\" aria-label=\"Best Things to Do in S\u00e3o Miguel Azores\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lake-1424707_1280-1024x768.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"Aerial view of the twin lakes at Sete Cidades on S\u00e3o Miguel, Azores\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, (max-width: 950px) 50vw, 380px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lake-1424707_1280-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lake-1424707_1280-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lake-1424707_1280-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lake-1424707_1280.jpg 1280w\" \/><\/a><div class=\"va-p1-card-body\"><span class=\"va-p1-label\">S\u00e3o Miguel \u00b7 Places to visit<\/span><h3><a href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-in-sao-miguel-azores\/\">Best Things to Do in S\u00e3o Miguel Azores<\/a><\/h3><p>S\u00e3o Miguel is the best island in the Azores for a first trip: volcanic lakes, hot springs, tea plantations, viewpoints, waterfalls and black-sand beaches\u2026<\/p><a class=\"va-p1-read\" aria-label=\"Read guide: Best Things to Do in S\u00e3o Miguel Azores\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-in-sao-miguel-azores\/\">Choose places to visit<span aria-hidden=\"true\"> \u2192<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/article><article class=\"va-p1-card\" data-post-id=\"2660\" data-island=\"general\" data-topic=\"when\" data-search=\"Best Time to Visit the Azores: Month-by-Month Travel Guide best-time-to-visit-the-azores When to visit\"><a class=\"va-p1-image\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/best-time-to-visit-the-azores\/\" aria-label=\"Best Time to Visit the Azores: Month-by-Month Travel Guide\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"294\" src=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/lagoa-do-fogo-sao-miguel-azores-cuando-ir-1024x294.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"Lagoa do Fogo, a volcanic lake surrounded by green mountains on S\u00e3o Miguel, Azores\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, (max-width: 950px) 50vw, 380px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/lagoa-do-fogo-sao-miguel-azores-cuando-ir-1024x294.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/lagoa-do-fogo-sao-miguel-azores-cuando-ir-300x86.jpg 300w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/lagoa-do-fogo-sao-miguel-azores-cuando-ir-768x220.jpg 768w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/lagoa-do-fogo-sao-miguel-azores-cuando-ir-1536x441.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/lagoa-do-fogo-sao-miguel-azores-cuando-ir.jpg 1920w\" \/><\/a><div class=\"va-p1-card-body\"><span class=\"va-p1-label\">When to visit<\/span><h3><a href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/best-time-to-visit-the-azores\/\">Best Time to Visit the Azores: Month-by-Month Travel Guide<\/a><\/h3><p>The best time to visit the Azores depends on what you want from the trip: stable weather, whale watching, flowers, hiking, lower prices or\u2026<\/p><a class=\"va-p1-read\" aria-label=\"Read guide: Best Time to Visit the Azores: Month-by-Month Travel Guide\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/best-time-to-visit-the-azores\/\">Choose when to visit<span aria-hidden=\"true\"> \u2192<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/article><article class=\"va-p1-card\" data-post-id=\"2798\" data-island=\"general\" data-topic=\"food\" data-search=\"Bifana in the Azores: Portugal&#8217;s Pork Sandwich Explained bifana-in-the-azores Food and local products\"><a class=\"va-p1-image\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/bifana-in-the-azores\/\" aria-label=\"Bifana in the Azores: Portugal&#8217;s Pork Sandwich Explained\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/bifana-portuguesa-bocadillo-cerdo-1024x768.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"Portuguese bifana pork sandwich\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, (max-width: 950px) 50vw, 380px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/bifana-portuguesa-bocadillo-cerdo-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/bifana-portuguesa-bocadillo-cerdo-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/bifana-portuguesa-bocadillo-cerdo-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/bifana-portuguesa-bocadillo-cerdo.jpg 1280w\" \/><\/a><div class=\"va-p1-card-body\"><span class=\"va-p1-label\">Food and local products<\/span><h3><a href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/bifana-in-the-azores\/\">Bifana in the Azores: Portugal&#8217;s Pork Sandwich Explained<\/a><\/h3><p>Learn what a Portuguese bifana is, how to order one in the Azores, regional variations and how it differs from other Portuguese sandwiches.<\/p><a class=\"va-p1-read\" aria-label=\"Read guide: Bifana in the Azores: Portugal&#8217;s Pork Sandwich Explained\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/bifana-in-the-azores\/\">Discover local food<span aria-hidden=\"true\"> \u2192<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/article><article class=\"va-p1-card\" data-post-id=\"3486\" data-island=\"sao-miguel\" data-topic=\"thermal\" data-search=\"Caldeira Velha: Tickets, Pools and Visiting Tips caldeira-velha-tickets-hot-springs S\u00e3o Miguel \u00b7 Hot springs San Miguel\"><a class=\"va-p1-image\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/caldeira-velha-tickets-hot-springs\/\" aria-label=\"Caldeira Velha: Tickets, Pools and Visiting Tips\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/caldeira-velha-commons-1-1024x768.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"Caldeira Velha thermal pool and waterfall on S\u00e3o Miguel Island, Azores\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, (max-width: 950px) 50vw, 380px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/caldeira-velha-commons-1-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/caldeira-velha-commons-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/caldeira-velha-commons-1-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/caldeira-velha-commons-1-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/caldeira-velha-commons-1.jpg 1920w\" \/><\/a><div class=\"va-p1-card-body\"><span class=\"va-p1-label\">S\u00e3o Miguel \u00b7 Hot springs<\/span><h3><a href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/caldeira-velha-tickets-hot-springs\/\">Caldeira Velha: Tickets, Pools and Visiting Tips<\/a><\/h3><p>Caldeira Velha feels like a small tropical refuge on the slopes below Lagoa do Fogo. Giant ferns, dark rock, steam and a warm waterfall\u2026<\/p><a class=\"va-p1-read\" aria-label=\"Read guide: Caldeira Velha: Tickets, Pools and Visiting Tips\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/caldeira-velha-tickets-hot-springs\/\">Plan your hot spring visit<span aria-hidden=\"true\"> \u2192<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/article><article class=\"va-p1-card\" data-post-id=\"1984\" data-island=\"terceira\" data-topic=\"transport\" data-search=\"Car Rental in Terceira Azores: Guide to Driving Around the Island car-rental-terceira-azores Terceira \u00b7 Car rental and transport\"><a class=\"va-p1-image\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/car-rental-terceira-azores\/\" aria-label=\"Car Rental in Terceira Azores: Guide to Driving Around the Island\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1000\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/praia-da-vitoria-acores-isla-terceira.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"Praia da Vit\u00f3ria on Terceira Island, Azores\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, (max-width: 950px) 50vw, 380px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/praia-da-vitoria-acores-isla-terceira.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/praia-da-vitoria-acores-isla-terceira-300x135.jpg 300w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/praia-da-vitoria-acores-isla-terceira-768x346.jpg 768w\" \/><\/a><div class=\"va-p1-card-body\"><span class=\"va-p1-label\">Terceira \u00b7 Car rental and transport<\/span><h3><a href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/car-rental-terceira-azores\/\">Car Rental in Terceira Azores: Guide to Driving Around the Island<\/a><\/h3><p>Car rental in Terceira is one of the best decisions if you want to explore the island freely, make the most of your days\u2026<\/p><a class=\"va-p1-read\" aria-label=\"Read guide: Car Rental in Terceira Azores: Guide to Driving Around the Island\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/car-rental-terceira-azores\/\">Plan your transport<span aria-hidden=\"true\"> \u2192<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/article><article class=\"va-p1-card\" data-post-id=\"4686\" data-island=\"general\" data-topic=\"transport\" data-search=\"Car rental in the Azores: complete guide car-rental-azores Car rental and transport\"><a class=\"va-p1-image\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/car-rental-azores\/\" aria-label=\"Car rental in the Azores: complete guide\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/car-sete-cidades-sao-miguel.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"Car in Sete Cidades, S\u00e3o Miguel Island, Azores\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, (max-width: 950px) 50vw, 380px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/car-sete-cidades-sao-miguel.webp 1024w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/car-sete-cidades-sao-miguel-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/car-sete-cidades-sao-miguel-768x512.webp 768w\" \/><\/a><div class=\"va-p1-card-body\"><span class=\"va-p1-label\">Car rental and transport<\/span><h3><a href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/car-rental-azores\/\">Car rental in the Azores: complete guide<\/a><\/h3><p>Car rental in the Azores: compare islands, insurance, deposits and practical advice for booking and driving without surprises.<\/p><a class=\"va-p1-read\" aria-label=\"Read guide: Car rental in the Azores: complete guide\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/car-rental-azores\/\">Plan your transport<span aria-hidden=\"true\"> \u2192<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/article><article class=\"va-p1-card\" data-post-id=\"2354\" data-island=\"pico\" data-topic=\"hiking\" data-search=\"Climbing Mount Pico Azores climbing-mount-pico-azores Pico \u00b7 Hiking\"><a class=\"va-p1-image\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/climbing-mount-pico-azores\/\" aria-label=\"Climbing Mount Pico Azores\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"615\" src=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/subir-volcan-pico-azores-guia-1024x615.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"Mount Pico at sunset, the highest mountain in Portugal, Azores\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, (max-width: 950px) 50vw, 380px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/subir-volcan-pico-azores-guia-1024x615.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/subir-volcan-pico-azores-guia-300x180.jpg 300w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/subir-volcan-pico-azores-guia-768x461.jpg 768w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/subir-volcan-pico-azores-guia.jpg 1280w\" \/><\/a><div class=\"va-p1-card-body\"><span class=\"va-p1-label\">Pico \u00b7 Hiking<\/span><h3><a href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/climbing-mount-pico-azores\/\">Climbing Mount Pico Azores<\/a><\/h3><p>Climbing Mount Pico Azores: this guide explains permits, weather, equipment, difficulty and how to prepare for Portugal\u2019s highest mountain. Climbing Mount Pico is one\u2026<\/p><a class=\"va-p1-read\" aria-label=\"Read guide: Climbing Mount Pico Azores\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/climbing-mount-pico-azores\/\">Plan a hiking route<span aria-hidden=\"true\"> \u2192<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/article><article class=\"va-p1-card\" data-post-id=\"2802\" data-island=\"sao-miguel\" data-topic=\"food\" data-search=\"Cozido das Furnas: S\u00e3o Miguel&#8217;s Volcanic Stew cozido-das-furnas-azores S\u00e3o Miguel \u00b7 Food and local products San Miguel\"><a class=\"va-p1-image\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/cozido-das-furnas-azores\/\" aria-label=\"Cozido das Furnas: S\u00e3o Miguel&#8217;s Volcanic Stew\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/cozido-das-furnas-plato-sao-miguel.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"Traditional Cozido das Furnas served on S\u00e3o Miguel Island, Azores\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, (max-width: 950px) 50vw, 380px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/cozido-das-furnas-plato-sao-miguel.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/cozido-das-furnas-plato-sao-miguel-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/cozido-das-furnas-plato-sao-miguel-768x576.jpg 768w\" \/><\/a><div class=\"va-p1-card-body\"><span class=\"va-p1-label\">S\u00e3o Miguel \u00b7 Food and local products<\/span><h3><a href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/cozido-das-furnas-azores\/\">Cozido das Furnas: S\u00e3o Miguel&#8217;s Volcanic Stew<\/a><\/h3><p>Learn how cozido das Furnas is cooked with geothermal heat, what it contains, where to try it and how to plan your visit on\u2026<\/p><a class=\"va-p1-read\" aria-label=\"Read guide: Cozido das Furnas: S\u00e3o Miguel&#8217;s Volcanic Stew\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/cozido-das-furnas-azores\/\">Discover local food<span aria-hidden=\"true\"> \u2192<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/article><article class=\"va-p1-card\" data-post-id=\"1998\" data-island=\"sao-jorge\" data-topic=\"places\" data-search=\"Fajas Sao Jorge Azores: How to Visit Them fajas-sao-jorge-azores S\u00e3o Jorge \u00b7 Places to visit\"><a class=\"va-p1-image\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/fajas-sao-jorge-azores\/\" aria-label=\"Fajas Sao Jorge Azores: How to Visit Them\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/sao-jorge-faja-caldeira-santo-cristo-azores-1024x682.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"Faj\u00e3 da Caldeira de Santo Cristo on S\u00e3o Jorge Island, Azores\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, (max-width: 950px) 50vw, 380px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/sao-jorge-faja-caldeira-santo-cristo-azores-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/sao-jorge-faja-caldeira-santo-cristo-azores-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/sao-jorge-faja-caldeira-santo-cristo-azores-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/sao-jorge-faja-caldeira-santo-cristo-azores.jpg 1280w\" \/><\/a><div class=\"va-p1-card-body\"><span class=\"va-p1-label\">S\u00e3o Jorge \u00b7 Places to visit<\/span><h3><a href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/fajas-sao-jorge-azores\/\">Fajas Sao Jorge Azores: How to Visit Them<\/a><\/h3><p>The fajas of Sao Jorge are one of the most distinctive geographical features in the Azores and probably one of the most unusual coastal\u2026<\/p><a class=\"va-p1-read\" aria-label=\"Read guide: Fajas Sao Jorge Azores: How to Visit Them\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/fajas-sao-jorge-azores\/\">Choose places to visit<span aria-hidden=\"true\"> \u2192<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/article><article class=\"va-p1-card\" data-post-id=\"4681\" data-island=\"general\" data-topic=\"flights\" data-search=\"Flights to the Azores: which routes run all year flights-to-the-azores Flights and getting there\"><a class=\"va-p1-image\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/flights-to-the-azores\/\" aria-label=\"Flights to the Azores: which routes run all year\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"665\" src=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/flights-azores-aircraft-ponta-delgada-1024x665.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"Azores Airlines aircraft at Ponta Delgada airport, S\u00e3o Miguel, Azores\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, (max-width: 950px) 50vw, 380px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/flights-azores-aircraft-ponta-delgada-1024x665.webp 1024w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/flights-azores-aircraft-ponta-delgada-300x195.webp 300w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/flights-azores-aircraft-ponta-delgada-768x499.webp 768w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/flights-azores-aircraft-ponta-delgada.webp 1280w\" \/><\/a><div class=\"va-p1-card-body\"><span class=\"va-p1-label\">Flights and getting there<\/span><h3><a href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/flights-to-the-azores\/\">Flights to the Azores: which routes run all year<\/a><\/h3><p>Flights to the Azores explained: dependable year-round gateways, seasonal direct routes and practical options for reaching the islands in winter.<\/p><a class=\"va-p1-read\" aria-label=\"Read guide: Flights to the Azores: which routes run all year\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/flights-to-the-azores\/\">Explore flight options<span aria-hidden=\"true\"> \u2192<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/article><article class=\"va-p1-card\" data-post-id=\"2370\" data-island=\"sao-miguel\" data-topic=\"places\" data-search=\"Furnas S\u00e3o Miguel Azores furnas-sao-miguel-azores S\u00e3o Miguel \u00b7 Places to visit San Miguel\"><a class=\"va-p1-image\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/furnas-sao-miguel-azores\/\" aria-label=\"Furnas S\u00e3o Miguel Azores\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/furnas-panorama-real-1024x683.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"Panoramic view of Furnas village and valley on S\u00e3o Miguel, Azores\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, (max-width: 950px) 50vw, 380px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/furnas-panorama-real-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/furnas-panorama-real-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/furnas-panorama-real-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/furnas-panorama-real-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/furnas-panorama-real.jpg 1920w\" \/><\/a><div class=\"va-p1-card-body\"><span class=\"va-p1-label\">S\u00e3o Miguel \u00b7 Places to visit<\/span><h3><a href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/furnas-sao-miguel-azores\/\">Furnas S\u00e3o Miguel Azores<\/a><\/h3><p>Furnas S\u00e3o Miguel Azores: this guide explains the geothermal valley, hot springs, caldeiras, Lagoa das Furnas and the volcanic stew cooked underground. Furnas is\u2026<\/p><a class=\"va-p1-read\" aria-label=\"Read guide: Furnas S\u00e3o Miguel Azores\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/furnas-sao-miguel-azores\/\">Choose places to visit<span aria-hidden=\"true\"> \u2192<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/article><article class=\"va-p1-card\" data-post-id=\"2659\" data-island=\"sao-jorge\" data-topic=\"hiking\" data-search=\"Hiking in S\u00e3o Jorge, Azores: Faj\u00e3s, Cliffs and Mountain Trails hiking-in-sao-jorge-azores S\u00e3o Jorge \u00b7 Hiking\"><a class=\"va-p1-image\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/hiking-in-sao-jorge-azores\/\" aria-label=\"Hiking in S\u00e3o Jorge, Azores: Faj\u00e3s, Cliffs and Mountain Trails\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"681\" src=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/atlantic-4363019_1280-1024x681.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"Hiker on a coastal trail on S\u00e3o Jorge overlooking the Atlantic Ocean\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, (max-width: 950px) 50vw, 380px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/atlantic-4363019_1280-1024x681.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/atlantic-4363019_1280-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/atlantic-4363019_1280-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/atlantic-4363019_1280.jpg 1280w\" \/><\/a><div class=\"va-p1-card-body\"><span class=\"va-p1-label\">S\u00e3o Jorge \u00b7 Hiking<\/span><h3><a href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/hiking-in-sao-jorge-azores\/\">Hiking in S\u00e3o Jorge, Azores: Faj\u00e3s, Cliffs and Mountain Trails<\/a><\/h3><p>Hiking in S\u00e3o Jorge is one of the most powerful experiences in the Azores. The island is long, narrow and dramatic, with high ridges,\u2026<\/p><a class=\"va-p1-read\" aria-label=\"Read guide: Hiking in S\u00e3o Jorge, Azores: Faj\u00e3s, Cliffs and Mountain Trails\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/hiking-in-sao-jorge-azores\/\">Plan a hiking route<span aria-hidden=\"true\"> \u2192<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/article><article class=\"va-p1-card\" data-post-id=\"2365\" data-island=\"sao-miguel\" data-topic=\"hiking\" data-search=\"Hiking in S\u00e3o Miguel Azores hiking-in-sao-miguel-azores S\u00e3o Miguel \u00b7 Hiking San Miguel\"><a class=\"va-p1-image\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/hiking-in-sao-miguel-azores\/\" aria-label=\"Hiking in S\u00e3o Miguel Azores\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"681\" src=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lagoon-2033732_1280-1024x681.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"Hiking trail overlooking Lagoa do Fogo on S\u00e3o Miguel Island, Azores\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, (max-width: 950px) 50vw, 380px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lagoon-2033732_1280-1024x681.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lagoon-2033732_1280-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lagoon-2033732_1280-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lagoon-2033732_1280.jpg 1280w\" \/><\/a><div class=\"va-p1-card-body\"><span class=\"va-p1-label\">S\u00e3o Miguel \u00b7 Hiking<\/span><h3><a href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/hiking-in-sao-miguel-azores\/\">Hiking in S\u00e3o Miguel Azores<\/a><\/h3><p>Hiking in S\u00e3o Miguel Azores: best lake trails, waterfalls, coastal walks, viewpoints, route difficulty and practical advice for planning hikes on S\u00e3o Miguel. Hiking\u2026<\/p><a class=\"va-p1-read\" aria-label=\"Read guide: Hiking in S\u00e3o Miguel Azores\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/hiking-in-sao-miguel-azores\/\">Plan a hiking route<span aria-hidden=\"true\"> \u2192<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/article><article class=\"va-p1-card\" data-post-id=\"2934\" data-island=\"general\" data-topic=\"food\" data-search=\"Holy Spirit Soups in the Azores holy-spirit-soups-azores Food and local products\"><a class=\"va-p1-image\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/holy-spirit-soups-azores\/\" aria-label=\"Holy Spirit Soups in the Azores\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"903\" src=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/imperio-espirito-santo-terceira-azores-1024x903.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"Holy Spirit chapel in the Azores, associated with the traditional Holy Spirit soups\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, (max-width: 950px) 50vw, 380px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/imperio-espirito-santo-terceira-azores-1024x903.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/imperio-espirito-santo-terceira-azores-300x264.jpg 300w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/imperio-espirito-santo-terceira-azores-768x677.jpg 768w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/imperio-espirito-santo-terceira-azores-1536x1354.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/imperio-espirito-santo-terceira-azores-2048x1805.jpg 2048w\" \/><\/a><div class=\"va-p1-card-body\"><span class=\"va-p1-label\">Food and local products<\/span><h3><a href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/holy-spirit-soups-azores\/\">Holy Spirit Soups in the Azores<\/a><\/h3><p>Guide to Holy Spirit Soups in the Azores: the Divine Holy Spirit festivities, ingredients, island variations, when to find them and why they matter.<\/p><a class=\"va-p1-read\" aria-label=\"Read guide: Holy Spirit Soups in the Azores\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/holy-spirit-soups-azores\/\">Discover local food<span aria-hidden=\"true\"> \u2192<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/article><article class=\"va-p1-card\" data-post-id=\"4887\" data-island=\"general\" data-topic=\"practical\" data-search=\"How much does a trip to the Azores cost? A 7-day budget and low-season savings azores-trip-cost-budget Practical advice\"><a class=\"va-p1-image\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/azores-trip-cost-budget\/\" aria-label=\"How much does a trip to the Azores cost? A 7-day budget and low-season savings\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"708\" src=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/ponta-delgada-city-gates-azores-budget-1-1024x708.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"Portas da Cidade and church tower in Ponta Delgada, S\u00e3o Miguel\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, (max-width: 950px) 50vw, 380px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/ponta-delgada-city-gates-azores-budget-1-1024x708.webp 1024w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/ponta-delgada-city-gates-azores-budget-1-300x208.webp 300w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/ponta-delgada-city-gates-azores-budget-1-768x531.webp 768w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/ponta-delgada-city-gates-azores-budget-1-1536x1063.webp 1536w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/ponta-delgada-city-gates-azores-budget-1.webp 1600w\" \/><\/a><div class=\"va-p1-card-body\"><span class=\"va-p1-label\">Practical advice<\/span><h3><a href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/azores-trip-cost-budget\/\">How much does a trip to the Azores cost? A 7-day budget and low-season savings<\/a><\/h3><p>How much does an Azores trip cost? Compare a 7-day high-season budget with low-season savings on cars, accommodation and flights.<\/p><a class=\"va-p1-read\" aria-label=\"Read guide: How much does a trip to the Azores cost? A 7-day budget and low-season savings\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/azores-trip-cost-budget\/\">Read this guide<span aria-hidden=\"true\"> \u2192<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/article><article class=\"va-p1-card\" data-post-id=\"2656\" data-island=\"santa-maria\" data-topic=\"flights\" data-search=\"How to Get to Santa Maria, Azores: Flights, Ferry and Transport on the Island how-to-get-to-santa-maria-azores Santa Maria \u00b7 Flights and getting there\"><a class=\"va-p1-image\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/how-to-get-to-santa-maria-azores\/\" aria-label=\"How to Get to Santa Maria, Azores: Flights, Ferry and Transport on the Island\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/mirador-sao-lourenco-isla-santa-maria-azores-1024x682.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"S\u00e3o Louren\u00e7o viewpoint on Santa Maria Island, overlooking the bay and coast\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, (max-width: 950px) 50vw, 380px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/mirador-sao-lourenco-isla-santa-maria-azores-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/mirador-sao-lourenco-isla-santa-maria-azores-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/mirador-sao-lourenco-isla-santa-maria-azores-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/mirador-sao-lourenco-isla-santa-maria-azores.jpg 1280w\" \/><\/a><div class=\"va-p1-card-body\"><span class=\"va-p1-label\">Santa Maria \u00b7 Flights and getting there<\/span><h3><a href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/how-to-get-to-santa-maria-azores\/\">How to Get to Santa Maria, Azores: Flights, Ferry and Transport on the Island<\/a><\/h3><p>Getting to Santa Maria in the Azores is easier than many travellers imagine, but it is different from arriving on S\u00e3o Miguel, Terceira or\u2026<\/p><a class=\"va-p1-read\" aria-label=\"Read guide: How to Get to Santa Maria, Azores: Flights, Ferry and Transport on the Island\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/how-to-get-to-santa-maria-azores\/\">Explore flight options<span aria-hidden=\"true\"> \u2192<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/article><article class=\"va-p1-card\" data-post-id=\"3117\" data-island=\"general\" data-topic=\"transport\" data-search=\"How to Travel Between the Azores Islands how-to-travel-between-azores-islands Car rental and transport\"><a class=\"va-p1-image\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/how-to-travel-between-azores-islands\/\" aria-label=\"How to Travel Between the Azores Islands\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"686\" src=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/azores-terceira-quatro-ribeiras-1024x686.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"Waterfall on a volcanic coastal cliff on Terceira Island, Azores\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, (max-width: 950px) 50vw, 380px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/azores-terceira-quatro-ribeiras-1024x686.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/azores-terceira-quatro-ribeiras-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/azores-terceira-quatro-ribeiras-768x514.jpg 768w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/azores-terceira-quatro-ribeiras.jpg 1280w\" \/><\/a><div class=\"va-p1-card-body\"><span class=\"va-p1-label\">Car rental and transport<\/span><h3><a href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/how-to-travel-between-azores-islands\/\">How to Travel Between the Azores Islands<\/a><\/h3><p>If you are wondering how to travel between Azores islands, the answer depends on flights, ferries and realistic transfer margins. This guide explains when\u2026<\/p><a class=\"va-p1-read\" aria-label=\"Read guide: How to Travel Between the Azores Islands\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/how-to-travel-between-azores-islands\/\">Plan your transport<span aria-hidden=\"true\"> \u2192<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/article><article class=\"va-p1-card\" data-post-id=\"2651\" data-island=\"pico\" data-topic=\"food\" data-search=\"Pico Wine (Azores): UNESCO Vineyards and Wine Tourism on the Island pico-wine-azores-unesco-vineyards Pico \u00b7 Food and local products\"><a class=\"va-p1-image\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/pico-wine-azores-unesco-vineyards\/\" aria-label=\"Pico Wine (Azores): UNESCO Vineyards and Wine Tourism on the Island\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"681\" src=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/pico-vineyards-azores-unesco-1024x681.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"Pico vineyards in the Azores divided by UNESCO-listed basalt currais\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, (max-width: 950px) 50vw, 380px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/pico-vineyards-azores-unesco-1024x681.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/pico-vineyards-azores-unesco-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/pico-vineyards-azores-unesco-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/pico-vineyards-azores-unesco.jpg 1280w\" \/><\/a><div class=\"va-p1-card-body\"><span class=\"va-p1-label\">Pico \u00b7 Food and local products<\/span><h3><a href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/pico-wine-azores-unesco-vineyards\/\">Pico Wine (Azores): UNESCO Vineyards and Wine Tourism on the Island<\/a><\/h3><p>Pico vineyards are a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Discover why this Atlantic wine landscape is unique and how to plan winery visits and tastings\u2026<\/p><a class=\"va-p1-read\" aria-label=\"Read guide: Pico Wine (Azores): UNESCO Vineyards and Wine Tourism on the Island\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/pico-wine-azores-unesco-vineyards\/\">Discover local food<span aria-hidden=\"true\"> \u2192<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/article><article class=\"va-p1-card\" data-post-id=\"2800\" data-island=\"general\" data-topic=\"food\" data-search=\"Piri-Piri Sauce in Portugal and the Azores: A Practical Guide piri-piri-sauce-portugal-azores Food and local products\"><a class=\"va-p1-image\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/piri-piri-sauce-portugal-azores\/\" aria-label=\"Piri-Piri Sauce in Portugal and the Azores: A Practical Guide\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/pollo-piri-piri-portugues-1024x768.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"Portuguese grilled chicken with piri-piri sauce\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, (max-width: 950px) 50vw, 380px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/pollo-piri-piri-portugues-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/pollo-piri-piri-portugues-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/pollo-piri-piri-portugues-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/pollo-piri-piri-portugues.jpg 1280w\" \/><\/a><div class=\"va-p1-card-body\"><span class=\"va-p1-label\">Food and local products<\/span><h3><a href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/piri-piri-sauce-portugal-azores\/\">Piri-Piri Sauce in Portugal and the Azores: A Practical Guide<\/a><\/h3><p>Understand piri-piri sauce, its Afro-Portuguese history, heat and uses, and how it differs from Azorean pimenta da terra.<\/p><a class=\"va-p1-read\" aria-label=\"Read guide: Piri-Piri Sauce in Portugal and the Azores: A Practical Guide\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/piri-piri-sauce-portugal-azores\/\">Discover local food<span aria-hidden=\"true\"> \u2192<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/article><article class=\"va-p1-card\" data-post-id=\"3480\" data-island=\"sao-miguel\" data-topic=\"thermal\" data-search=\"Poca da Dona Beija: Tickets, Hours and Tips poca-da-dona-beija-tickets-hours S\u00e3o Miguel \u00b7 Hot springs San Miguel\"><a class=\"va-p1-image\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/poca-da-dona-beija-tickets-hours\/\" aria-label=\"Poca da Dona Beija: Tickets, Hours and Tips\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/poca-dona-beija-768x1024.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"Po\u00e7a da Dona Beija thermal pool in Furnas on S\u00e3o Miguel Island, Azores\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, (max-width: 950px) 50vw, 380px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/poca-dona-beija-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/poca-dona-beija-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/poca-dona-beija-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/poca-dona-beija-1536x2048.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/poca-dona-beija.jpg 1920w\" \/><\/a><div class=\"va-p1-card-body\"><span class=\"va-p1-label\">S\u00e3o Miguel \u00b7 Hot springs<\/span><h3><a href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/poca-da-dona-beija-tickets-hours\/\">Poca da Dona Beija: Tickets, Hours and Tips<\/a><\/h3><p>Poca da Dona Beija is at its best when steam begins to drift above the river and Furnas slows down. Its iron-rich pools invite\u2026<\/p><a class=\"va-p1-read\" aria-label=\"Read guide: Poca da Dona Beija: Tickets, Hours and Tips\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/poca-da-dona-beija-tickets-hours\/\">Plan your hot spring visit<span aria-hidden=\"true\"> \u2192<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/article><article class=\"va-p1-card\" data-post-id=\"3489\" data-island=\"sao-miguel\" data-topic=\"thermal\" data-search=\"Ponta da Ferraria: Tide Times and Hot Spring Guide ponta-da-ferraria-tide-times-hot-spring S\u00e3o Miguel \u00b7 Hot springs San Miguel\"><a class=\"va-p1-image\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/ponta-da-ferraria-tide-times-hot-spring\/\" aria-label=\"Ponta da Ferraria: Tide Times and Hot Spring Guide\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/ponta-ferraria-768x1024.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"Ponta da Ferraria natural volcanic pool on S\u00e3o Miguel Island, Azores\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, (max-width: 950px) 50vw, 380px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/ponta-ferraria-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/ponta-ferraria-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/ponta-ferraria.jpg 960w\" \/><\/a><div class=\"va-p1-card-body\"><span class=\"va-p1-label\">S\u00e3o Miguel \u00b7 Hot springs<\/span><h3><a href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/ponta-da-ferraria-tide-times-hot-spring\/\">Ponta da Ferraria: Tide Times and Hot Spring Guide<\/a><\/h3><p>Ponta da Ferraria is where a volcanic spring meets the Atlantic between walls of black lava. When tide and swell cooperate, feeling warm water\u2026<\/p><a class=\"va-p1-read\" aria-label=\"Read guide: Ponta da Ferraria: Tide Times and Hot Spring Guide\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/ponta-da-ferraria-tide-times-hot-spring\/\">Plan your hot spring visit<span aria-hidden=\"true\"> \u2192<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/article><article class=\"va-p1-card\" data-post-id=\"4767\" data-island=\"general\" data-topic=\"insurance\" data-search=\"Rental car excess insurance: avoid unexpected charges with RentalCover rental-car-excess-insurance Rental car insurance\"><a class=\"va-p1-image\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/rental-car-excess-insurance\/\" aria-label=\"Rental car excess insurance: avoid unexpected charges with RentalCover\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/seguro-franquicia-coche-alquiler-rentalcover-hero-1024x576.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"Rental car on a coastal road with protection against a high excess\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, (max-width: 950px) 50vw, 380px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/seguro-franquicia-coche-alquiler-rentalcover-hero-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/seguro-franquicia-coche-alquiler-rentalcover-hero-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/seguro-franquicia-coche-alquiler-rentalcover-hero-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/seguro-franquicia-coche-alquiler-rentalcover-hero-1536x864.webp 1536w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/seguro-franquicia-coche-alquiler-rentalcover-hero.webp 1600w\" \/><\/a><div class=\"va-p1-card-body\"><span class=\"va-p1-label\">Rental car insurance<\/span><h3><a href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/rental-car-excess-insurance\/\">Rental car excess insurance: avoid unexpected charges with RentalCover<\/a><\/h3><p>How rental car excess insurance works, what to check before buying and how to request a reimbursement.<\/p><a class=\"va-p1-read\" aria-label=\"Read guide: Rental car excess insurance: avoid unexpected charges with RentalCover\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/rental-car-excess-insurance\/\">Understand rental car excess cover<span aria-hidden=\"true\"> \u2192<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/article><article class=\"va-p1-card\" data-post-id=\"3495\" data-island=\"sao-miguel\" data-topic=\"thermal\" data-search=\"Ribeira Grande Hot Springs and Poca da Tia Silvina ribeira-grande-hot-springs S\u00e3o Miguel \u00b7 Hot springs San Miguel\"><a class=\"va-p1-image\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/ribeira-grande-hot-springs\/\" aria-label=\"Ribeira Grande Hot Springs and Poca da Tia Silvina\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"727\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/hot-springs-azores-727x1024.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"Caldeiras da Ribeira Grande thermal baths on S\u00e3o Miguel Island, Azores\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, (max-width: 950px) 50vw, 380px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/hot-springs-azores-727x1024.jpg 727w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/hot-springs-azores-213x300.jpg 213w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/hot-springs-azores-768x1082.jpg 768w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/hot-springs-azores-1090x1536.jpg 1090w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/hot-springs-azores-1453x2048.jpg 1453w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/hot-springs-azores-scaled.jpg 1816w\" \/><\/a><div class=\"va-p1-card-body\"><span class=\"va-p1-label\">S\u00e3o Miguel \u00b7 Hot springs<\/span><h3><a href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/ribeira-grande-hot-springs\/\">Ribeira Grande Hot Springs and Poca da Tia Silvina<\/a><\/h3><p>Ribeira Grande hot springs tell a quieter story than the famous pools of Furnas. Warm water appears among old bathhouses, springs and caldeiras that\u2026<\/p><a class=\"va-p1-read\" aria-label=\"Read guide: Ribeira Grande Hot Springs and Poca da Tia Silvina\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/ribeira-grande-hot-springs\/\">Plan your hot spring visit<span aria-hidden=\"true\"> \u2192<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/article><article class=\"va-p1-card\" data-post-id=\"2657\" data-island=\"santa-maria\" data-topic=\"beaches\" data-search=\"Santa Maria Beaches, Azores: Best Beaches and Swimming Spots santa-maria-beaches-azores Santa Maria \u00b7 Beaches\"><a class=\"va-p1-image\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/santa-maria-beaches-azores\/\" aria-label=\"Santa Maria Beaches, Azores: Best Beaches and Swimming Spots\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"950\" height=\"622\" src=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Maia-Santa-Maria-Azores.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"Maia beach on the north coast of Santa Maria Island, with black basalt cliffs, Azores\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, (max-width: 950px) 50vw, 380px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Maia-Santa-Maria-Azores.jpg 950w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Maia-Santa-Maria-Azores-300x196.jpg 300w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Maia-Santa-Maria-Azores-768x503.jpg 768w\" \/><\/a><div class=\"va-p1-card-body\"><span class=\"va-p1-label\">Santa Maria \u00b7 Beaches<\/span><h3><a href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/santa-maria-beaches-azores\/\">Santa Maria Beaches, Azores: Best Beaches and Swimming Spots<\/a><\/h3><p>The beaches of Santa Maria in the Azores are different from almost anywhere else in the archipelago. While many Azorean islands are known for\u2026<\/p><a class=\"va-p1-read\" aria-label=\"Read guide: Santa Maria Beaches, Azores: Best Beaches and Swimming Spots\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/santa-maria-beaches-azores\/\">Explore swimming spots<span aria-hidden=\"true\"> \u2192<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/article><article class=\"va-p1-card\" data-post-id=\"2644\" data-island=\"sao-jorge\" data-topic=\"food\" data-search=\"S\u00e3o Jorge Cheese (Azores): History, Where to Buy It and How to Recognise the Real Thing sao-jorge-cheese-azores S\u00e3o Jorge \u00b7 Food and local products\"><a class=\"va-p1-image\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/sao-jorge-cheese-azores\/\" aria-label=\"S\u00e3o Jorge Cheese (Azores): History, Where to Buy It and How to Recognise the Real Thing\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/sao-jorge-cheese-azores-wheel-1024x683.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"Aged Sao Jorge cheese wheels, an artisan PDO cheese from the Azores\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, (max-width: 950px) 50vw, 380px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/sao-jorge-cheese-azores-wheel-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/sao-jorge-cheese-azores-wheel-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/sao-jorge-cheese-azores-wheel-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/sao-jorge-cheese-azores-wheel.jpg 1280w\" \/><\/a><div class=\"va-p1-card-body\"><span class=\"va-p1-label\">S\u00e3o Jorge \u00b7 Food and local products<\/span><h3><a href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/sao-jorge-cheese-azores\/\">S\u00e3o Jorge Cheese (Azores): History, Where to Buy It and How to Recognise the Real Thing<\/a><\/h3><p>S\u00e3o Jorge cheese has more than 500 years of history and a Protected Designation of Origin. This guide explains what makes it unique, how\u2026<\/p><a class=\"va-p1-read\" aria-label=\"Read guide: S\u00e3o Jorge Cheese (Azores): History, Where to Buy It and How to Recognise the Real Thing\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/sao-jorge-cheese-azores\/\">Discover local food<span aria-hidden=\"true\"> \u2192<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/article><article class=\"va-p1-card\" data-post-id=\"2933\" data-island=\"sao-miguel\" data-topic=\"food\" data-search=\"S\u00e3o Miguel Pineapple and Morcela with Pineapple in the Azores sao-miguel-pineapple-morcela-azores S\u00e3o Miguel \u00b7 Food and local products San Miguel\"><a class=\"va-p1-image\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/sao-miguel-pineapple-morcela-azores\/\" aria-label=\"S\u00e3o Miguel Pineapple and Morcela with Pineapple in the Azores\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/ananas-sao-miguel-estufa-azores-1024x683.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"S\u00e3o Miguel pineapple grown in traditional greenhouses in the Azores\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, (max-width: 950px) 50vw, 380px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/ananas-sao-miguel-estufa-azores-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/ananas-sao-miguel-estufa-azores-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/ananas-sao-miguel-estufa-azores-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/ananas-sao-miguel-estufa-azores-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/ananas-sao-miguel-estufa-azores-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" \/><\/a><div class=\"va-p1-card-body\"><span class=\"va-p1-label\">S\u00e3o Miguel \u00b7 Food and local products<\/span><h3><a href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/sao-miguel-pineapple-morcela-azores\/\">S\u00e3o Miguel Pineapple and Morcela with Pineapple in the Azores<\/a><\/h3><p>Food guide to S\u00e3o Miguel pineapple in the Azores: protected origin, greenhouse cultivation, flavour, plantation visits and the local starter morcela with pineapple.<\/p><a class=\"va-p1-read\" aria-label=\"Read guide: S\u00e3o Miguel Pineapple and Morcela with Pineapple in the Azores\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/sao-miguel-pineapple-morcela-azores\/\">Discover local food<span aria-hidden=\"true\"> \u2192<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/article><article class=\"va-p1-card\" data-post-id=\"2375\" data-island=\"sao-miguel\" data-topic=\"places\" data-search=\"Sete Cidades Azores sete-cidades-azores S\u00e3o Miguel \u00b7 Places to visit San Miguel\"><a class=\"va-p1-image\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/sete-cidades-azores\/\" aria-label=\"Sete Cidades Azores\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/sete-cidades-azores-lago-panoramica-1-1024x682.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"Sete Cidades lakes viewed from the Vista do Rei viewpoint, Azores\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, (max-width: 950px) 50vw, 380px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/sete-cidades-azores-lago-panoramica-1-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/sete-cidades-azores-lago-panoramica-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/sete-cidades-azores-lago-panoramica-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/sete-cidades-azores-lago-panoramica-1.jpg 1280w\" \/><\/a><div class=\"va-p1-card-body\"><span class=\"va-p1-label\">S\u00e3o Miguel \u00b7 Places to visit<\/span><h3><a href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/sete-cidades-azores\/\">Sete Cidades Azores<\/a><\/h3><p>Sete Cidades Azores: this guide explains the volcanic lakes, main viewpoints, best routes and practical tips for visiting S\u00e3o Miguel\u2019s most famous landscape. Sete\u2026<\/p><a class=\"va-p1-read\" aria-label=\"Read guide: Sete Cidades Azores\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/sete-cidades-azores\/\">Choose places to visit<span aria-hidden=\"true\"> \u2192<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/article><article class=\"va-p1-card\" data-post-id=\"3492\" data-island=\"graciosa\" data-topic=\"thermal\" data-search=\"Termas do Carapacho: Graciosa Hot Springs Guide termas-do-carapacho-graciosa Graciosa \u00b7 Hot springs\"><a class=\"va-p1-image\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/termas-do-carapacho-graciosa\/\" aria-label=\"Termas do Carapacho: Graciosa Hot Springs Guide\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/carapacho-1024x768.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"Carapacho thermal baths beside the sea on Graciosa Island, Azores\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, (max-width: 950px) 50vw, 380px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/carapacho-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/carapacho-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/carapacho-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/carapacho-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/carapacho.jpg 1920w\" \/><\/a><div class=\"va-p1-card-body\"><span class=\"va-p1-label\">Graciosa \u00b7 Hot springs<\/span><h3><a href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/termas-do-carapacho-graciosa\/\">Termas do Carapacho: Graciosa Hot Springs Guide<\/a><\/h3><p>Termas do Carapacho occupy a corner where Graciosa seems to end directly in the Atlantic. There is none of Furnas\u2019s bustle here: only open\u2026<\/p><a class=\"va-p1-read\" aria-label=\"Read guide: Termas do Carapacho: Graciosa Hot Springs Guide\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/termas-do-carapacho-graciosa\/\">Plan your hot spring visit<span aria-hidden=\"true\"> \u2192<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/article><article class=\"va-p1-card\" data-post-id=\"3483\" data-island=\"sao-miguel\" data-topic=\"thermal\" data-search=\"Terra Nostra Hot Springs: Pool, Tickets and Garden terra-nostra-hot-springs S\u00e3o Miguel \u00b7 Hot springs San Miguel\"><a class=\"va-p1-image\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/terra-nostra-hot-springs\/\" aria-label=\"Terra Nostra Hot Springs: Pool, Tickets and Garden\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"685\" src=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/terra-nostra-1024x685.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"Terra Nostra iron-rich thermal pool in Furnas on S\u00e3o Miguel Island, Azores\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, (max-width: 950px) 50vw, 380px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/terra-nostra-1024x685.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/terra-nostra-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/terra-nostra-768x514.jpg 768w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/terra-nostra-1536x1028.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/terra-nostra.jpg 1920w\" \/><\/a><div class=\"va-p1-card-body\"><span class=\"va-p1-label\">S\u00e3o Miguel \u00b7 Hot springs<\/span><h3><a href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/terra-nostra-hot-springs\/\">Terra Nostra Hot Springs: Pool, Tickets and Garden<\/a><\/h3><p>Terra Nostra hot springs are more than a place to bathe: they are a vast iron-coloured pool hidden among century-old trees. The contrast between\u2026<\/p><a class=\"va-p1-read\" aria-label=\"Read guide: Terra Nostra Hot Springs: Pool, Tickets and Garden\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/terra-nostra-hot-springs\/\">Plan your hot spring visit<span aria-hidden=\"true\"> \u2192<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/article><article class=\"va-p1-card\" data-post-id=\"3118\" data-island=\"general\" data-topic=\"routes\" data-search=\"The Azores Without a Car in 5-7 Days: Practical Guide the-azores-without-a-car-where-to-stay-and-how-to-plan-5-7-days Itineraries and car-free trips\"><a class=\"va-p1-image\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/the-azores-without-a-car-where-to-stay-and-how-to-plan-5-7-days\/\" aria-label=\"The Azores Without a Car in 5-7 Days: Practical Guide\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/azores-flores-ribeira-grande-1024x576.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"Waterfalls descending a green cliff on Flores Island, Azores\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, (max-width: 950px) 50vw, 380px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/azores-flores-ribeira-grande-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/azores-flores-ribeira-grande-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/azores-flores-ribeira-grande-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/azores-flores-ribeira-grande.jpg 1280w\" \/><\/a><div class=\"va-p1-card-body\"><span class=\"va-p1-label\">Itineraries and car-free trips<\/span><h3><a href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/the-azores-without-a-car-where-to-stay-and-how-to-plan-5-7-days\/\">The Azores Without a Car in 5-7 Days: Practical Guide<\/a><\/h3><p>You can visit the Azores without driving, but it does not work in exactly the same way on every island. The key is choosing\u2026<\/p><a class=\"va-p1-read\" aria-label=\"Read guide: The Azores Without a Car in 5-7 Days: Practical Guide\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/the-azores-without-a-car-where-to-stay-and-how-to-plan-5-7-days\/\">Choose an itinerary<span aria-hidden=\"true\"> \u2192<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/article><article class=\"va-p1-card\" data-post-id=\"2349\" data-island=\"santa-maria\" data-topic=\"places\" data-search=\"Things to Do in Santa Maria Azores things-to-do-in-santa-maria-azores Santa Maria \u00b7 Places to visit\"><a class=\"va-p1-image\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/things-to-do-in-santa-maria-azores\/\" aria-label=\"Things to Do in Santa Maria Azores\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/azores-4466910_1280-1024x576.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"Praia Formosa on Santa Maria, the Azores&#039; largest golden-sand beach\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, (max-width: 950px) 50vw, 380px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/azores-4466910_1280-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/azores-4466910_1280-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/azores-4466910_1280-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/azores-4466910_1280.jpg 1280w\" \/><\/a><div class=\"va-p1-card-body\"><span class=\"va-p1-label\">Santa Maria \u00b7 Places to visit<\/span><h3><a href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/things-to-do-in-santa-maria-azores\/\">Things to Do in Santa Maria Azores<\/a><\/h3><p>Things to Do in Santa Maria Azores: best beaches, Vila do Porto, S\u00e3o Louren\u00e7o, viewpoints, short routes and practical ideas for planning time on\u2026<\/p><a class=\"va-p1-read\" aria-label=\"Read guide: Things to Do in Santa Maria Azores\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/things-to-do-in-santa-maria-azores\/\">Choose places to visit<span aria-hidden=\"true\"> \u2192<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/article><article class=\"va-p1-card\" data-post-id=\"2658\" data-island=\"terceira\" data-topic=\"places\" data-search=\"Things to Do in Terceira, Azores: Angra, Volcanoes and Coastal Pools things-to-do-in-terceira-azores Terceira \u00b7 Places to visit\"><a class=\"va-p1-image\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/things-to-do-in-terceira-azores\/\" aria-label=\"Things to Do in Terceira, Azores: Angra, Volcanoes and Coastal Pools\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"478\" src=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/miradouro_serra_cume_isla-terceira-1024x478.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"View from Serra do Cume over volcanic farmland on Terceira, Azores\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, (max-width: 950px) 50vw, 380px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/miradouro_serra_cume_isla-terceira-1024x478.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/miradouro_serra_cume_isla-terceira-300x140.jpg 300w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/miradouro_serra_cume_isla-terceira-768x358.jpg 768w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/miradouro_serra_cume_isla-terceira-1536x717.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/miradouro_serra_cume_isla-terceira.jpg 1800w\" \/><\/a><div class=\"va-p1-card-body\"><span class=\"va-p1-label\">Terceira \u00b7 Places to visit<\/span><h3><a href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/things-to-do-in-terceira-azores\/\">Things to Do in Terceira, Azores: Angra, Volcanoes and Coastal Pools<\/a><\/h3><p>Things to do in Terceira Azores: this guide brings together Angra do Hero\u00edsmo, volcanic caves, coastal pools, viewpoints, food stops and practical route ideas.\u2026<\/p><a class=\"va-p1-read\" aria-label=\"Read guide: Things to Do in Terceira, Azores: Angra, Volcanoes and Coastal Pools\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/things-to-do-in-terceira-azores\/\">Choose places to visit<span aria-hidden=\"true\"> \u2192<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/article><article class=\"va-p1-card\" data-post-id=\"2484\" data-island=\"general\" data-topic=\"islands\" data-search=\"Visit Azores Islands visit-azores-islands Island guides\"><a class=\"va-p1-image\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/visit-azores-islands\/\" aria-label=\"Visit Azores Islands\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Lago-de-sete-cidades-San-Miguel-1024x683.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"Azores Sao Miguel, Miradouro da Vista do Rei, Sete Cidades\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, (max-width: 950px) 50vw, 380px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Lago-de-sete-cidades-San-Miguel-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Lago-de-sete-cidades-San-Miguel-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Lago-de-sete-cidades-San-Miguel-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Lago-de-sete-cidades-San-Miguel.jpg 1200w\" \/><\/a><div class=\"va-p1-card-body\"><span class=\"va-p1-label\">Island guides<\/span><h3><a href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/visit-azores-islands\/\">Visit Azores Islands<\/a><\/h3><p>Visit Azores Islands: overview of the nine islands, island groups, routes, where to stay, transport and practical advice for planning the trip. Visit the\u2026<\/p><a class=\"va-p1-read\" aria-label=\"Read guide: Visit Azores Islands\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/visit-azores-islands\/\">Explore the island<span aria-hidden=\"true\"> \u2192<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/article><article class=\"va-p1-card\" data-post-id=\"2438\" data-island=\"corvo\" data-topic=\"islands\" data-search=\"Visit Corvo Azores: complete travel guide visit-corvo-azores Corvo \u00b7 Island guides\"><a class=\"va-p1-image\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/visit-corvo-azores\/\" aria-label=\"Visit Corvo Azores\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"796\" src=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/isla-do-corvo-dron-caldeirao-1024x796-1.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"Aerial view of the Caldeir\u00e3o crater on Corvo Island, Azores\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, (max-width: 950px) 50vw, 380px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/isla-do-corvo-dron-caldeirao-1024x796-1.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/isla-do-corvo-dron-caldeirao-1024x796-1-300x233.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/isla-do-corvo-dron-caldeirao-1024x796-1-768x597.jpeg 768w\" \/><\/a><div class=\"va-p1-card-body\"><span class=\"va-p1-label\">Corvo \u00b7 Island guides<\/span><h3><a href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/visit-corvo-azores\/\">Visit Corvo Azores<\/a><\/h3><p>Visit Corvo Azores: Vila do Corvo, Caldeir\u00e3o, boat logistics, viewpoints, where to stay and practical tips for the smallest Azores island. Everything you need\u2026<\/p><a class=\"va-p1-read\" aria-label=\"Read guide: Visit Corvo Azores: complete travel guide\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/visit-corvo-azores\/\">Explore the island<span aria-hidden=\"true\"> \u2192<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/article><article class=\"va-p1-card\" data-post-id=\"2560\" data-island=\"faial\" data-topic=\"islands\" data-search=\"Visit Faial Azores visit-faial-azores Faial \u00b7 Island guides\"><a class=\"va-p1-image\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/visit-faial-azores\/\" aria-label=\"Visit Faial Azores\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/faial-9982354_1280-1024x682.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"Aerial view of Horta on Faial Island, Azores\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, (max-width: 950px) 50vw, 380px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/faial-9982354_1280-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/faial-9982354_1280-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/faial-9982354_1280-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/faial-9982354_1280.jpg 1280w\" \/><\/a><div class=\"va-p1-card-body\"><span class=\"va-p1-label\">Faial \u00b7 Island guides<\/span><h3><a href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/visit-faial-azores\/\">Visit Faial Azores<\/a><\/h3><p>Visit Faial Azores: Horta, Capelinhos volcano, Caldeira, viewpoints, where to stay and practical tips for planning the island. Visit Faial Azores if you want\u2026<\/p><a class=\"va-p1-read\" aria-label=\"Read guide: Visit Faial Azores\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/visit-faial-azores\/\">Explore the island<span aria-hidden=\"true\"> \u2192<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/article><article class=\"va-p1-card\" data-post-id=\"2473\" data-island=\"flores\" data-topic=\"islands\" data-search=\"Visit Flores Azores visit-flores-azores Flores \u00b7 Island guides\"><a class=\"va-p1-image\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/visit-flores-azores\/\" aria-label=\"Visit Flores Azores\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/poco-do-bacalhau-cascada-flores-azores-683x1024.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"Po\u00e7o do Bacalhau waterfall in Faj\u00e3 Grande on Flores Island, Azores\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, (max-width: 950px) 50vw, 380px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/poco-do-bacalhau-cascada-flores-azores-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/poco-do-bacalhau-cascada-flores-azores-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/poco-do-bacalhau-cascada-flores-azores-768x1151.jpg 768w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/poco-do-bacalhau-cascada-flores-azores-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/poco-do-bacalhau-cascada-flores-azores.jpg 1280w\" \/><\/a><div class=\"va-p1-card-body\"><span class=\"va-p1-label\">Flores \u00b7 Island guides<\/span><h3><a href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/visit-flores-azores\/\">Visit Flores Azores<\/a><\/h3><p>Visit Flores Azores: waterfalls, lakes, viewpoints, villages, hiking ideas and practical tips for planning the western island. Visit Flores Azores if you want waterfalls,\u2026<\/p><a class=\"va-p1-read\" aria-label=\"Read guide: Visit Flores Azores\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/visit-flores-azores\/\">Explore the island<span aria-hidden=\"true\"> \u2192<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/article><article class=\"va-p1-card\" data-post-id=\"2448\" data-island=\"graciosa\" data-topic=\"islands\" data-search=\"Visit Graciosa Azores: complete island guide visit-graciosa-azores Graciosa \u00b7 Island guides\"><a class=\"va-p1-image\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/visit-graciosa-azores\/\" aria-label=\"Visit Graciosa Azores\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"681\" src=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/santa-cruz-visitar-isla-graciosa-1024x681.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"Santa Cruz da Graciosa on Graciosa Island, Azores\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, (max-width: 950px) 50vw, 380px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/santa-cruz-visitar-isla-graciosa-1024x681.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/santa-cruz-visitar-isla-graciosa-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/santa-cruz-visitar-isla-graciosa-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/santa-cruz-visitar-isla-graciosa.jpg 1300w\" \/><\/a><div class=\"va-p1-card-body\"><span class=\"va-p1-label\">Graciosa \u00b7 Island guides<\/span><h3><a href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/visit-graciosa-azores\/\">Visit Graciosa Azores<\/a><\/h3><p>Visit Graciosa Azores: what to see, where to stay, how to move around and practical tips for planning a quiet island trip. Visiting Graciosa\u2026<\/p><a class=\"va-p1-read\" aria-label=\"Read guide: Visit Graciosa Azores: complete island guide\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/visit-graciosa-azores\/\">Explore the island<span aria-hidden=\"true\"> \u2192<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/article><article class=\"va-p1-card\" data-post-id=\"2550\" data-island=\"pico\" data-topic=\"islands\" data-search=\"Visit Pico Azores visit-pico-azores Pico \u00b7 Island guides\"><a class=\"va-p1-image\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/visit-pico-azores\/\" aria-label=\"Visit Pico Azores\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"681\" src=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Igreja-Santa-Maria-Madalena-pico-1024x681.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"Facade of the Church of Santa Maria Madalena in the capital of Pico Island, Azores\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, (max-width: 950px) 50vw, 380px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Igreja-Santa-Maria-Madalena-pico-1024x681.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Igreja-Santa-Maria-Madalena-pico-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Igreja-Santa-Maria-Madalena-pico-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Igreja-Santa-Maria-Madalena-pico.jpg 1300w\" \/><\/a><div class=\"va-p1-card-body\"><span class=\"va-p1-label\">Pico \u00b7 Island guides<\/span><h3><a href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/visit-pico-azores\/\">Visit Pico Azores<\/a><\/h3><p>Visiting Pico Island in the Azores: climbing Portugal\u2019s highest volcano, UNESCO World Heritage vineyards, and whale watching. Everything you need to know about tourism\u2026<\/p><a class=\"va-p1-read\" aria-label=\"Read guide: Visit Pico Azores\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/visit-pico-azores\/\">Explore the island<span aria-hidden=\"true\"> \u2192<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/article><article class=\"va-p1-card\" data-post-id=\"2457\" data-island=\"santa-maria\" data-topic=\"islands\" data-search=\"Visit Santa Maria Azores visit-santa-maria-azores Santa Maria \u00b7 Island guides\"><a class=\"va-p1-image\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/visit-santa-maria-azores\/\" aria-label=\"Visit Santa Maria Azores\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/santa-maria-azores-playa-1024x682.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"Ponta do Castelo lighthouse on Santa Maria Island, Azores\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, (max-width: 950px) 50vw, 380px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/santa-maria-azores-playa-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/santa-maria-azores-playa-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/santa-maria-azores-playa-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/santa-maria-azores-playa.jpg 1280w\" \/><\/a><div class=\"va-p1-card-body\"><span class=\"va-p1-label\">Santa Maria \u00b7 Island guides<\/span><h3><a href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/visit-santa-maria-azores\/\">Visit Santa Maria Azores<\/a><\/h3><p>Visit Santa Maria Azores: Praia Formosa, S\u00e3o Louren\u00e7o, Vila do Porto, viewpoints, beaches and practical planning tips for the island. Visit Santa Maria Azores\u2026<\/p><a class=\"va-p1-read\" aria-label=\"Read guide: Visit Santa Maria Azores\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/visit-santa-maria-azores\/\">Explore the island<span aria-hidden=\"true\"> \u2192<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/article><article class=\"va-p1-card\" data-post-id=\"2478\" data-island=\"sao-jorge\" data-topic=\"islands\" data-search=\"Visit Sao Jorge Azores visit-sao-jorge-azores S\u00e3o Jorge \u00b7 Island guides\"><a class=\"va-p1-image\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/visit-sao-jorge-azores\/\" aria-label=\"Visit Sao Jorge Azores\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/nature-3538521_1280-1024x682.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"Waterfall and green valley in a coastal faj\u00e3 on S\u00e3o Jorge, Azores\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, (max-width: 950px) 50vw, 380px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/nature-3538521_1280-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/nature-3538521_1280-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/nature-3538521_1280-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/nature-3538521_1280.jpg 1280w\" \/><\/a><div class=\"va-p1-card-body\"><span class=\"va-p1-label\">S\u00e3o Jorge \u00b7 Island guides<\/span><h3><a href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/visit-sao-jorge-azores\/\">Visit Sao Jorge Azores<\/a><\/h3><p>Visit Sao Jorge Azores: faj\u00e3s, cliffs, Velas, cheese, viewpoints, hiking ideas and practical tips for planning the island. Visit Sao Jorge Azores if you\u2026<\/p><a class=\"va-p1-read\" aria-label=\"Read guide: Visit Sao Jorge Azores\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/visit-sao-jorge-azores\/\">Explore the island<span aria-hidden=\"true\"> \u2192<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/article><article class=\"va-p1-card\" data-post-id=\"2517\" data-island=\"sao-miguel\" data-topic=\"islands\" data-search=\"Visit Sao Miguel Azores visit-sao-miguel-azores S\u00e3o Miguel \u00b7 Island guides San Miguel\"><a class=\"va-p1-image\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/visit-sao-miguel-azores\/\" aria-label=\"Visit Sao Miguel Azores\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"681\" src=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/sete-cidades-volcan-sao-miguel-azores-1024x681.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"Sete Cidades volcanic landscape at sunset on S\u00e3o Miguel, Azores\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, (max-width: 950px) 50vw, 380px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/sete-cidades-volcan-sao-miguel-azores-1024x681.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/sete-cidades-volcan-sao-miguel-azores-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/sete-cidades-volcan-sao-miguel-azores-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/sete-cidades-volcan-sao-miguel-azores.jpg 1280w\" \/><\/a><div class=\"va-p1-card-body\"><span class=\"va-p1-label\">S\u00e3o Miguel \u00b7 Island guides<\/span><h3><a href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/visit-sao-miguel-azores\/\">Visit Sao Miguel Azores<\/a><\/h3><p>Visit Sao Miguel Azores: Sete Cidades, Furnas, Lagoa do Fogo, coast, viewpoints, where to stay and route ideas for a first visit. Visit Sao\u2026<\/p><a class=\"va-p1-read\" aria-label=\"Read guide: Visit Sao Miguel Azores\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/visit-sao-miguel-azores\/\">Explore the island<span aria-hidden=\"true\"> \u2192<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/article><article class=\"va-p1-card\" data-post-id=\"2531\" data-island=\"terceira\" data-topic=\"islands\" data-search=\"Visit Terceira Azores visit-terceira-azores Terceira \u00b7 Island guides\"><a class=\"va-p1-image\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/visit-terceira-azores\/\" aria-label=\"Visit Terceira Azores\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"885\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/algar-do-carvao-interior-terceira-azores-885x1024.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"Interior of the Algar do Carv\u00e3o volcanic cave on Terceira Island, Azores\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, (max-width: 950px) 50vw, 380px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/algar-do-carvao-interior-terceira-azores-885x1024.jpg 885w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/algar-do-carvao-interior-terceira-azores-259x300.jpg 259w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/algar-do-carvao-interior-terceira-azores-768x889.jpg 768w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/algar-do-carvao-interior-terceira-azores.jpg 960w\" \/><\/a><div class=\"va-p1-card-body\"><span class=\"va-p1-label\">Terceira \u00b7 Island guides<\/span><h3><a href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/visit-terceira-azores\/\">Visit Terceira Azores<\/a><\/h3><p>Visit Terceira Azores: Angra do Hero\u00edsmo, volcanic caves, coastal pools, viewpoints, food stops and practical route ideas for the island. Visit Terceira Azores if\u2026<\/p><a class=\"va-p1-read\" aria-label=\"Read guide: Visit Terceira Azores\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/visit-terceira-azores\/\">Explore the island<span aria-hidden=\"true\"> \u2192<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/article><article class=\"va-p1-card\" data-post-id=\"1972\" data-island=\"pico\" data-topic=\"whales\" data-search=\"Whale Watching in Pico (Azores): Complete Guide whale-watching-pico-azores Pico \u00b7 Whales and dolphins\"><a class=\"va-p1-image\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/whale-watching-pico-azores\/\" aria-label=\"Whale Watching in Pico (Azores): Complete Guide\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/ballena-jorobada-azores-atlantico-1024x682.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"Whale watching off Pico Island, with a sperm whale surfacing in the Atlantic\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, (max-width: 950px) 50vw, 380px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/ballena-jorobada-azores-atlantico-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/ballena-jorobada-azores-atlantico-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/ballena-jorobada-azores-atlantico-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/ballena-jorobada-azores-atlantico.jpg 1280w\" \/><\/a><div class=\"va-p1-card-body\"><span class=\"va-p1-label\">Pico \u00b7 Whales and dolphins<\/span><h3><a href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/whale-watching-pico-azores\/\">Whale Watching in Pico (Azores): Complete Guide<\/a><\/h3><p>Whale watching Pico: this guide explains the best season, departure areas, species, sea conditions and what to book before planning a trip around Pico\u2026<\/p><a class=\"va-p1-read\" aria-label=\"Read guide: Whale Watching in Pico (Azores): Complete Guide\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/whale-watching-pico-azores\/\">Plan a whale-watching trip<span aria-hidden=\"true\"> \u2192<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/article><article class=\"va-p1-card\" data-post-id=\"4691\" data-island=\"general\" data-topic=\"whales\" data-search=\"Whale watching in the Azores: species and seasons whale-watching-azores Whales and dolphins\"><a class=\"va-p1-image\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/whale-watching-azores\/\" aria-label=\"Whale watching in the Azores: species and seasons\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/whale-watching-boats-sao-miguel-1024x683.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"Two whale-watching boats off S\u00e3o Miguel, Azores\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, (max-width: 950px) 50vw, 380px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/whale-watching-boats-sao-miguel-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/whale-watching-boats-sao-miguel-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/whale-watching-boats-sao-miguel-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/whale-watching-boats-sao-miguel-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/whale-watching-boats-sao-miguel.webp 1920w\" \/><\/a><div class=\"va-p1-card-body\"><span class=\"va-p1-label\">Whales and dolphins<\/span><h3><a href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/whale-watching-azores\/\">Whale watching in the Azores: species and seasons<\/a><\/h3><p>Whale watching in the Azores: compare species, seasons, departure islands and practical advice for a responsible trip.<\/p><a class=\"va-p1-read\" aria-label=\"Read guide: Whale watching in the Azores: species and seasons\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/whale-watching-azores\/\">Plan a whale-watching trip<span aria-hidden=\"true\"> \u2192<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/article><article class=\"va-p1-card\" data-post-id=\"4891\" data-island=\"general\" data-topic=\"practical\" data-search=\"What to do in the Azores when it rains or gets foggy: ideas by island azores-rainy-day-activities Practical advice\"><a class=\"va-p1-image\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/azores-rainy-day-activities\/\" aria-label=\"What to do in the Azores when it rains or gets foggy: ideas by island\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/sete-cidades-sao-miguel-night-fog-1-1024x683.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"Night-time fog over Sete Cidades under moonlight, S\u00e3o Miguel\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, (max-width: 950px) 50vw, 380px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/sete-cidades-sao-miguel-night-fog-1-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/sete-cidades-sao-miguel-night-fog-1-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/sete-cidades-sao-miguel-night-fog-1-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/sete-cidades-sao-miguel-night-fog-1-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/sete-cidades-sao-miguel-night-fog-1.webp 1600w\" \/><\/a><div class=\"va-p1-card-body\"><span class=\"va-p1-label\">Practical advice<\/span><h3><a href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/azores-rainy-day-activities\/\">What to do in the Azores when it rains or gets foggy: ideas by island<\/a><\/h3><p>What to do in the Azores when it rains or gets foggy: museums, cultural visits and backup plans by island, with opening and safety\u2026<\/p><a class=\"va-p1-read\" aria-label=\"Read guide: What to do in the Azores when it rains or gets foggy: ideas by island\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/azores-rainy-day-activities\/\">Read this guide<span aria-hidden=\"true\"> \u2192<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/article><article class=\"va-p1-card\" data-post-id=\"4883\" data-island=\"faial\" data-topic=\"stay\" data-search=\"Where to stay in Faial: Horta, Porto Pim, Almoxarife and rural areas where-to-stay-faial-azores Faial \u00b7 Accommodation\"><a class=\"va-p1-image\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/where-to-stay-faial-azores\/\" aria-label=\"Where to stay in Faial: Horta, Porto Pim, Almoxarife and rural areas\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"685\" src=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/horta-faial-view-monte-da-guia-1-1024x685.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"Horta and its bay viewed from Monte da Guia, Faial\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, (max-width: 950px) 50vw, 380px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/horta-faial-view-monte-da-guia-1-1024x685.webp 1024w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/horta-faial-view-monte-da-guia-1-300x201.webp 300w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/horta-faial-view-monte-da-guia-1-768x514.webp 768w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/horta-faial-view-monte-da-guia-1-1536x1028.webp 1536w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/horta-faial-view-monte-da-guia-1.webp 1600w\" \/><\/a><div class=\"va-p1-card-body\"><span class=\"va-p1-label\">Faial \u00b7 Accommodation<\/span><h3><a href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/where-to-stay-faial-azores\/\">Where to stay in Faial: Horta, Porto Pim, Almoxarife and rural areas<\/a><\/h3><p>Where to stay in Faial: compare Horta, Porto Pim and rural areas, with hotels, apartments and practical advice for your island stay.<\/p><a class=\"va-p1-read\" aria-label=\"Read guide: Where to stay in Faial: Horta, Porto Pim, Almoxarife and rural areas\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/where-to-stay-faial-azores\/\">Choose where to stay<span aria-hidden=\"true\"> \u2192<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/article><article class=\"va-p1-card\" data-post-id=\"4875\" data-island=\"flores\" data-topic=\"stay\" data-search=\"Where to stay in Flores, Azores: Santa Cruz, Faj\u00e3 Grande or Lajes? where-to-stay-flores-azores Flores \u00b7 Accommodation\"><a class=\"va-p1-image\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/where-to-stay-flores-azores\/\" aria-label=\"Where to stay in Flores, Azores: Santa Cruz, Faj\u00e3 Grande or Lajes?\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/faja-grande-flores-village-coast-1-1024x683.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"Faj\u00e3 Grande village and western cliffs on Flores, Azores\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, (max-width: 950px) 50vw, 380px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/faja-grande-flores-village-coast-1-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/faja-grande-flores-village-coast-1-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/faja-grande-flores-village-coast-1-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/faja-grande-flores-village-coast-1-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/faja-grande-flores-village-coast-1.webp 1600w\" \/><\/a><div class=\"va-p1-card-body\"><span class=\"va-p1-label\">Flores \u00b7 Accommodation<\/span><h3><a href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/where-to-stay-flores-azores\/\">Where to stay in Flores, Azores: Santa Cruz, Faj\u00e3 Grande or Lajes?<\/a><\/h3><p>Where to stay in Flores, Azores: compare Santa Cruz, Faj\u00e3 Grande and Lajes, with practical accommodation options and transport advice.<\/p><a class=\"va-p1-read\" aria-label=\"Read guide: Where to stay in Flores, Azores: Santa Cruz, Faj\u00e3 Grande or Lajes?\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/where-to-stay-flores-azores\/\">Choose where to stay<span aria-hidden=\"true\"> \u2192<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/article><article class=\"va-p1-card\" data-post-id=\"4879\" data-island=\"pico\" data-topic=\"stay\" data-search=\"Where to stay in Pico, Azores: Madalena, S\u00e3o Roque or Lajes do Pico? where-to-stay-pico-azores Pico \u00b7 Accommodation\"><a class=\"va-p1-image\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/where-to-stay-pico-azores\/\" aria-label=\"Where to stay in Pico, Azores: Madalena, S\u00e3o Roque or Lajes do Pico?\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/madalena-pico-coastal-islets-1-1024x683.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"Ilh\u00e9us da Madalena off the coast of Pico island\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, (max-width: 950px) 50vw, 380px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/madalena-pico-coastal-islets-1-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/madalena-pico-coastal-islets-1-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/madalena-pico-coastal-islets-1-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/madalena-pico-coastal-islets-1-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/madalena-pico-coastal-islets-1.webp 1600w\" \/><\/a><div class=\"va-p1-card-body\"><span class=\"va-p1-label\">Pico \u00b7 Accommodation<\/span><h3><a href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/where-to-stay-pico-azores\/\">Where to stay in Pico, Azores: Madalena, S\u00e3o Roque or Lajes do Pico?<\/a><\/h3><p>Choose where to stay in Pico, Azores: compare Madalena, Lajes and S\u00e3o Roque, hotels and kitchen-based stays, with ferry and car advice.<\/p><a class=\"va-p1-read\" aria-label=\"Read guide: Where to stay in Pico, Azores: Madalena, S\u00e3o Roque or Lajes do Pico?\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/where-to-stay-pico-azores\/\">Choose where to stay<span aria-hidden=\"true\"> \u2192<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/article><article class=\"va-p1-card\" data-post-id=\"1979\" data-island=\"sao-miguel\" data-topic=\"stay\" data-search=\"Where to Stay in Sao Miguel (Azores): Best Areas and Hotels where-to-stay-sao-miguel-azores S\u00e3o Miguel \u00b7 Accommodation San Miguel\"><a class=\"va-p1-image\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/where-to-stay-sao-miguel-azores\/\" aria-label=\"Where to Stay in Sao Miguel (Azores): Best Areas and Hotels\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"680\" src=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Terra-Nostra-Garden-Hotel-Furnas-Exterior-1-scaled.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"Terra Nostra iron-rich thermal pool in Furnas on S\u00e3o Miguel Island, Azores\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, (max-width: 950px) 50vw, 380px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Terra-Nostra-Garden-Hotel-Furnas-Exterior-1-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Terra-Nostra-Garden-Hotel-Furnas-Exterior-1-300x199.jpg 300w\" \/><\/a><div class=\"va-p1-card-body\"><span class=\"va-p1-label\">S\u00e3o Miguel \u00b7 Accommodation<\/span><h3><a href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/where-to-stay-sao-miguel-azores\/\">Where to Stay in Sao Miguel (Azores): Best Areas and Hotels<\/a><\/h3><p>Choosing where to stay in Sao Miguel can change the whole rhythm of your trip. The island looks compact on the map, but its\u2026<\/p><a class=\"va-p1-read\" aria-label=\"Read guide: Where to Stay in Sao Miguel (Azores): Best Areas and Hotels\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/where-to-stay-sao-miguel-azores\/\">Choose where to stay<span aria-hidden=\"true\"> \u2192<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/article><article class=\"va-p1-card\" data-post-id=\"4834\" data-island=\"terceira\" data-topic=\"stay\" data-search=\"Where to stay in Terceira: Angra, Praia da Vit\u00f3ria and the right base for your trip where-to-stay-terceira-azores Terceira \u00b7 Accommodation\"><a class=\"va-p1-image\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/where-to-stay-terceira-azores\/\" aria-label=\"Where to stay in Terceira: Angra, Praia da Vit\u00f3ria and the right base for your trip\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"375\" src=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/angra-do-heroismo-terceira-gardens-view-1-1024x375.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"Angra historic rooftops seen from the gardens, Terceira\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, (max-width: 950px) 50vw, 380px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/angra-do-heroismo-terceira-gardens-view-1-1024x375.webp 1024w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/angra-do-heroismo-terceira-gardens-view-1-300x110.webp 300w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/angra-do-heroismo-terceira-gardens-view-1-768x281.webp 768w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/angra-do-heroismo-terceira-gardens-view-1-1536x563.webp 1536w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/angra-do-heroismo-terceira-gardens-view-1.webp 1600w\" \/><\/a><div class=\"va-p1-card-body\"><span class=\"va-p1-label\">Terceira \u00b7 Accommodation<\/span><h3><a href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/where-to-stay-terceira-azores\/\">Where to stay in Terceira: Angra, Praia da Vit\u00f3ria and the right base for your trip<\/a><\/h3><p>Where to stay in Terceira: compare Angra, Praia da Vit\u00f3ria and quieter areas, with hotels, private homes and practical booking advice.<\/p><a class=\"va-p1-read\" aria-label=\"Read guide: Where to stay in Terceira: Angra, Praia da Vit\u00f3ria and the right base for your trip\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/where-to-stay-terceira-azores\/\">Choose where to stay<span aria-hidden=\"true\"> \u2192<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/article><article class=\"va-p1-card\" data-post-id=\"4944\" data-island=\"corvo\" data-topic=\"stay\" data-search=\"Where to stay on Corvo: hotels and overnight stays where-to-stay-corvo-azores Corvo \u00b7 Accommodation\"><a class=\"va-p1-image\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/where-to-stay-corvo-azores\/\" aria-label=\"Where to stay on Corvo: hotels and overnight stays\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"678\" src=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/vila-do-corvo-village-accommodation-1024x678.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"Vila do Corvo houses beside the sea with Flores in the background\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, (max-width: 950px) 50vw, 380px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/vila-do-corvo-village-accommodation-1024x678.webp 1024w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/vila-do-corvo-village-accommodation-300x199.webp 300w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/vila-do-corvo-village-accommodation-768x509.webp 768w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/vila-do-corvo-village-accommodation-1536x1018.webp 1536w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/vila-do-corvo-village-accommodation.webp 1600w\" \/><\/a><div class=\"va-p1-card-body\"><span class=\"va-p1-label\">Corvo \u00b7 Accommodation<\/span><h3><a href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/where-to-stay-corvo-azores\/\">Where to stay on Corvo: hotels and overnight stays<\/a><\/h3><p>Where to stay on Corvo, Azores: compare a hotel and apartment in Vila do Corvo, one or two nights and transport planning for an\u2026<\/p><a class=\"va-p1-read\" aria-label=\"Read guide: Where to stay on Corvo: hotels and overnight stays\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/where-to-stay-corvo-azores\/\">Choose where to stay<span aria-hidden=\"true\"> \u2192<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/article><article class=\"va-p1-card\" data-post-id=\"4942\" data-island=\"graciosa\" data-topic=\"stay\" data-search=\"Where to stay on Graciosa, Azores: hotels and apartments where-to-stay-graciosa-azores Graciosa \u00b7 Accommodation\"><a class=\"va-p1-image\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/where-to-stay-graciosa-azores\/\" aria-label=\"Where to stay on Graciosa, Azores: hotels and apartments\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"502\" src=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/santa-cruz-graciosa-town-view-1024x502.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"Santa Cruz da Graciosa and its coastline seen from Monte da Ajuda\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, (max-width: 950px) 50vw, 380px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/santa-cruz-graciosa-town-view-1024x502.webp 1024w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/santa-cruz-graciosa-town-view-300x147.webp 300w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/santa-cruz-graciosa-town-view-768x376.webp 768w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/santa-cruz-graciosa-town-view-1536x753.webp 1536w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/santa-cruz-graciosa-town-view.webp 1600w\" \/><\/a><div class=\"va-p1-card-body\"><span class=\"va-p1-label\">Graciosa \u00b7 Accommodation<\/span><h3><a href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/where-to-stay-graciosa-azores\/\">Where to stay on Graciosa, Azores: hotels and apartments<\/a><\/h3><p>Where to stay on Graciosa, Azores: compare Santa Cruz, Praia and Carapacho, hotels and self-catering apartments, with practical booking advice.<\/p><a class=\"va-p1-read\" aria-label=\"Read guide: Where to stay on Graciosa, Azores: hotels and apartments\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/where-to-stay-graciosa-azores\/\">Choose where to stay<span aria-hidden=\"true\"> \u2192<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/article><article class=\"va-p1-card\" data-post-id=\"4940\" data-island=\"santa-maria\" data-topic=\"stay\" data-search=\"Where to stay on Santa Maria, Azores: hotels and homes where-to-stay-santa-maria-azores Santa Maria \u00b7 Accommodation\"><a class=\"va-p1-image\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/where-to-stay-santa-maria-azores\/\" aria-label=\"Where to stay on Santa Maria, Azores: hotels and homes\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/sao-lourenco-santa-maria-bay-stay-1024x768.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"S\u00e3o Louren\u00e7o bay with houses and green slopes beside the sea on Santa Maria\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, (max-width: 950px) 50vw, 380px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/sao-lourenco-santa-maria-bay-stay-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/sao-lourenco-santa-maria-bay-stay-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/sao-lourenco-santa-maria-bay-stay-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/sao-lourenco-santa-maria-bay-stay-1536x1152.webp 1536w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/sao-lourenco-santa-maria-bay-stay.webp 1600w\" \/><\/a><div class=\"va-p1-card-body\"><span class=\"va-p1-label\">Santa Maria \u00b7 Accommodation<\/span><h3><a href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/where-to-stay-santa-maria-azores\/\">Where to stay on Santa Maria, Azores: hotels and homes<\/a><\/h3><p>Where to stay on Santa Maria, Azores: compare Vila do Porto, Praia Formosa and rural homes, with hotel and self-catering options on Booking.<\/p><a class=\"va-p1-read\" aria-label=\"Read guide: Where to stay on Santa Maria, Azores: hotels and homes\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/where-to-stay-santa-maria-azores\/\">Choose where to stay<span aria-hidden=\"true\"> \u2192<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/article><article class=\"va-p1-card\" data-post-id=\"4938\" data-island=\"sao-jorge\" data-topic=\"stay\" data-search=\"Where to stay on S\u00e3o Jorge: Velas, Calheta and apartments where-to-stay-sao-jorge-azores S\u00e3o Jorge \u00b7 Accommodation\"><a class=\"va-p1-image\" href=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/en\/where-to-stay-sao-jorge-azores\/\" aria-label=\"Where to stay on S\u00e3o Jorge: Velas, Calheta and apartments\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"685\" src=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/velas-sao-jorge-colourful-town-street-1024x685.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"Colourful houses beside a street in Velas on S\u00e3o Jorge\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, (max-width: 950px) 50vw, 380px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/velas-sao-jorge-colourful-town-street-1024x685.webp 1024w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/velas-sao-jorge-colourful-town-street-300x201.webp 300w, https:\/\/visitarazores.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/velas-sao-jorge-colourful-town-street-768x514.webp 768w, 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