Azores Blog

10 Reasons to love the Azores

Sun, 05 Feb 2012 06:54:16 GMT

There isn't enough space on here to write all of the wonderful things about the azores. But here are just 10 that i can think of ... 1. The beautiful

Azores

Sun, 05 Feb 2012 06:46:14 GMT

Why do you love the Azores Islands

Sao Miguel Azores Beaches

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 03:33:39 GMT

Looking for Azores Beaches? Sao Miguel island has quite a few beaches that are great spots to swim in the summer and surf just about all year round. See some pictures here

O Avião, Rua Comandant Jaime Sousa nr 14, Ponta Delgada

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 23:32:58 GMT

Tucked away in a side street in the part of town housing many government departments but still close to the center, there's more to O Avião than meets

Azores Photos

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 03:13:13 GMT

The Azores Photos collection on Magical Azores Islands are from a variety of sources and is growing constantly. See why the Azores are such an enchanting place

Hildas Azores Photos

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 02:53:47 GMT

Hilda's Azores Photos - a sample of great pictures from Sao Miguel

Sao Miguel Azores

Sun, 15 Jan 2012 22:35:16 GMT

Sao Miguel Azores is the green island of the acores islands. It is the largest and most populous of the islands and highly recommended for first time visitors

Azores in February

Sun, 15 Jan 2012 22:31:19 GMT

Thinking about visiting the Azores in February? February 2012 is a great time to go ...

Pinhal da Paz

Fri, 13 Jan 2012 01:10:42 GMT

Pinhal da Paz Park, located in Faja da Cima on Sao Miguel Azores

Furnas Water Wheel

Tue, 10 Jan 2012 00:05:40 GMT

Hi Richard, Thanks for sharing that picture! Best Regards Rob Belchio

Azores Hiking

Sun, 08 Jan 2012 04:14:50 GMT

Azores Hiking is a great experience at any time of the year. The trails are set in scenic locations and are at all levels of difficulty.

Azores Hiking

Sun, 08 Jan 2012 04:10:06 GMT

Azores Hiking in Faial da Terra. The hike to Salto do Prego waterfall is highly recommended

Quinta Das Acacias

Sun, 08 Jan 2012 00:32:18 GMT

Quinta Das Acacias. An update on my number one recommendation for Accommodation in Azores on Sao Miguel

Accommodation in Azores

Sun, 08 Jan 2012 00:25:58 GMT

Accommodation in Azores. My number one recommendation on Sao Miguel Azores

Accommodation in Sao Miguel Azores

Fri, 16 Dec 2011 00:24:05 GMT

Picture taken at Quinta das Acacias - a highly recommended accommodation. Read more at: Accommodation in Azores

Magical Azores Islands

Fri, 16 Dec 2011 00:14:40 GMT

Discover the Azores Islands Magic. Azores Travel Tips from a family that has had many holidays to these wonderful, enchanting islands.

Vila Franca do Campo

Wed, 14 Dec 2011 04:19:24 GMT

Vila Franca do Campo was the capital of Sao Miguel until 1522 when it was destroyed by an Earthquake. Today it is a great place to visit with a beach, a great marina and a very nice town

Ribeira das Tainhas

Wed, 14 Dec 2011 04:15:03 GMT

Ribeira das Tainhas is located just west of Vila Franca do Campo in Sao Miguel Azores

Nossa Senhora da Paz

Wed, 14 Dec 2011 04:12:13 GMT

The Chapel of Nossa Senhora da Paz, located high on a hill above Vila Franca do Campo, offers wonderful views of this part of Sao Miguel Azores

Casa dos Arcos

Sun, 11 Dec 2011 19:31:22 GMT

Casa dos Arcos

Casa da Barca

Sun, 11 Dec 2011 19:20:39 GMT

Casa da Barca is conveniently located near the natural swimming pools in Barca Bay, in the town of Madelena

Os Salgueiros

Sun, 11 Dec 2011 19:11:24 GMT

Os Salgueiros, located in Faja Faial

Pico Azores Accommodations

Fri, 02 Dec 2011 01:13:00 GMT

Pico Azores Accommodations

Accommodation in Azores

Fri, 25 Nov 2011 01:24:37 GMT

A new recommendation for accommodation in Azores. This cottage in Faial is in a great spot near the beach and has waterfalls in view. It is a comfortable, secluded spot

Terceira Azores

Sun, 20 Nov 2011 20:50:46 GMT

Terceira Azores, the 3rd Azores Island, is a magical place to visit in the Azores Archipelago. There is much to experience including touring towns with 16th century architecture, caves, beaches &more

Raminho Terceira

Sun, 20 Nov 2011 20:43:07 GMT

Terceira has much to offer, including the scenic lookout in the town of Raminho

Terceira Azores Churches

Sun, 20 Nov 2011 20:39:54 GMT

The Terceira Azores churches are bright and attractive. See several pictures here

Biscoitos

Sun, 20 Nov 2011 20:35:18 GMT

Biscoitos is known for its vineyards and natural swimming pools. It is a pretty part of Terceira Azores

Best Time to Visit

Sat, 19 Nov 2011 14:30:49 GMT

I was on Terceira in 1978-1979 while in the Air Force and it has been my lifelong dream to return. (I am sure it has changed immensely!) When would be

Algar do Carvao

Wed, 16 Nov 2011 00:15:10 GMT

Algar do Carvao, located in the central portion of Terceira, is not a place for anyone with clausterphobia. It is worth a visit because you can go deep into an old cave formed by the volcanic activity

Angra do Heroismo

Wed, 16 Nov 2011 00:12:20 GMT

Angra do Heroismo is a beautiful city full of history. Unesco has recognized the city as a world heritage site and there is much to see

Praia da Vitoria

Wed, 16 Nov 2011 00:08:11 GMT

Praia da Vitoria, located in Terceira Azores, has the feel of an American seaside resort town, dropped into Europe

weather in April

Sat, 12 Nov 2011 03:04:37 GMT

would love to go to Azores on my wifes birthday but she is a girl from NY and enjoys beach and the sun and warm weather so I don't know whether I go

Countdown to departure...

Wed, 19 Oct 2011 00:52:11 GMT

We've visited before, but when we escape Toronto's 2012 winter, we'll be heading back to Ponta Delgada for two months - a dream come true! We've enjoyed

Our search for a more affordable holiday and our love for remote locations were perfect ingredients for a trip to the Azores.

Wed, 19 Oct 2011 00:45:31 GMT

The Azores have been on my wish list for years. The first time I read about this argipelago was probably in 2004 in a book called Top 100 Must See Places

Pizza Hut, Parque Atlantico, Ponta Delgada

Wed, 21 Sep 2011 01:57:50 GMT

Travelling to the Azores with kids? Chances are they love pizza. The best place I have found to go for pizza and please the kids is Pizza Hut. I typically

Restaurante Nacional in Ponta Delgada

Wed, 21 Sep 2011 01:56:56 GMT

Nacional Restaurant is a family favourite that we go to frequently. The service and food has always been excellent. I can't stress enough how friendly

Conves, Portas do Mar, Sao Miguel

Wed, 21 Sep 2011 01:02:14 GMT

I went to Conves restaurant twice on my last vacation to Sao Miguel Azores. The location on Portas do Mar (at the avenue in Ponta Delgada) is fantastic.

Casa de Pasto José do Rego

Wed, 21 Sep 2011 01:00:36 GMT

Casa de Pasto Jose do Rego has undergone renovations in the past two years and is more modern than some online pictures would suggest (no more wood finish

Azores Restaurants

Tue, 20 Sep 2011 23:48:15 GMT

Azores Restaurants reviewed. Share your favourite spots and read about other spots to check out

Life Threatening Food Allergies

Thu, 25 Aug 2011 23:56:16 GMT

We are planning a family vacation next summer to Sao Miguel my birthplace. Our son has life threatening food allergies to peanuts, nuts and shellfish

Faial ~ Where my heart lives.....

Mon, 15 Aug 2011 03:16:44 GMT

Ola, My name is Telma Maria. I was born in Horta, Faial. My parent's Immigrated to America in 1969. I have been there twice since we have moved here.

Electrical Plug Converters?

Fri, 12 Aug 2011 00:10:27 GMT

Hi Rob, Your website is the best!! My family is making its first trip all together to my in-laws homeland. There are 8 of us going in two weeks. So now

azores in January

Thu, 11 Aug 2011 23:38:34 GMT

we are looking for somewhere to go for a few weeks from early Jan. We never lie on beaches and are happiest when the road is less travelled and definitely

cruise all the islands?

Thu, 11 Aug 2011 23:26:16 GMT

Just found your sight and I really appreciate the info. We hope to return to the Acores next year but we wanted to see all the islands on a budget. Is

Stop over in Terceira for 7hrs...what is around the airport?

Sun, 07 Aug 2011 20:51:59 GMT

Hi, I have a very long stop over in Terceira and was wondering if there are any shops or malls near the airport that I can kill some time? Your suggestions

Catholic Churches--- Times for Masses

Sun, 07 Aug 2011 20:32:38 GMT

Where are the Catholic Churches located in Ponta Delgada, when we get off our Princess cruise ship Sunday in late October? Would you know the times of

Want to go home

Sun, 07 Aug 2011 19:28:25 GMT

i was born there i want to go back and live there the rest of my life me and my famliy but i dont no how to achieve this i havent seen terciera since 1968

Fantastic Island

Sun, 07 Aug 2011 19:16:32 GMT

I have visited Terciera this year. I have chance to visit all Island. We have stay in Monte Brasil Hotel and we rented car and visited all Island in every

U.S. Retiree looking for others considering relocation to the Azores. Anyone?

Thu, 28 Jul 2011 08:09:22 GMT

As a retired U.S. citizen with a genuine desire to live out my retired years surrounded by the glory of the Azores pristine, incredibly beautiful, natural