Planning your first trip to Madeira? This complete travel guide covers everything you need to know: from getting around without a car to dealing with the crowds. Honest tips for hiking Madeira's levadas and mountain peaks, visiting waterfalls and more.
Visiting the Azores for the first time? This guide will help you plan your trip. From choosing when to go and how to get around, to deciding which Azores island to visit.
São Miguel is the biggest and most diverse island in the Azores, full of natural beauty, from crater lakes and hot springs to tea plantations and viewpoints. This 2-day budget-friendly itinerary shows you the best free experiences so you can make the most of your time on the island without overspending.
Planning a trip to Pico Island, Azores? In this guide, I share my top 3 must-do experiences: hiking Mount Pico, exploring the stunning lagoons of Caminho das Lagoas, and venturing into the island’s lava tubes. I also give my honest take on whale watching, so you know what to realistically expect. Perfect for first-time visitors or anyone with limited time on the island.
Standing at 2,351 meters, Mount Pico is Portugal’s highest peak and one of the Azores’ most iconic landmarks. Hiking to the summit is a real adventure! In this guide, I’ll walk you through how to climb it, from getting your permit to tackling and what to prepare for.