Futurismo runs daily whale-watching tours from Ponta Delgada marina, and Picos De Aventuralaunches boats from Angra do Heroísmo.īird lovers can spot one of the island’s most famous endemic species – the bullfinch – around the northeastern garden trails of São Miguel. In spring, humpback and blue whales and Orca can also be spotted as they transit to cooler climates. The Azorean waters are brimming with wildlife, with sperm whales and dolphins calling the region home. Honourable mention: With nothing but the beautiful briny before you, aqua-themed Pestana Bahia Praia Nature & Beach Resort in São Miguel comes complete with a freshwater swimming pool and inviting shades-of-blue colour scheme. For the best view, ask for a room overlooking the ancient city streets of Angra do Heroísmo.
Prints of old sailing charts decorate the original stone arches of the communal areas.
Not that you ’ll notice these tidy eco-tweaks when you ’re reclining on your sea-facing chaise longue, or taking an aromatic, eucalyptus-scented whirlpool bath in the hydrotherapy spa.Ī decadent 18th-century manor house transformed into an elegant hotel, Zenite is the perfect place to combine sightseeing with a dose of luxury. The hotel ’s rooftop solar panels power its entire electricity supply, while water from the nearby river is put to use in the bathrooms. Sustainability is the name of the game at this Ribeira Grande retreat, just off the surfer paradise of Monte Verde beach.
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