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Will children like it?
If they love fun fairs, amusements parks and roller coasters, sadly not. If they're into the gentler outdoor pursuits - and perhaps a bit of paragliding over Faial, Terceira, Santa Maria and Sao Miguel for the more dare-devil juniors - then yes. Many of the hotels also run summer tennis and golf schools.
What's the food like?
Most restaurants serve hearty, rustic Mediterranean dishes, low on spice but rich in fresh vegetables. The fresh seafood is also excellent. Home made sweets and pastries are another local favourite and don't be surprised if maitre d' brings out the Aquadente - the locally produced gin - at the end of the night.
What should I buy?
Pottery, bedcovers, embroidery and woven handicrafts are popular souvenirs but don't under any circumstances buy ivory, whalebone products, dolphin teeth, turtle shells or shark teeth; they're banned under a European Union directive.
More information
Portuguese National Tourist Office, Portuguese Embassy, 11 Belgrave Square, London, SW1X 8PP. Tel: 0845 3551212 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 0845 3551212 end_of_the_skype_highlighting.
| Quinta Caloura, ref.80016B1 |
From 462 p/w |
Beautiful bungalow resort in the picturesque and up scale village of Caloura on the south coast of São Miguel.
Sleeps 3: Double Beds 1, Twin Beds 0, Single Beds 0
Sao Miguel Island /Azores /Portugal /Europe / |
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| Quinta in Caloura, ref.80016B2 |
From 679 p/w |
Beautiful cottages resort in the picturesque and up scale village of Caloura on the south coast of São Miguel.
Sleeps 4: Double Beds 2, Twin Beds 0, Single Beds 0
Sao Miguel Island /Azores /Portugal /Europe / |
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| Quinta Caloura, ref.80016B3 |
From 861 p/w |
Beautiful cottages resort in the picturesque and up scale village of Caloura on the south coast of São Miguel.
Sleeps 6: Double Beds 1, Twin Beds 2, Single Beds 0
Sao Miguel Island /Azores /Portugal /Europe / |
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| Aldeia da Cuada, ref.80027 T1 |
From 679 p/w |
A place where time stood still in Flores island. Touristic village made out of 14 renovated cottages
Sleeps 2: Double Beds 1, Twin Beds 0, Single Beds 0
The Aldeia da Cuada is a paradise within a paradise: the Island of Flores.
Situated on the west coast of the Island of Flores, on a small plateau
overlooking the mouth of the Ribeira Grande River, municipality of Lajes, the
Aldeia da Cuada is one of the most beautiful Azorean sceneries. A place where
time stood still and where nature performed its best, leaving it untouched and
full of life! At the Aldeia da Cuada only the stone walls and the basalt
cottages stand out amongst the verdant fields, where the fresh smell of flowers
and fruit trees drift.The places surrounding the village suggests outings of
true expectations and sheer pleasures. Only 2 Km away you will find the seaside
town of Fajã Grande, one of the most sought after summer spots on the Island of
Flores. Here a deep blue sea invites you to an invigorating swim or simply enjoy
the fine cuisine at the local restaurant. To the island's main town Santa Cruz
is 20 Km.
At night, in the silence of this small sanctuary, you can almost
hear the sound of the sun falling against the horizon... afterwards, everything
seems even more serene, but at the same time more intense, fragrant,
inexplicably captivating, as if part of a poem.During the mid sixties most of
the residents of the Aldeia da Cuada followed other Azoreans and emigrated to
the New World. The Village, where, even today, motorized vehicles never arrived,
was almost deserted and its houses abandoned.The touristic village of the Cuada
brings together the old and the modern, having salvaged the original houses and
adapted them to today's comfort.A reception with parking area welcomes the
visitor at the village entrance. Equipped with kitchen and bathroom, as well as
spacious bedrooms, the 14 cottages make up the touristic village of the Cuada;
respecting all of the safety laws of modern accommodation, without losing any of
the rural designs of its stone construction.Cottage T6: 6-bedroom cottage over 2
floors, 4 bathrooms, large living/dining room, sleeps 12. * Minimum of 3 nights
stay. * Meals are not provided. * Kitchens are fully equipped * Cottages are
equipped with TV, stereo and telephone * Cottages have BBQ's as well as patios
with lawn chairs, table and shade * Cottages are heated by iron stoves.
Flores Island. Lying on the most westerly side of the group of islands Ilha das
Flores is 17 kilometers long and 12.5 wide, with a population of 4.500
inhabitants. This charming but rugged island derives its name from the quantity
of flowers that grow in abundance due to its high annual rainfall. It was only
in the 16th Century that farmers from Europe accepted its climate and started
cultivating the thick and luxuriant land. In he capital, Santa Cruz das Flores,
there is a small museum devoted to the fishing industry and farming.Access to
this island can only be made by flight but it does have a summer boat connection
with the nearby Ilha do Corvo.
The Azores Archipelago. constituted by a total
of 9 islands, is located in the middle of the Atlantic, about 1,400 - 1,800 km
west from Cabo da Roca (Portugal) and 1,800 - 2,500 km east from Newfoundland
(Canada). It has a total area of 2,335 km². This multi-faced archipelago, with
its impressive and changing landscapes, is divided into 3 groups, as follows:
Western Group: with the islands of Corvo and Flores. Central group: with the
islands of Faial, Pico, São Jorge, Graciosa and Terceira. Eastern group: with
the islands of São Miguel and Santa Maria. Every island is of volcanic origin.
Maximum distance between western and eastern groups reaches 530 km. A crossing
point between the old and the new worlds during four centuries, Azores were of
maximum importance for sailing fleets. The mix of different cultures led to the
cosmopolite nature of Azorean. Due to the Gulf stream, Azores benefits of a
subtropical climate with large temperature amplitudes. Air humidity is naturally
high, situated mostly between 75 and 90%. Average temperatures from November to
May around 15 to 17° C, from June to October around 19 to 22 ° C. In Summer
months of July and August temperatures can eventually reach 30° C.
Flores Island Azores
Portugal |
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| Aldeia da Cuada, ref.80027 T2 |
From 903 p/w |
A place where time stood still in Flores island. Touristic village made out of 14 renovated cottages
Sleeps 4: Double Beds 1, Twin Beds 1, Single Beds 0
Flores Island /Azores /Portugal /Europe / |
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| Aldeia da Cuada, ref.80027 T6 |
From 2163 p/w |
A place where time stood still in Flores island. Touristic village made out of 14 renovated cottages
Sleeps 12: Double Beds 3, Twin Beds 3, Single Beds 0
Flores Island /Azores /Portugal /Europe / |
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| Casa dos Avós, ref.80073 |
From 455 p/w |
Charming typical village house on the north eastern end of São Miguel Island
Sleeps 4: Double Beds 2, Twin Beds 0, Single Beds 0
Nordeste /Sao Miguel Island /Azores /Portugal /Europe / |
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| Casas do Frade, ref.80015 V2 |
From 637 p/w |
Tourist facility consisting of nine country houses, in a closed condominium
Sleeps 4: Double Beds 2, Twin Beds 0, Single Beds 0
Nordeste /Sao Miguel Island /Azores /Portugal /Europe / |
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| Casas do Frade, ref.80015 T2 |
From 560 p/w |
Tourist facility consisting of nine country houses, in a closed condominium
Sleeps 4: Double Beds 2, Twin Beds 0, Single Beds 0
Nordeste /Sao Miguel Island /Azores /Portugal /Europe / |
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| Casas do Frade, ref.80015 T1 |
From 623 p/w |
Tourist facility consisting of nine country houses, in a closed condominium
Sleeps 2: Double Beds 1, Twin Beds 0, Single Beds 0
Nordeste /Sao Miguel Island /Azores /Portugal /Europe / |
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| Casa Inge, ref.80078 |
From 679 p/w |
Charming country house located in the western end of São Miguel island, with sea view
Sleeps 4: Double Beds 1, Twin Beds 1, Single Beds 0
Sao Miguel Island /Azores /Portugal /Europe / |
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| Casa da Mó, 80083 |
From 755 p/w |
Renovated stone house with sea view and all modern amenities
Sleeps 6: Double Beds 1, Twin Beds 1, Single Beds 0
Praínha /Pico Island /Azores /Portugal /Europe / |
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| Casa dos Rodeiros, ref.80084 |
From 547 p/w |
Renovated stone house with sea view and all modern amenities
Sleeps 4: Double Beds 0, Twin Beds 1, Single Beds 0
Pico Island /Azores /Portugal /Europe / |
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| Casa da Lomba - Casas Novas V2, ref.80007c |
From 679 p/w |
Situated on the slopes of Sete Cidade's crater, the Casas Novas in the rural estate Casa da Lomba have an excellent view of the Atlantic Ocean
Sleeps 4: Double Beds 1, Twin Beds 1, Single Beds 0
Sao Miguel Island /Azores /Portugal /Europe / |
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| Vivenda das Ilhas, ref.80017 |
From 525 p/w |
Beatiful semi-dettached villa with sea view
Sleeps 6: Double Beds 3, Twin Beds 0, Single Beds 0
Azores /Portugal /Europe / |
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| Beautiful ocean front property in Pico Island |
From 637 p/w |
Casa Mauro profits from a breathtaking ocean view, and was carefully renovated in 2005.
Sleeps 4: Double Beds 1, Twin Beds 0, Single Beds 0
Calheta de Nesquim /Pico Island /Azores /Portugal /Europe / |
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| Casa da Adega 80024 |
From 707 p/w |
A beautiful renovated "adega" (wine store), decorated with many original details
Sleeps 2: Double Beds 0, Twin Beds 1, Single Beds 0
Pico Island /Azores /Portugal /Europe / |
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| Studio house with superb sea views 80092 |
From 553 p/w |
In a breathtaking location, embedded in a 3600 m² plot descending towards the ocean, this small house enjoys a magnificent terrace
Sleeps 2: Double Beds 0, Twin Beds 0, Single Beds 0
Pico Island /Azores /Portugal /Europe / |
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| Detached house with superb sea views 80097 |
From 1617 p/w |
In a breathtaking location, embedded in a 3600 m² plot descending towards the ocean, this house enjoys a magnificent terrace
Sleeps 8: Double Beds 4, Twin Beds 0, Single Beds 0
Pico Island /Azores /Portugal /Europe / |
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| Old rural house in Capelo 80085 |
From 581 p/w |
Old rural house build of volcanic stone and covered with traditional hollow tile. Located 10 km from the airport and 19 km from Horta town.
Sleeps 4: Double Beds 1, Twin Beds 0, Single Beds 0
Faial Island /Azores /Portugal /Europe / |
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| Windmill in the eastern coast 80106 |
From 462 p/w |
Renovated windmill in the eastern coast of Graciosa Island, in Sao Mateus, overlooking the sea and the islet of Praia, 300 metres from the only sand b
Sleeps 4: Double Beds 2, Twin Beds 0, Single Beds 0
Graciosa Island /Azores /Portugal /Europe / |
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| Cottage above the ocean |
From 637 p/w |
Cottage above the ocean, in the hamlet of Pedras Negras, on the southeastern coast, with sea view, own grounds with 200 m²
Sleeps 4: Double Beds 1, Twin Beds 0, Single Beds 0
Pedras Negras /Pico Island /Azores /Portugal /Europe / |
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| Casa Guilherme 373 |
From 416 p/w |
Detached house in the quiet rural parish of Terra Chã, 5 km northwest from the island's main town Angra do Heroísmo
Sleeps 6: Double Beds 2, Twin Beds 1, Single Beds 0
Terceira Island /Azores /Portugal /Europe / |
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| 2 bedroom apartment in Horta |
From 630 p/w |
Beautifully furnished, close to everything, but quiet. 2 bedrooms, with 2 bathrooms, air conditioning, free wireless internet and DVD, very nice.
Sleeps 4: Double Beds 2, Twin Beds 0, Single Beds 0
Faial Island /Azores /Portugal /Europe / |
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| Casa em Piedade 80093 |
From 476 p/w |
Private renovated traditional stone house in Piedade, with magnificent view of the Ocean and the nearby island of São Jorge
Sleeps 4: Double Beds 1, Twin Beds 1, Single Beds 0
Piedade /Pico Island /Azores /Portugal /Europe / |
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| 1 bedroom apartment, well furnished |
From 420 p/w |
1 bedroom apartment en-suite bathroom/shower, airconditioner, centrally located well furnished. Sleeps 2-3. ca. 70 sqm
Sleeps 3: Double Beds 1, Twin Beds 0, Single Beds 0
Faial Island /Azores /Portugal /Europe / |
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| Cottage dos Suecos 80079 |
From 593 p/w |
Spacious cottage, with panoramic sea views, on the hillside above Vila Franca do Campo
Sleeps 5: Double Beds 2, Twin Beds 0, Single Beds 1
Sao Miguel Island /Azores /Portugal /Europe / |
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| Quinta Terra do Pão 80107.1 |
From 504 p/w |
Traditional semi-detached stone house in county São Caetano, in the hamlet Terra do Pão, 500 m from the ocean
Sleeps 6: Double Beds 2, Twin Beds 1, Single Beds 0
Terra do Pão /Pico Island /Azores /Portugal /Europe / |
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| Casa Castanheiros 80108 |
From 679 p/w |
Traditional house in the small hamlet of Praínha, 150 m from the coastline and 1000 m from the natural swimming pool
Sleeps 8: Double Beds 1, Twin Beds 3, Single Beds 0
Praínha /Pico Island /Azores /Portugal /Europe / |
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| Falesia 80112.2 |
From 511 p/w |
Apartment with sea view, in the village of Mosteiros, extensive exotic tropical gardens, shared swimming pool, sea views
Sleeps 4: Double Beds 1, Twin Beds 1, Single Beds 0
Sao Miguel Island /Azores /Portugal /Europe / |
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| Falesia T0 80112.1 |
From 427 p/w |
Apartment with sea view, in the village of Mosteiros, extensive exotic tropical gardens, shared swimming pool
Sleeps 4: Double Beds 0, Twin Beds 0, Single Beds 0
Mosteiros /Sao Miguel Island /Azores /Portugal /Europe / |
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| Falesia T0 80112.3 |
From 427 p/w |
Apartment with sea view, in the village of Mosteiros, extensive exotic tropical gardens, shared swimming pool
Sleeps 4: Double Beds 0, Twin Beds 0, Single Beds 0
Sao Miguel Island /Azores /Portugal /Europe / |
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| Repouso 80093 |
From 476 p/w |
Recently built traditional stone house in Piedade, with magnificent view of the Ocean and the nearby island of São Jorge
Sleeps 6: Double Beds 1, Twin Beds 1, Single Beds 0
Piedade /Pico Island /Azores /Portugal /Europe / |
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| Apartment in Piedade 80066 |
From 322 p/w |
Apartament in private house in Piedade, with magnificent view of the Ocean and the nearby island of São Jorge
Sleeps 2: Double Beds 1, Twin Beds 0, Single Beds 0
Piedade /Pico Island /Azores /Portugal /Europe / |
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| Camélias 80115 |
From 329 p/w |
Refurbished semi-detached house with sea view, in rural environment near the village of Nordeste
Sleeps 4: Double Beds 1, Twin Beds 0, Single Beds 0
Nordeste /Sao Miguel Island /Azores /Portugal /Europe / |
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| Blue Doors 80116 |
From 554 p/w |
Traditional house 5 driving minutes from the village of Nordeste. 5 driving minutes from the natural swimming pools at Boca da Ribeira
Sleeps 10: Double Beds 4, Twin Beds 0, Single Beds 1
Nordeste /Sao Miguel Island /Azores /Portugal /Europe / |
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| Casa da Fajã 80114 |
From 399 p/w |
Detached villa in the hamlet of Fajã, with a nice sea view, 200 m from a black sand and rock beach
Sleeps 4: Double Beds 1, Twin Beds 1, Single Beds 0
Faial Island /Azores /Portugal /Europe / |
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