The Azores, essentially volcanoes in the middle of the Atlantic, are all moody basalt mountains, jade green forests, waterfalls tumbling into crater lakes, and pasture hedged by bursts of white, blue, and purple hydrangeas. A five-hour flight from Boston or six from Toronto.
The islands of the Azores are among the best places in Portugal for those who want to get out of the ordinary. If you love nature, beautiful views, hiking and surfing, this islands are the perfect place for you to enjoy the summer.