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Now is the time to visit the Azores! This archipelago of 9 islands in the Atlantic is one of Europe's secret gems. Here are things to know before you visit.

Discover the 20 Best Hidden Gems in Portugal. The Best Secret Destinations in Portugal, the Best Off the Beaten Path Places in Portugal await you. They are among the most beautiful villages of Portugal or among the most beautiful secret places of Portugal. Often hidden, little known to travellers, they are real jewels and well worth a visit.

Portugal is a vast country made up of diverse landscapes. Its scenery is one of the many reasons we fell in love so quickly and why we've already been back twice since our initial visit. Due to its location on the Iberian Peninsula, Portugal has a seemingly endless coastline. This coastal country also boasts several island chains that are definitely worth a visit, including the Berlengas Islands, and the Azores , which we visited on a return trip! Just a short 20-minute drive from where we…

From hiking a volcano on rugged Pico to surfing on quiet São Jorge, there lots to do across the nine islands of the Azores.

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The nine islands that comprise the Azores are in the center of the Atlantic Ocean, halfway between North America and Europe. They provide beautiful scenery, excellent hiking, fabulous beaches, and superb food. Here are seven of the best reasons to visit the Azores this year. 1. Easy to Get To Some airlines, including SATA Airlines, offer a stopover in the Azores for flights to Portugal at no extra charge. Others offer cheap flights from either the United States or Portugal. […]