Azores

Landing in the Azores and getting off the plane is like discovering a new world, a world of natural wonders whose enjoyment is not incompatible with luxury and comfort and letting yourself be taken care of by one of the fantastic hotels and resorts in the Azores. Undoubtedly, it is a very special destination, ideal for enjoying a superbly relaxing experience and discovering spectacular landscapes that can only be seen in this particular location. The location of the islands is one of their greatest attractions, since they are set in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean , 1400 km from Lisbon.

The Azores have that unique atmosphere typical of volcanic islands and an irresistible attraction thanks to the calmness of their waters and the  warmth of their terrain. This is what primarily defines these nine Portuguese islands, which are geographically divided into three groups: the eastern group,  Santa Maria and São Miguel, the central group, the islands of Terceira, Graciosa, São Jorge, Pico and Faial, and the western group, Corvo and Flores.Throughout the year, you can find special offers for hotels and resorts in the Azores to make the trip, which in itself is not very expensive compared to other islands, even more affordable.

The long list of natural parks, protected areas, wildlife species, forest reserves and sites of geological interest to be found on these islands is the result of an outstanding natural legacy and richness.The Azores are considered a  sanctuary of biodiversity and geodiversity, undoubtedly one of the best places in the world to practice Nature Tourism while enjoying the wide range of possibilities offered by the hotels and resorts in the Azores, such as discovering their cuisine, practicing water activities or admiring the views of the Atlantic Ocean.

On these islands, summers are not too hot and winters are not too cold, a mild climate prevailing throughout the year. When is the best time to book accommodation in hotels and resorts in the Azores?To avoid the rains, bear in mind that  the wettest months are from October to March, although any time of year is good to enjoy this natural paradise and stay at the Barceló Azores hotels, the perfect starting point from which to discover the charms of this remote and magical place.

Excellent hiking trails, mountain biking, diving, surfing, canoeing and bodyboarding are just some of the sports and activities you can do to enjoy the islands' wonders. And, of course, we can't forget golf. You can practice your swing at any of the three golf courses in the Azores: Furnas, Batalha and Terceira, the first two located in São Miguel and the last on the island of Terceira.

The islands' beaches  are of great beauty because of the  unique natural environment of mountains, green hills and spectacular cliffs that surround them. Discovering these fairytale landscapes is not incompatible with enjoying a great experience of comfort and relaxation in the hotels and resorts in the Azores, the best choice of accommodation in the islands for visiting their beaches. The beaches of the Azores are volcanic, so they usually consist of black sand or pebbles, although there are also some white sand beaches. Most of the white sand beaches are on the island of Santa Maria, while on the  island of São Miguel  they mostly consist of black sand.Some of the beaches of the Azores islands have excellent conditions for surfing, windsurfing and kitesurfing such as the ones to be found on the island of São Miguel: Praia do Fogo, Vinha da Areia, Milícias and Areal de Santa Bárbara. In addition, the water temperature is warm throughout the year due to the Gulf Stream.

There are many reasons to book hotels and resorts in the Azores and have a wonderful adventure surrounded by nature. Book your holiday now and take advantage of the barcelo.com offers

See you in the islands!