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Guides, tips, and stories about the Azores
Azores Car Rental Guide: Best Companies, Prices & Driving Tips
Complete guide to renting a car in the Azores: best local companies, seasonal prices, essential insurance advice, road conditions, and practical driving tips to explore the archipelago.
Sofia Mendes
Azores Packing List: What to Bring for Every Season
Discover what to pack for the Azores in every season: from the layering system and rain gear to hiking boots and photography equipment. The complete packing guide for the Atlantic archipelago.
Miguel Ferreira
Azores Carnival on Terceira Island: Complete Guide to Entrudo, Bailinhos & Traditional Dances
From Entrudo to Bailinhos and Sword Dances: discover why Terceira Island's Carnival is one of the world's greatest popular theatre traditions and how to experience it in 2026.
Ana Soares
Azores Stargazing Guide: Dark Sky Destinations, Milky Way Season & Best Spots
Discover the best stargazing spots in the Azores, from the Observatório Astronómico de Santana on São Miguel to Flores and Corvo, with a complete guide to Milky Way season and dark sky conditions.
João Pacheco
History of the Azores: From Discovery in 1427 to Modern Autonomy
Explore the complete history of the Azores: from the 1427 discovery by Diogo de Silves and Flemish colonisation to the whaling era on Pico Island and the achievement of political autonomy in 1976. Six centuries of Atlantic history.
Miguel Ferreira
Scuba Diving with Sharks in the Azores: Princess Alice Bank, Blue Sharks and Mako
Discover how to dive with blue sharks and mako sharks in the Azores. Complete guide to Princess Alice Bank, the best season (June to October), certified operators, and what to expect on this unique Atlantic experience.
Sofia Mendes
Azores Wellness & Spa Retreats: Thermal Pools, Yoga and Luxury Hotels on São Miguel
Discover the best wellness retreats in the Azores: from Furnas thermal springs and Terra Nostra Park to luxury spa hotels Octant Furnas and Terra Nostra Garden Hotel, plus yoga retreats beside São Miguel's volcanic lakes.
João Pacheco
Azores Trail Running: Best Events, Routes & Race Calendar 2026
From Ultra Blue Island on Faial to EPICX on São Miguel: a complete guide to Azores trail running events, best routes by island, elevation profiles, and the full 2026 race calendar.
Ana Soares
Accessible Azores: Complete Guide for Travelers with Disabilities
Practical guide to visiting the Azores with reduced mobility: adapted hotels, wheelchair-friendly attractions, inclusive tour operators, and essential tips for a barrier-free journey.
Sofia Mendes