| The Azores - not the most obvious place to consider | | | | fascinating geological history tour, swimming with |
| for a holiday, but one which will reward a closer look | | | | dolphins, bird watching, diving, golf, off-road jeep |
| for anyone looking for something out of the ordinary. | | | | safaris, walking and cycling are all possible. All these |
| The Azores form an enchanting archipelago of nine | | | | activities, however, are geared to remain as |
| emerald green islands set in the Atlantic Ocean | | | | low-impact as possible. Where else in Europe can you |
| between Portugal (1,500km) and North America | | | | participate in such a variety of activities, all |
| (3,900km). The Azoreans have made a substantial | | | | year-round, amongst the most beautiful of |
| contribution to Portuguese culture and many | | | | surroundings? The Azores are very much nature's |
| important figures originate from the islands. On the | | | | own playground. Keen gardeners, artists and |
| Azores, you can step into the past and discover the | | | | photographers will be in their element. Holiday |
| beauty and tranquility of these nine fascinating islands. | | | | durations of three, seven, ten, eleven and fourteen |
| The Azores, due of course to their remote location in | | | | nights are available with such operators as Sunvil in |
| the Atlantic, is area largely unexplored by UK and | | | | the UK - and it is possible to combine a stay in the |
| European visitors; and for good reason - they are | | | | Azores with a holiday in Madeira or on the |
| secluded, peaceful and untouched by time. The key | | | | Portuguese mainland. Flexibility is always possible, with |
| to the Azores is in the beauty of the archipelago is in | | | | tailor-made itineraries across all nine islands |
| the pristine nature that lies within its shores. Lush | | | | incorporating as little or as much as you wish. The |
| green rolling hills, vibrant pink Azaleas, crystal blue | | | | unique beauty of the Azores and the individual |
| waters, a profusion of purple hydrangeas and sheer | | | | character of each island provide an opportunity to |
| black volcanic rocks - a rainbow of colours affording | | | | explore an area of spectacular natural scenery. As |
| a photographic opportunity at every turn! Each island | | | | the islands are geographically diverse the first time |
| is unique and a multi-island tour is a must for anyone | | | | visitor would do well to think about a pre-booked |
| wishing to truly discover the wealth of attractions on | | | | itinerary of the archipelago which can include six |
| offer. There is a whole host of activities available - | | | | islands (Sao Miguel, Flores, Faial, Pico, Sao Jorge, |
| including excellent whale and dolphin watching, a truly | | | | Terceira) with an excursion on each. |