The Azores is an archipelago composed of nine volcanic islands in the Macaronesia region of the North Atlantic Ocean. There are nine major Azorean islands and an islet cluster, in three main groups.

Set in the middle of the Atlantic halfway between the US and continental Portugal, the nine major Azores islands – São Miguel, Santa Maria, Terceira, Graciosa, São Jorge, Pico, Faial, Flores and Corvo – …

Apr 11, 2026 · Planning a trip to the Azores? A local Azorean shares 20 honest travel tips covering weather, logistics, food, packing, costs and island life. Read before you book.

The nine islands that make up the Azores are in fact the peaks of some of the world's tallest mountains, reaching from deep beneath the Atlantic. The once-uninhabited, volcanic archipelago now hosts …

It’s through nature that we care for what is most natural, right in the heart of the Atlantic. 9 naturally surprising islands, with hotels and restaurants in complete harmony with the environment. The no. 1 …

Apr 23, 2025 · Azores, Portugal’s autonomous archipelago in the mid-Atlantic, consists of nine volcanic islands spread across three groups. Located about 1,500 km from mainland Europe, these islands …

Nov 26, 2025 · If you’re craving an exotic getaway, this Azores travel guide is your gateway to the islands’ hidden gems with insider tips, things to do, and itineraries.

Dec 2, 2024 · The Azores are Portugal's most beautiful islands in the Atlantic Ocean. Here is a handy travel guide to get the most out of your visit to this paradise.

Mar 28, 2026 · Azores, archipelago and região autónoma (autonomous region) of Portugal. The chain lies in the North Atlantic Ocean roughly 1,000 miles (1,600 km) west of mainland Portugal. It includes …

Jan 16, 2022 · The Azores are a part of Portugal and are located 850 miles west of what the Portuguese call the “mainland”. Millions from all around the globe travel to the Azores every year to discover the …