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The Azores (ə-zohrz or ay-zohrz; Portuguese: Açores, [ɐˈsoɾɨʃ]), officially the Autonomous Region of the Azores (Região Autónoma dos Açores), is one of the two autonomous regions of Portugal, an archipelago composed of nine volcanic islands in the North Atlantic Ocean about 1,360 km (850 mi) west of continental Portugal, about 1,643 km (1,021 mi) west of Lisbon, in continental Portugal, and about 1,925 km (1,196 mi) southeast of Newfoundland, Canada.
Its main industries are agriculture, dairy farming, livestock, fishing, and tourism, which is becoming the major service activity in the region. In addition, the government of the Azores employs a large percentage of the population directly or indirectly in the service and tertiary sectors. The main settlement of the Azores is Ponta Delgada.
There are nine major Azorean islands and an islet cluster, in three main groups. These are Flores and Corvo, to the west; Graciosa, Terceira, São Jorge, Pico, and Faial in the centre; and São Miguel, Santa Maria, and the Formigas Reef to the east. They extend for more than 600 km (370 mi) and lie in a northwest-southeast direction.
 
All the islands have volcanic origins, although some, such as Santa Maria, have had no recorded activity since the islands were settled. Mount Pico, on the island of Pico, is the highest point in Portugal, at 2,351 m (7,713 ft). The Azores are actually some of the tallest mountains on the planet, measured from their base at the bottom of the ocean to their peaks, which thrust high above the surface of the Atlantic.
The climate of the Azores is very mild for such a northerly location, being influenced by its distance to continents and the passing Gulf Stream. Due to the marine influence, temperatures remain mild year-round. Daytime temperatures normally fluctuate between 16 °C (61 °F) and 25 °C (77 °F) depending on season. Temperatures above 30 °C (86 °F) or below 3 °C (37 °F) are unknown in the major population centres. It is also generally wet and cloudy.
 
The culture, dialect, cuisine, and traditions of the Azorean islands vary considerably, because these once-uninhabited and remote islands were settled sporadically over a span of two centuries.
Azoreans have developed their own distinct regional identity and cultural traits, from a combination of continental Portuguese customs brought by various waves of immigration and local political and environmental factors.
Religious festivals, patron saints and traditional holidays mark the Azorean calendar. The most important religious events are tied with the festivals associated with the cult of the Holy Spirit, commonly referred to as the festivals of the Holy Spirit (or Espírito Santo), rooted in millenarian dogma and held on all islands from May to September. These festivals are very important to the Azorean people, who are primarily Roman Catholic, and combine religious rituals with processions celebrating the benevolence and egalitarianism of neighbours. These events are centred around treatros or impérios, small buildings that host the meals, adoration and charity of the participants, and used to store the artefacts associated with the events. On Terceira, for example, these impérios have grown into ornate buildings painted and cared for by the local brotherhoods in their respective parishes. The events focus on the members of local parishes, not tourists, but all are welcome, as sharing is one of the main principles of the festivals. Some limited events focus on tourists, including a public event that the city government of Ponta Delgada on the island of São Miguel holds, which attracts visitors and locals.
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Azores | Rua Nossa Senhora das Necessidades 2, 9560-418 Lagoa
4.5
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Located in the village of Lagoa in the central southern part of the island, the guesthouse is an excellent starting point for discovering the island of Sao Miguel. A walking tour allows guests to visit a ceramic factory, beautiful churches, the picturesque fishing port, beaches and pools, and enjoy the traditional cuisine at several local restaurants. There are links to the public transport network just outside the guesthouse. It is just 10 minutes from Nordela (São Miguel Island) Airport. Housed in a 19th century building that combines traditional and modern design, the guesthouse is ideally situated 50 metres away from the sea. It offers a total of 15 rooms with panoramic views over the ocean and surrounding areas, as well as a bar and a breakfast room. Fully renovated in 2010, there are a total of 15 rooms. Further facilities include air conditioning, a hotel safe, Internet access, a car park and a bicycle hire service. The rooms are simple but comfortably furnished and offer views of the ocean and the surrounding area. All are en suite with a shower. Further in-room amenities include a double bed, direct dial telephone, satellite/cable TV and individually regulated air conditioning.The nearby beaches are sandy and rocky. Breakfast is served in an open buffet form.From the airport, follow the motorway towards Lagoa (about 10 km), then there is a roundabout where guests should take the 2nd exit and at the second roundabout take the 1st exit. Continue straight ahead then take the 2nd street on the left.
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Casa das Calhetas
Azores | R. da Boa Viagem, 9600-016 Calhetas
4.5
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Located by the sea on the north coast of the island of São Miguel, the Casa das Calhetas was built on the 18th Century (1723). The house in itself is decorated in simplicity, having maintained the characteristics of the wealthy rural houses typical of the Azores, with an English-style garden, with lake and cricket pitch. On the first floor, the noble part of the house, you may find 3 rooms (2 double and 1 single), the dining room, living room and library, 2 halls with stone crop floor, fireplace with tiles from the Lagoa and kitchen with direct access to the porches. All rooms have cast iron balconies with views over Ribeira Grande. Likewise, it offers an inner stone crop courtyard, with a double staircase in Spanish colonial style, as well as several wineries where formerly the wine was produced, endowed with the typical structure of the wineries of Ribeira Grande. Also note the availability of bicycles and the private parking.
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Casa do Comendador
Azores | Rua de Baixo 17, São Miguel Arcanjo, 9940-312 São Roque do Pico
4.0
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Located in Sao Roque do Pico, Casa do Comendador is by the ocean and close to Sao Roque Church and Convent of Sao Roque do Pico. This 4-star guesthouse is within the region of Caiado Lagoon and Mount Pico.

Rooms
Stay in one of 8 guestrooms featuring plasma televisions. Satellite television is provided for your entertainment.

Amenities
Enjoy recreation amenities such as bicycles to rent or take in the view from a rooftop terrace. Additional features at this guesthouse include complimentary wireless Internet access and tour/ticket assistance.

Dining
A complimentary breakfast is included.

Business, Other Amenities
Featured amenities include a computer station, dry cleaning/laundry services, and multilingual staff. A roundtrip airport shuttle and a cruise ship terminal shuttle are supplied at no charge.

Fees

The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 25 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You must present a photo ID when checking in. Your credit card is charged at the time you book. Bed type and smoking preferences are not guaranteed.Your reservation is prepaid and is guaranteed for late arrival. The total charge includes all room charges and taxes, as well as fees for access and booking. Any incidental charges such as parking, phone calls, and room service will be handled directly between you and the property.
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Casa Das Barcas
Azores | Rua Do Cais, 9940-355 São Roque do Pico
4.0
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The Casa das Barcas is a XVII century manor house - classified as a public interest property – facing the sea and with a splendid view to the Pico Mountain and São Jorge Island. This manor house is endowed with a typically English décor, with polished mahogany and brass furniture, flowery fabrics, travel souvenirs, maps and boat models, offering the quiet atmosphere of a solid boat in a safe harbour in the middle of the ocean. It has 4 rooms, a comfy living room with fireplace, a pleasant garden, terrace, a balcony running the main façade with panoramic view and direct access to the sea.
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