The Azores, a remote archipelago of nine volcanic islands in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean, are a beacon of emerald-green landscapes, dramatic coastlines, and a culture deeply connected to the sea.

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Whether it’s to watch whales, taste wine, hike or surf, summer offers the best time to visit Portugal’s North Atlantic islands. Millions of years ago, a dramatic series of volcanic events gave rise to ...