Ponta Delgada is the largest city and administrative capital of the Autonomous Region of the Azores in Portugal. Located on Sao Miguel Island, its population is about 69,000. Founded in the 15th century, its scale is small and intimate. Here we stayed in a very nice hostel, which was an … Continue readingPonta Delgada
We have landed in a magical spot on Pico Island (near San Roque do Pico), way out in the country, overlooking the water and the island of São Jorge, with our own cows. Our lovely host Beatriz met us to show us around and left us … Continue readingSettling in on Pico Island
The day started as our Azores Air plane landed in Ponta Delgada in rain on a spectacular landing strip that runs right along the water. The island is a lush green, with palm trees, flowers, and vegetable gardens everywhere. We were through customs, had our … Continue readingA Warm Welcome in Vila Franca do Campo