The cigar-shaped island of Sao Jorge is a nature lover’s delight, with the perfect blend of outdoor recreation and gentle cultural heritage to create a unique and memorable holiday. The northern coast is pure drama, with towering cliffs rising nearly 500 metres from the turbulent ocean below. A few Flemish hamlets dating back centuries keep hold in this corner of Sao Jorge, but the more developed towns such as Velas and Topo can be found along its southern shores. Nearly all Sao Jorge hotels are located in and around these towns, ensuring convenient access to amenities like cafes, bars and shops. Head to Calheta to visit the island’s sole museum that showcases the interesting history of this place and its pioneering settlers. The volcanic interior is riddled with amazing walking trails that pass through fertile valleys and up the slopes of conical mountains. For a genuinely unique experience in the Azores of Portugal, it’s hard to go wrong with Sao Jorge.

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