Ponta Delgada

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Ponta Delgada is the largest city in the Azores and on the island of São Miguel.

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The main entry point is João Paul II (Nordela) International Airport (PDL/LPPD) which handles domestic/regional traffic to São Miguel island, as well as international flights from Europe and North America. Although several European and North American carriers fly to São Miguel, SATA International and TAP Air Portugal are the primary Portuguese air carriers serving the island.

In addition, several cruise lines make Ponta Delgada a waypoint when journeying across the Atlantic. Some cruise ships spend a day at the port, often as they reposition themselves between cruising Europe and the Western Hemisphere. The marina at Ponta Delgada also welcomes many yachts and private boatsman from around the world making São Miguel point of call along their trans-Atlantic travels.

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Arriving at João Paulo II Airport, the traveler has access to taxi and rent-a-car services at the terminal. Bus and taxi services are also available in Ponta Delgada, along the main avenue, as well as conveniently accessible from major sites in the city.

Travelers are advised to be aware that in-town bus services are handled by small mini-buses with the larger touring buses handling community-to-community travel on the island. Both services are accessible along Avenida D. Infante Henriques in Ponta Delgada and can confuse the unfamiliar traveler. Schedules are available at bus stops and Tourism delegation.

Tours of the town are based along the Avenida where the traveler can find several services to experience the city, including horse-drawn carriage, panoramic bus tours and the "Lagarta" Tourist Train that travels along the streets.

But, apart from the travel from the airport, the local visitor can best experience the sites of the city by foot, as travel distances are relatively short. For day trips to other parts of the island you may consider buses, taxi or rent-a-car services.

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Lagoa das Sete Cidades Furnas

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The islands produce surprisingly good wines and cheese.

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• The Lince Azores Great Hotel, Conference, Golf & Spa, Avenida Dom João, 29, 9500-310 Ponta Delgada, Azores, ☎ +351 296 630 000, [1]. The Lince Hotel in Azores the perfect hotel for your holidays, honeymoon or business meetings in Azores. A wide range of services at your disposal: Outdoor swimming pool, garden, 24h front desk, luggage service, concierge service (newspapers, tours, rental), Living Room, Gift Shop, Free Parking.  edit

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Visit Terceira island/city of Angra,a World heritage patrimony.