This local dish joins vegetables with meat and a smoky touch of sulfur after being under the ground for five to seven hours. The same heat cooks the traditional Cozido dos Açores (Azorean stew) in the Furnas area. The iron-rich thermal springs provide warmth emanating from the island's inner depths. When visiting São Miguel, you can feel it on your skin. The volcanic nature of the Azores is the architect of its appeal and manifests in the dark heart of the stone used in the old buildings and the black sand of the beaches. The volcanic peaks in the Azores are the source of their incredible beauty © Marco Bottigelli / Getty Images See how volcanoes have shaped the islands’ landscape and history Being flexible with your itinerary is a good idea if you plan to visit more than one island in the Azores, especially in wintertime. You can also opt for SATA's Azores Air Pass, which allows travelers to visit up to three islands at a special rate.Īnother way to get around is by ferry – Atlanticoline links the Terceira, Graciosa, São Jorge, Pico, Faial, Flores and Corvo islands.īe advised that your plans may change by plane or boat, as the departure schedule can be disrupted by weather and ocean conditions. If you don't come from these destinations, the easiest way to get to the Azores is from Lisbon or Porto, on Portugal's mainland.įrom São Miguel, you can get internal flights with the local airline SATA to every island in the Azores. Terceira also welcomes international flights from the United States and Canada. The Ponta Delgada airport receives international flights from the United States, Canada, Spain, France, Cape Verde, Germany and Bermuda (seasonal). São Miguel is the largest island in the Azores and works as a hub to reach the other eight. However, keep in mind that specific temperatures can vary depending on the island and the time of day.Ĭrater lakes hint at the Azores' volcanic past © Vicky SP / Shutterstock Getting to the Azores In the summer, temperatures typically range from about 68☏ to 79☏ in the mid-seasons, they usually go from about 60☏ to 71☏, and during winter, from about 53☏ to 64☏. A raincoat in your backpack can become your best friend. You can wake up with sunshine and warm weather, only to take a hike up the mountain and get lower temperatures, rain, and even zero visibility.
Remember that the islands are set in the middle of the ocean and are more exposed to the winter storms that form in the Atlantic – this often affects crossings (and your plans!).Įither way, whenever you visit, prepare to face all four seasons in one day. If you're looking for a more relaxed and cheaper adventure, aim for the shoulder seasons, as winter can offer challenging weather. This, combined with tourism from other countries, makes it the busiest and more expensive season. In the summer, many visitors arrive from the mainland to enjoy the islands' beautiful scenery or visit relatives. The Azores islands are an all-year-round destination – the key considerations are what you want to do and your budget. What is the best time to go to the Azores? Scout new ways to explore the planet's wildest places with our weekly newsletter delivered to your inbox.
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