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São Miguel, an amazing Azorean island!
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São Miguel is the largest island in Azores, Portugal.
Getting There -
Take a domestic flight from Lisbon and rent a car to explore the island.
Attractions -
1. Sete Cidades is a large crater lake that seems to be divided into two separate bodies: Lagoa Verde (Green Lake) and Lagoa Azul (Blue Lake)
2. Beautiful Town Squares of Ponta Delgada. Don't miss the bell tower!
3. Furnas area for hotspring
4. Authentic Atlantic Spa at Ponta da Ferraria
5. Various miradouros (viewpoints) scattered throughout the island
And many more!!
Hotels -
We stayed at Hotel Ponta Delgada with nice balconies and good breakfast.
Food & Restaurants -
Make sure to try Azorean cuisine at local restaurants. Check out Restaurante Lagoa Azul which serves authentic Azorean cuisine at Sete Cidades.
Another cuisine worth trying is "Cozido dad Furnas" (Furnas geo-cook) cooked by volcanic heat. Available at various restaurants in Furnas.
Shopping -
You can find almost everything at Parque Atlantico, the largest shopping mall in the whole island.
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Authentic Atlantic Spa at Ponta da Ferraria
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Ponta da Ferraria is a lava delta located in Ginetes on the west coastline of São Miguel Island. There is an underwater geothermal spring that heats up the ocean. The heated water mixes with the cold water of the sea in a small cove to form a small natural thermal pool.
The entrance to the natural pool is free. The timing of visit is vital if you want to experience an authentic Atlantic Spa at Ferraria. The best time to visit is between two hours before and after the low tide when the water is warm. During high tide the current may be too strong and the water is not warm enough. There are ropes for you to hold on as the Atlantic waves are very strong. Swimming is only recommended during summer as there is a lifeguard on patrol.
Location:
Termas da Ferraria (this is the spa next to the natural pool, lots of parking space here)
Rua Ilha Sabrina, Ginetes, 9555-102 Ginetes, Portugal
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