I love beaches as much as the next gal. So during my trip to the Azores islands, you know I had to seek out some of the best Azores beaches. These islands are a hidden gem for beach lovers.

You can't visit this island paradise without getting an eyeful of its incredible shorelines. The beaches here are unique in that, like many other natural attractions in the Azores, they feature ...

A stunning European archipelago is home to "dramatic landscapes" and scenic beauty - and its sunswept beaches aren't overrun ...

Here are five Azores island trails you may consider for your next hiking trip. Pico Island also hosts Portugal 's highest ...

But there's a lot more to the Azores than that ... an occasional dip in the Atlantic Ocean, Faial Island has one of the most beautiful beaches, Praia do Almoxarife. It's right across from ...

The island also features Praia do Porto Pim beach and Praia do Almoxarife beach (some of the few shorelines in the Azores made up of sand rather than rocky, volcanic terrain). Other geographic ...

Considered the westernmost point of Europe, an island located in the Azores archipelago is home ... and hiking enthusiasts with black sandy beaches and welcoming locals. Faial, in Portugal ...

Sardinia is home to some of Europe's most stunning beaches with crystal clear waters and white sands. The island is also ...

Portugal’s Azores Islands are one of the most remote and ... a charming coastal town known for its extensive sandy beach and inviting marina. It seemed like the perfect spot to grab a strong ...

Kerry Murray for The New York Times A view overlooking the northwest coast of São Miguel, the largest of the islands that make up the Azores archipelago. Kerry Murray for The New York Times Steam ...