Highlights, wonders and curiosities
Hiking in the Azores
There are 76 marked trails for hiking in the Azores, all of which can be traveled with variable lengths, in addition to 5 Grand Routes with circular or linear routes from 40 to 80 kilometers on five of the nine islands.
Animals and Plants in the Azores
The Azores Archipelago is one of the most remote island groups in the Atlantic Ocean and for this reason it is still home to a fair number of endemic species, both animal and vegetable. Animals and Plants in the Azores are a source of never ending wonder and surprise, especially for birdwatchers and lovers of whales and dolphins!
Fishing in the Azores
Premise: we don't like fishing, as we don't like hunting. Out of respect for a tradition of the Azores Islands, which has always based ...
Canoeing and Kayaking in the Azores
For those who love canoeing and kayaking there are countless possibilities on the Azores islands: these sports can be practiced both in fresh water (lakes / rivers / streams) and in the open sea.
There are countless possibilities for paddling and a long list of places where to do it
The Economy of the Azores
Although rapidly evolving, the economy of the Azores is still based today mainly on agriculture, livestock farming, fishing and more recently, tourism.
Surf in the Azores
Discover the Azores: A surfer's paradise with unique geography perfect for surf, bodyboard, SUP, and windsurf adventures across diverse island breaks.
Flores Island (the Pink Island)
Flores Island, Azores. Inhabited by roughly 4.000 people, it is the westernmost point of the European continent. It's 16.6 kilometers long and 12.2 kilometers at maximum width, with an area of 141.4 km2.
Whale Watching in the Azores
The archipelago of the Azores islands is today considered one of the most important whale sanctuaries in the world. Whale watching in the Azores gives you the chance of seeing over 24 species, including resident and migratory species: over a third of all the species existing in the world.
History of the Azores
Like almost all the remote and little-known islands of the world, the history of the Azores has also been associated with the mythical kingdom of Atlantis.
New Code-Share Agreement between Sata and Air France
Thanks to a code-share agreement between Air France and Sata Azores Airlines, customers of both airlines will be able to enjoy new travel opportunities to the Azores islands from January 27, 2020 starting from Paris-Charles de Gaulle via Lisbon and Porto (Portugal): Ponta Delgada, Terceira, Santa Maria, Horta and Pico.
Canyoning in the Azores
The Azores islands, being an archipelago located on the Middle Atlantic ridge made up of islands of volcanic origin, offer optimal conditions for canyoning. Streams, steep walls surrounding deep volcanic lakes, cliffs and much more.
Birdwatching in the Azores
The Azores islands are considered an ideal destination for bird watchers: the archipelago can count on about 400 species to observe, of which about thirty nesting in the area, including some extremely rare in the western Paleatric.
São Jorge Island (the Brown Island)
With 54 kilometers in length and 6.9 in maximum width, São Jorge Island , in the Azores, has a cigar-like shape and looks like a chain of volcanic reliefs stretched from North-east to South-east. Its total area of 243.9 km2 is inhabited by roughly 9,000 people.
NY Times Ranks Azores in Top 9 Global Spots for 2019
The Azores ranked 9th in New York Times' top destinations for 2019, praised for its green landscapes, volcanic craters, and natural hot springs.
A Taste of Azores Beauty
Mount Pico, the highest peak in Portugal, is situated in Pico Island, in the Azores Island. Being a high mountain (2345 mt) in the midd...
