7The Azores
900 miles west of Portugal is the European country’s archipelago, The Azores. These volcanic islands offer visitors a peaceful, timeless beauty with often empty roads lined with hydrangeas and azaleas. It’s also a great place for breathtaking hikes, incredible cuisine, and wonderful whale watching. Flores Island is well-known for its lovely lagoons, grotto-carved cliffs, hot springs, volcanic remains, and beautiful flowers.
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