Terceira, The Azores – Where to Stay, What to See & Where to Eat
Terceira is known as the ‘Lilac Island’ for its many hydrangeas, which turn lilac in colour due to the high iron ...
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Traditional Whale Hunting Became Whale Watching in Pico, The Azores
Whaling was a major source of income for Azoreans. Whalers used the traditional, 18th century hunting methods, using hand-thrown harpoons and ...
A Walking Tour of Angra du Heroísmo in the Azores
We arrive on the island of Terceira and set off straight away for a walking tour of the city of ...
Learning About the Art of Tea at Fábrica de Chá Gorrana, São Miguel
We arrive at the Chá Gorreana factory, which is located in Maia to the north of São Miguel island. Chá ...
Furnas, São Miguel – From Bubbling Hot Springs to Botanical Gardens
Furnas is a parish in the municipality of Povoaçao, located inland from the south-eastern coast of São Miguel. Furnas’ main ...