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PORTUGAL’S Adventure Islands
SATA
Azores
Airlines
AIMS TO PLEASE ECOTOURISTS
BY ILONA KAUREMSZKY
Imagine an eco-hub fuelled by an archipelago of lush green islands where sea life is rife and outdoor activities verge from the extreme to the easy-peasy.
Welcome to the Azores—a safe, sustainably driven eco-sanctuary that can be reached in just over five hours on board SATA Azores Airlines, the only carrier to offer non-stop services from Montreal and Toronto. Recog- nized for its modern, more efficient, more comfortable fleet, the airline recognized for its sustainability policies has partnerships with WestJet and Porter Airlines, which provides passengers seamless connections to these scenic Portuguese islands.
Azores: The Ultimate Outdoors
Azores is an archipelago of nine volcanic islands in the Atlantic Ocean which teems in dramatic settings and is the home to a variety of dolphin and whale species. It’s no surprise that the islands attract outdoor lovers of all kinds. Think surfers, paddleboarders, canyon rappellers and hikers.
Ranked among the world’s top 10 most sustainable destinations, these majestic Portuguese islands have also won Europe’s top adventure destina- tion for two consecutive years at the World Travel Awards.
Island Starters
Start either in Terceira where nature lovers immerse in awe-inspiring experiences—swimming with dolphins and sighting whales—or the larger hub of Ponta Delgada, São Miguel, revered as “The Green Island” for good reason.
In São Miguel, head to Terra Nostra Park, a fan favourite for gardens, hikes and hot springs. This exotic paradise, legendary as one of Europe’s most beautiful gardens, seeps in lush foliage, and is home to the island’s most famous spa. Cook your own tasty “Cozido das Furnas” in the steamy grounds of the Furnas Valley. It’s a popular pastime!
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