The Azores is known as the 'Hawaii of Europe'—with whale watching and dramatic volcanic scenery. There's a lot to love about Portugal's mainland. From the rolling green hills of the Douro Valley ...

Sete Cidades provides the best introduction to the Azores' breathtaking landscapes. Conveniently located on São Miguel, Sete Cidades is an area found northwest of Ponta Delgada that is composed ...

The best way to get around the Azores is by car. A rental car allows you travel with complete freedom, as buses around the islands can be unpredictable and cater more to locals than visitors.

The tricky part about the Azores is that it’s actually nine different islands. The easy part is that each island is small enough to navigate with relative ease. For a 5-day São Miguel itinerary ...