We spent three weeks on Pico island (Ilha do Pico) and visited Faial and São Miguel islands during our stay. Our video offers just a glimpse of what the Portuguese archipelago of the Azores has to offer its visitors!

When you think of vacationing on islands, places like the Caribbean, Hawaii, and Greece might come to mind first. However, we encourage you to consider the Azores, an almost untapped paradise, as your next destination. Each of the nine islands has something special to offer, making it a paradise for nature enthusiasts and adventure seekers alike. For more information, visit Azores.com.

Whether you're looking for adventure, relaxation, or both, the Azores islands have you covered! Here are just a few of the activities you can enjoy: summer festivals, concerts, hiking, climbing to the highest point in Portugal (2351 meters), delicious fresh seafood, meals cooked in volcanic soil, whale and dolphin watching, cave tours, wine tours, snorkeling and scuba diving, museums, hot springs and natural pools, golf, and so much more! We only experienced a handful of these activities, so we'll need to return very soon!

The Azores, a Portuguese archipelago in the North Atlantic Ocean, is located approximately 1,500 kilometers (930 miles) west of Lisbon and about 3,900 kilometers (2,400 miles) southeast of the east coast of North America. These volcanic islands feature rugged terrain, lush greenery, and a unique culture. The archipelago comprises nine major islands and eight smaller islets.

0:00 Flight from Toronto to Pico Island
2:01 Time to Party
3:26 Whale Boat Races
4:22 Lajes, Pico
7:58 Touring Pico Island
14:03 Faial Island
19:51 São Miguel Island
22:33 Around Town
23:33 Our Thoughts About the Azores Islands

Some of the places we visited and services we used during our stay, along with links for more information:
Azores Airlines:
Find the Best Airline Tickets | Azores Airlines SATA International
Atlânticoline Ferry Services:
Atlânticoline (atlanticoline.pt)
Fonte Tavern Restaurant:
Fonte Tavern | Petiscaria portuguesa açoriana com produtos frescos e locais
Whale Watching Aqua Açores:
Aqua Açores – Observação de Baleias e Golfinhos (aquaacores.pt)
Pico Museums:
Museu do Pico (azores.gov.pt)
Pico Island Caves Gruta das Torres:
Parques Naturais dos Açores (azores.gov.pt)
Peter Cafe Sport:
The Most Famous CafeBar of the Azores | Faial | Peter Cafe Sport
Faial Tour Azores Getaways:
Azores Getaways | Travel Deals to the Azores by Local Experts
Restaurante Genuíno:
Restaurante Genuíno (genuino.pt)

Equipment used to record our trip:
Video: Insta360 X3, Insta360 GO 3, DJI mini 3 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro and the iPhone 14 Pro
Audio: The RØDE Wireless GO II

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