Thinking of going hiking in the Azores? Good call — but don’t just lace up your boots and wing it.
The trails in the Azores are stunning, yes — volcanoes, waterfalls, ocean cliffs, you name it — but they can also be unpredictable, poorly marked, and seriously weather-dependent. In this guide, I’ll walk…
Things to do
You’re probably searching for the best things to do in the Azores — but here’s the catch: that''s the wrong way to go about your trip.
I will first show you why your planning should begin with choosing the right islands, then walk you through the top things to do in the Azores on…
Natural wonders in the Azores are everywhere you look — from steaming volcanic craters and jungle-covered hot springs to epic crater lakes, waterfalls, and underwater caves. But where do you even start? In this guide, I take you island by island through the most breathtaking places to hike, swim, soak, and just stand there in…
My favourite thing to do in the Azores (ok, besides going to Caldeira Velha's hot springs!) is to do a hiking trail. Therefore, I decided to list my 15 top trails in the Azores, which cover the islands I know best: São Miguel, Terceira, Pico, São Jorge, Flores and Corvo.
I didn't include Faial because…
Whale watching in the Azores is a must-do for nature lovers and adventure seekers.
Located along migratory routes, the Azores islands are a vital habitat for various whale and dolphin species, making it one of the best places to watch these majestic creatures.
In this article, we'll explore the best times to go whale watching,…
If there is one thing worth trying in the Azores is its unique cuisine, influenced by both traditional Portuguese food but also from the food and experiences that its sailors had all around the world, as well as by the ingredients provided by the Atlantic Ocean: its amazing seafood. Indeed, if you are a proper…
Even though I am not a huge beach fan, even I reckon that one of the best things to do in the Azores is to spend a day at one of their fabulous beaches. Therefore, I wrote this list of the best beaches in the Azores islands. Please note that this is not a list…

