Best restaurants in Terceira island

Unlike some other Azores islands (like Pico island), there are some pretty good restaurants in Terceira island, where you can find terrific local dishes like Alcatra. So if you’re a foodie and already read my guide on what to eat in the Azores, save this list of the best restaurants in Terceira island and plan…

BySara Riobom2023-03-100Comments

Faial

Best viewpoints in Faial island

In my opinion Faial is one of the most beautiful Azores islands, with plenty of amazing viewpoints for you to admire the endless views over the ocean, pastures and even over Pico mountain and São Jorge island. Find out what they are in this article, where you will find not only a list of the…

BySara Riobom2023-03-060Comments

Faial

Best things to do in Faial island

I remember first arriving in Faial island and thinking “this is such a tiny island, I’ll get bored in a second '' but it was soooooo far from the truth. The thing is that Faial, despite its size, is one of the most beautiful islands in the Azores, combining natural beauty with a vibrant bay…

BySara Riobom2023-03-060Comments

Faial

Best restaurants in Faial island

I know a lot of people will not like to read this, but here goes the truth: on Faial island there is no restaurant that is absolutely fantastic. In addition to that, as in all the Azores islands, restaurants are quite expensive when compared to continental Portugal (which is something I do not understand, because…

BySara Riobom2023-03-060Comments

Pico

Best restaurants in Pico island

Unlike Terceira and São Miguel islands, Pico island is not a proper foodie destination (I am sorry if this hurts someone's feelings, but it's the truth!). Nonetheless, you will still be able to taste great food if you follow my recommendations. With no further due, here is the list of the... Best restaurants in…

BySara Riobom2023-03-010Comments

Pico

Wine tasting in Pico island in the Azores

In my opinion, one of the most well kept secrets of Azores is its fantastic wine tastings in Pico island. Not even us, continental Portuguese, have ever heard about the Azorean wines and yet, they are making some of the best white wines in the country and visiting them is one of the best things…

BySara Riobom2023-03-010Comments

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São Miguel

Caldeira Velha hot springs in São Miguel island

Caldeira Velha is one of the best hot springs in São Miguel, and it is such a beautiful spot that it deserves a place on your to do list. In my opinion it is not nearly as good as Dona Beija's hot springs, specially if you decide to explore them on a Night-Time Experience with…

BySara Riobom2023-02-280Comments

São Miguel

The WORST hiking trails in São Miguel island

Being an avid hiker, if there is one thing that drives me on my nerves when I am traveling is to waste a whole day of my trip doing a bad hiking trail. You know what I mean: poorly signposted trails, with too many human constructions, stretches of tarred road or simply hiking trails where…

BySara Riobom2023-02-280Comments

São Miguel

Best hiking trails in São Miguel island

São Miguel island in the Azores has some fantastic hiking trails, and I have made a shortlist of the best ones. Read this list - but don't forget to also check my very Complete Guide to Hiking in the Azores: all you need to know. These are the best hiking trails in São Miguel…

BySara Riobom2023-02-220Comments

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