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Guides, tips, and stories about the Azores

Azores Honeymoon Guide: Romantic Hotels, Spa Retreats and Best Islands for Couples

Azores Honeymoon Guide: Romantic Hotels, Spa Retreats and Best Islands for Couples

Discover why the Azores are one of Europe's most exclusive honeymoon destinations: boutique hotels with thermal spas, volcanic islands of rare beauty, and unique experiences for couples seeking authenticity and romance.

Ana Soares Ana Soares
16 Mar 2026
Azores Solo Travel Guide: Safety Tips, Best Hostels & Itineraries for Solo Travelers

Azores Solo Travel Guide: Safety Tips, Best Hostels & Itineraries for Solo Travelers

Everything you need to know to travel solo in the Azores: safety tips, the best hostels in the archipelago, 7 to 14-day itineraries, and the best places to meet other travelers.

Miguel Ferreira Miguel Ferreira
16 Mar 2026
São Miguel Road Trip Itinerary: 7 Days of Stops, Restaurants & Accommodation Tips
Sao Miguel

São Miguel Road Trip Itinerary: 7 Days of Stops, Restaurants & Accommodation Tips

Explore São Miguel at your own pace with this 7-day road trip guide: volcanic lakes, hot springs, tea plantations, food, and the best places to stay and eat.

João Pacheco João Pacheco
16 Mar 2026
Mountain Biking in the Azores: Guide to the Best Trails by Island

Mountain Biking in the Azores: Guide to the Best Trails by Island

From volcanic calderas to coastal fajãs, mountain biking trails in the Azores combine unique landscapes with adrenaline and wild nature across nine Atlantic islands.

João Pacheco João Pacheco
16 Mar 2026
Kayaking & Stand-Up Paddle in the Azores: Complete Water Sports Guide

Kayaking & Stand-Up Paddle in the Azores: Complete Water Sports Guide

Exploring sea caves, coastal fajãs and crater lakes by kayak or SUP is one of the most unforgettable experiences in the Azores. Discover the best spots by island.

João Pacheco João Pacheco
16 Mar 2026
Azores Fishing Guide: Big Game, Shore Fishing, Traditional Methods & Best Operators

Azores Fishing Guide: Big Game, Shore Fishing, Traditional Methods & Best Operators

Everything you need to know about fishing in the Azores: big game fishing for blue marlin and tuna, shore fishing on volcanic rocks, traditional methods, top operators and 2025–2026 prices.

Sofia Mendes Sofia Mendes
16 Mar 2026
Christmas & New Year in the Azores: Unique Traditions, Festivities and Celebrations

Christmas & New Year in the Azores: Unique Traditions, Festivities and Celebrations

Christmas and New Year in the Azores have a flavour all their own: giant nativity scenes, "Janeiras" sung door to door, salt cod at the table, and fireworks over the Atlantic.

João Pacheco João Pacheco
16 Mar 2026
Terceira Architecture: Churches, Manors and the UNESCO Heritage of Angra do Heroísmo
Terceira

Terceira Architecture: Churches, Manors and the UNESCO Heritage of Angra do Heroísmo

Angra do Heroísmo is the only UNESCO-listed city in the Azores. Discover its Baroque churches, noble manors, fortresses, and an architectural heritage unique in the Atlantic world.

João Pacheco João Pacheco
16 Mar 2026
Azores Nightlife & Entertainment Guide: Bars, Clubs and Night Activities by Island

Azores Nightlife & Entertainment Guide: Bars, Clubs and Night Activities by Island

From the legendary sailor bars of Horta to the clubs of Ponta Delgada, folk festivals, and open-air concerts, Azores nightlife has a character entirely its own.

João Pacheco João Pacheco
16 Mar 2026