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Couple at a viewpoint in São Miguel with a romantic view over a lagoon

São Miguel for couples: romantic travel ideas

Some destinations are visited. Others are truly felt. São Miguel belongs to the second kind. With misty lakes, dramatic cliffs and thermal waters hidden in nature, the island offers the perfect setting for a romantic escape. If you’re planning a...
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Common mistakes in São Miguel: what to avoid

Common mistakes when visiting São Miguel often come down to expectations and daily planning. Fitting in too many visits, overlooking changing weather or leaving important bookings until the last minute can make your trip more tiring than expected. The island...
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Car on a winding road in São Miguel with volcanic scenery and green vegetation in the background.
Car travelling along a winding road in São Miguel surrounded by the island's characteristic green landscape.

Driving in São Miguel: tips for exploring with confidence

Driving in São Miguel allows you to organise visits to different regions and choose where to stop, from the lakes of Sete Cidades to the villages and viewpoints of Nordeste. That independence is particularly useful when combining scattered attractions or...
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São Miguel or Terceira: which island should you choose for your Azores trip?

São Miguel or Terceira? If you are planning a trip to the Azores, these two islands may be among your first options. Both offer volcanic landscapes, regional food and time beside the Atlantic, but the mix of experiences is different....
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Visitor admiring a landscape in São Miguel beside a car.
Visitors aboard a boat during a whale and dolphin watching experience in the ocean off São Miguel.

Whale watching in São Miguel: how it works

Whale watching in São Miguel reveals a side of the island you cannot see from its viewpoints. Offshore, encounters with whales and dolphins happen in their natural habitat, between journeys across the ocean, periods of searching and moments when a...
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Getting around São Miguel: car hire, public transport and tours

Deciding how to get around São Miguel starts with the trip you want to take. Spending a few days in Ponta Delgada with one or two guided tours requires different planning from exploring several regions, walking trails and visiting attractions...
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Scenic road in São Miguel surrounded by green vegetation and overlooking the Atlantic Ocean.