What to Know Before You Visit the Azores, Portugal

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I got two responses when I told people I’d be visiting the Azores: It was either “Where’s that?” or “Oh, it’s so beautiful! I’ve always wanted to go!” There was no in between. Whether they’ve been on your bucket list or this is the first time you’ve heard of these Portuguese islands, here is everything you need to know before you visit São Miguel Island in the Azores.

Traveling with a Baby on São Miguel, Azores

Baby in São Miguel

When people think about baby-friendly destinations, the Azores may not be on the list at all. It’s not made for baby tourism, that’s true. But you know what? You can find things to do with your baby basically anywhere you want to go! My daughter and I went to the Azores for my milestone birthday recently, and we had such a great time. Here are the best things to do with a baby on São Miguel in the Azores.

What It’s Like Staying at Octant Hotel Furnas with a Baby

I have only been a mom for just over a year, but in that time, I’ve stayed in several hotels of a wide range of classes. So far, Octant Hotel Furnas was the most surprisingly baby-friendly! To be honest, I was largely expecting (and bracing myself for) dirty looks and snobby remarks from hotel staff […]

Why You Need to Visit Gorreana Tea Plantation in the Azores

I’m here to spill the tea! But this tea isn’t in China, Vietnam, India, or Bali. This tea hails from São Miguel island in the Azores, Portugal. We visited on our recent trip to the island, and it was one of the best things we did on the whole trip. I definitely recommend it to you for your own trip to the Azores. But before you go, here is everything you need to know about visiting the Gorreana Tea Plantation (Chà Gorreana) in the Azores.Â