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July 19, 2025
Porto Formoso, Sao Miguel, Azores

Join us for our intimate gathering

Things To Do

Here are some of my favorite places!
Furnas Caldeiras (Volcanoes)

Furnas Caldeiras (Volcanoes)

Caldeiras, Furnas, Azores 9675, Portugal

This is an amazing place for a hike and coffee or as Nick's favorite, " Ice cream" You can also come early in the morning with a pot filled with food and have it cooked under the earth.

Sete Cidades

Sete Cidades

Sete Cidades, Azores 9555, Portugal

You can hike here or drive up to see the view or down to the beautiful lakes to eat some lunch or have a picnic.

Praia dos Moinhos

Praia dos Moinhos

M518, Porto Formoso, Açores 9625, Portugal

This is one of my favorite beaches here on the island.

Mosteiros Beach

Mosteiros Beach

40 Rua da Areia, Mosteiros, Açores 9555, Portugal

This is on the left side of the island and such a worthy one- hour trip! The beaches here are gorgeous and the food is to die for.

Poça da Dona Beija

Poça da Dona Beija

1 Lomba Das Barracas, Furnas, Açores 9675, Portugal

Thermal baths- so relaxing!

Lagoa do Fogo

Lagoa do Fogo

Azores 9680, Portugal

You can hike this or drive down. This is called fire lake!

Caloura, Agua de Pau

Caloura, Agua de Pau

São Miguel, Portugal

These are salt water pools and you can also jump into the ocean! There is such a good restaurant right next to it!

Ribeira Quente - Praia

Ribeira Quente - Praia

Ribeira Quente, Azores 9675, Portugal

This water is under a volcano, dig your heels deep enough under water and you will burn your foot ( a bit). Such warm water and sand!

Piscinas Naturais "Caneiros"

Piscinas Naturais "Caneiros"

Rua dos Moínhos, Mosteiros, Açores 9555, Portugal

This is breathtaking! You can jump right into these water- formed salt pools! There is also an amazing food truck above that has the best snacks sandwiches and of course, espresso!

Parque Terra Nostra

Parque Terra Nostra

Largo Marquês da Praia e Monfort, Furnas, Açores 9675-061, Portugal

Thermal baths! Bring an old bikini for this one!

Ilhéu de Vila Franca do Campo

Ilhéu de Vila Franca do Campo

Portugal

The lightest clearest waters! Kayak around it and park your kayak inside while you take a swim or pack a lunch and take the ferry! Reserve your tickets in advance (:

Ribeira das Tainhas

Ribeira das Tainhas

Ribeira das Tainhas, Azores, Portugal

This beach has limited parking and a few stairs down to the beach so come early. The water here is a dream and there is a rock you can jump off of.

Furnas Lake

Furnas Lake

Azores 9675, Portugal

This is my go to running/walking spot, around this beautiful lake, however there is a separate trail you can go up to see the view from above ( Parque Grena). There are also little paddleboats to rent out to explore the lake- you can not swim here. You can also find the caldeiras here beside the lake.

Parque da Grená " Pico de Ferro"

Parque da Grená " Pico de Ferro"

Furnas, Açores 9675-045, Portugal

This is a challenge! Lots of steps but so worth the view..

Caldeiras

Caldeiras

Furnas, Açores 9675-045, Portugal

Explore more Caldeiras ( little volcanoes, hot springs), get some sweet corn and explore restaurants in this dream area o, Furnas.