Ponta da Ferraria, located on the southeast coast of the island of São Miguel, is one of the most emblematic and unmissable places in the Azores. Find out more! Read More
Sea
Did you know that marine mammals also breast-feed?
Breast-feed is the act, from a female mammal, to feed its young with the milk that they produce. Whales and dolphins are marine mammals, which means that they also breast-feed their calves, depending directly on the milk of their mom in the first years of their lives. Read More
Why do cetaceans jump?
The breach of a large whale is almost certainly the most powerful action performed by any animal, and a leaping dolphin rising many meters above the surface is one of the most impressive. However, most breaching and leaping are not immediately functional activities for an aquatic animal, and a question of “Why do they do it?” is still only partially answered. Read More
Gelatinous marine organisms from the Azores
It's very common for swimmers to have their baths in the sea interrupted by the presence of jelly-like organisms. Some of these gelatinous creatures are known as jellyfish (Pelagia noctiluca), Portuguese Man o’ War (Physalia physalis), and salp (Salpa sp). Read More
São Miguel: Your next getaway for two
A getaway for two to reconnect with the green nature of São Miguel is just what you might need. Find out what you can't miss. Read More
Flying fish in the Azores
What is it that flies but doesn't have wings? These are our unique flying fish which are often spotted during our whalewatching trips. Read More
Terceira Island: Enjoy it in autumn
Terceira Island is an authentic natural treasure in the heart of the Atlantic. Find out what you can't miss on the green island in autumn. Read More
Ribeira Grande: Discover the north side
On São Miguel Island, set off on the Ribeira Grande adventure. The north side has a lot to offer its visitors. Know what you can't miss. Read More
Risso's Dolphin
The Risso’s dolphin (Grampus griseus) is the smallest member of the subfamily Globicephalinae (Delphinidae). It is characterized by robust build and rounded head. Read More
Vila Franca do Campo: what not to miss
Vila Franca do Campo, on the island of São Miguel, is a wonderful municipality of unparalleled beauty. There are several attractions of this village. Get to know it. Read More
