The beauty of the Azores comes from its nine islands, which in turn, each of which expose the nature, traditions, cuisine and heritage, the elements that build a unique identity. These islands have been carved by geomorphological processes that structure a natural beauty unprecedented, who lured bold navigators of the Atlantic Ocean, populate them.

Much more than a place, the Azores are emotions, experiences and experiences.

The original name Azores presents several points of view, the most recognized being is the confusion between the hawks and other birds of prey, the goshawk.

The legend say that lists the Azores to Atlantis, a mythical kingdom quoted by Plato. In the historical context, the nine Azorean islands are mentioned in the current approximate positions, something supported with books and cartographic maps, since the fourteenth century.

However, it is with the Portuguese maritime epic, headed by Prince Henry the Azores was found and defined on the map of Europe. And Prince Henry the driver of the humanization of the Azores, releasing the animals, between 1431 and 1432, followed by sending the clones, since 1439, extending over the centuries XV.

For centuries, the people resist several volcanic eruptions and earthquakes, and survives face isolation, pirate invasions, political wars, among the worst weeds diseases. The bravery of these men and women was highlighted during their confrontation in the troubled sea, with the gigantic sperm whales.

The Azorean climate is characterized by its mild temperatures, with high humidity levels and regular rainfall.

In the winter period, strong winds surrounding the Azores, dancing with the sea, promoting air purification. On average, the temperature remains at 14ºC, but does not prevent the formation of snow, Pico Mountain.

In summer, the Azores is sunny, with a temperature of 24ºC on average, while the sea temperature is around 17ºC and 23ºC.