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Ponta Delgada
Ponta Delgada is a city in Azores. Ponta Delgada (pron. IPA 'põtÉ dɛɫ'gadÉ) is a city and municipality on São Miguel Island in the Azores (an autonomous region of Portugal). The city proper has a population of 46,102 and the municipality has a population of 64,516 for a total area of 233.0 km². It serves as the seat of the executive government of the Azores Autonomous Region. The municipality is composed of 24 parishes. Parishes
Ajuda da BretanhaArrifesCandeláriaCapelasCovoadaFajã de BaixoFajã de CimaFenais da LuzFeteirasGinetesLivramentoMosteirosPilar da BretanhaRelvaRemédiosSanta BárbaraSanta ClaraSanto AntónioSão José (Ponta Delgada)São Pedro (Ponta Delgada)São RoqueSão Sebastião (Ponta Delgada)São Vicente FerreiraSete CidadesGeneral info
Ponta Delgada is the tourist heart of the Azores. Museums and monuments are everywhere, and the historic streets connect everything from hotels and churches to shops and restaurants. Its huge first class marina harbours boats form all around globe and its nightlife attracts people from all over. In the evenings, especially during the summer, throngs of people promenade along the Infante Dom Henrique Avenue (by the seaside). The airport lies on the western edge of the city, from which there are daily flights to the other islands and mainland Portugal, and frequent direct flights to other European cities and North America. Located north of Ponta Delgada are the suburbs of Fajã de Baixo and Fajã de Cima. Fajã de Baixo is agricultural with pineapple cultivation. Fajã de Cima is famous for its festivities. To the eastern side of Ponta Delgada is the suburb of "São Roque" which is gradually becoming part of the city itself as it expands along the coast with the construction of a new marina and a seaside walk with leisure facilities. Ponta Delgada also has a university, the Universidade dos Açores (University of Azores), as well as schools, lyceums, gymnasia, banks, post offices, sporting facilities, three major soccer teams and several public squares ( praças). Bordering the north-western part of the city is the mountain range of Sete Cidades in which are located the famous valley and lake of the same name. The soccer teams for Ponta Delgada are Clube Desportivo Santa Clara (Divisão de Honra (Honor League)), Clube União Micaelense (2ª Divisão B (2nd league)) and MarÃtimo da Calheta (Campeonato de S.Miguel (regional league)). Notable natives
Antero de Quental (April 18, 1842 - September 11, 1891), a Portuguese poetTeófilo Braga (February 24, 1843 - January 28, 1924 in Lisbon), a Portuguese writer and the second president of PortugalRoberto Ivens (June 12, 1850 in the parish of São Pedro - January 28, 1898 in Dafundo, Lisbon), an African explorer.Pauleta (April 28, 1973 - ; born Pedro Miguel Carreiro Resendes), footballer and all-time leading goal scorer for the Portugal national teamReferences
External links
Câmara Municipal de Ponta Delgada - Official page of the city (in Portuguese)Azores.com - The practical site of Azores...
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Hotels in Ponta Delgada
 | Hotel Apartamentos Gaivota  |
Score 8 from 23 reviews | | Avenida Infante Dom Henrique Nº103 |  |
| Serving regional island specialities, Gaivota Brewery is a great spot to sample king crab or tasty rump steak. Open for buffet as well as à la carte service, the restaurant is only closed on Tuesdays. All other days, guests can enjoy lunch between 12:00 and 16:00 and dinner from 19:00 to 23:00. ... more | | |
 | Hotel Avenida |
Score 8.075 from 8 reviews | | Rua Drº José Bruno Tavares Carreiro | |
| Hotel Avenida is a 4-star hotel situated in Ponta Delgada's historical centre, 50 meters from the main avenue. It is a few metres away from the Atlantic Ocean coast.
Hotel Avenida provides comfortably furnished rooms that include views of the town.
Guests can relax with a massage, a visit to the sauna, or keep fit at the gym.
Breakfast, lunch, dinner, along with a variety of drinks are served at the hotel’s restaurant and bar.
Avenida is ideally situated close to Ponta Delgada’s shops, restaurants, and bars, of São Miguel Island. ... more | | |
| | Bahia Palace |
Score 7.975 from 23 reviews | | Ãgua D´Alto | |
| Overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, this luxurious resort on the island of São Miguel enjoys a stunning setting near the town of Vila Franca do Campo.
Combining attentive service with first-class facilities, Bahia Palace is a stone’s throw from Ãgua d’Alto Beach. Start the day with an assorted breakfast next to the pool. While you eat and marvel at sea views, the friendly staff can arrange a massage or other activity.
All of the guest rooms are spaciously laid-out and feature a seating area for the maximum in comfort. Make the most of your private balcony by ordering in room service and dining al fresco. If you prefer, you can also pay a visit to the restaurant or on-site bar.
Your stay at Bahia Palace is not complete without improving your tennis or snooker skills. Children can have fun in the games room. The sauna is the ideal spot to relax after a long and day of exploring the island on foot or with rental bike. ... more | | |
 | A Quinta  |
Score 0 from 0 reviews | | Rua Do Peixoto 8 | |
| On the northern shore of São Miguel, the A Quinta offers well-equipped accommodation at a most beautiful location. Enjoy peace and privacy at this small and quiet property.
With free wireless internet and barbecue facilities, these apartments make a comfortable base for your relaxing holiday. The area is perfect for hiking, enjoying the amazing views, and taking in the fresh, clean air. ... more | | |
 | The Lince Azores Great Hotel |
Score 8.4 from 91 reviews | | Av D João III, 29 | |
| Located just a few minutes from the beach of Ponta Delgada is this wonderful hotel that offers guests excellent service and comfortable accommodation.
The Lince Azores Great Hotel provides a variety of rooms that are large, air-conditioned and comfortable. All rooms have minibar, cable TV, air-conditioning/heating, direct telephone, office table, and a complete bathroom. Rooms offer stunning views of the sea and mountain or sea and city.
The hotel's child policy allows several advantages for children either in accommodation or meals. Enjoy the fantastic outdoor swimming pool set in Lince Azores's gardens or venture out to discover Ponta Delgada.
Business travellers will delight in the venue and meeting room that cater for business meetings and events. There are also 5 private rooms where guests can throw private parties.
For guests who enjoy nature, there are activities such as whale watching, bird watching, diving, Jeep/safari, biking and horse riding.
After a busy day, you can return to Lince Azores Grand and relax with a relaxing massage at the wellness centre before you head for dinner at The Linx or in the privacy of your room.
Meals can be enjoyed at the either in the privacy of your room or in at Restaurant Le Lince. After dinner head to the Lince Bar Lounge and enjoy a great cocktails while looking out to the gorgeous sea. ... more | | |
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| Ponta Delgada Airport (Sao Miguel Island) Shared Departure Transfer |
10 minutes - 1.5 hours |
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Travel from your Sao Miguel Island hotel to Ponta Delgada Airport. Transfer services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Transfers available from:
- Area 1 - Ponta Delgada
- Area 2 - Barracuda Hotel or Senhora da Rosa Apartments
- Area 3 - Caloura
- Area 4 - Bahaia Palace
- Area 5 - Vila Franca
- Area 6 - Furnas
- Area 7 - Povoacao
- Area 8 - Nordeste
When making a booking, you will need to advise your flight details and your Sao Miguel Island hotel details. Your transfer will be confirmed instantaneously and you will be provided with a travel voucher to present to the driver. 24 - 48 hours prior to your transfer, you will be required to call the supplier directly (the contact number will be provided on your travel voucher) to reconfirm exact pick up times and places.
It's that easy!
Don't forget to book your Sao Miguel Island Arrival Transfer, simply type the product code 2874PDLAPTHTL into the Keyword Box.
At time of booking, YOU MUST include the following flight and hotel details in the "Special Requirements" box:
- Airline
- Flight Number
- Departing City / Arrival City
- Departure Time
- Hotel Name
- Hotel Address
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| Furnas - Hot Springs and Gorreana Tea Factory |
7 hours |
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After leaving Ponta Delgada and crossing the Island to the North in its narrowest part, a comfort stop will be made in Ribeira Grande.
From Ribeira Grande, in any of the Belvederes, the coast will look different, but equally beautiful. Still in the north coast, a visit to a Tea Factory and Tea Plantations. The Azores is the only place in Europe where tea can be grown.
Before lunch, a stop at Pico do Ferro, a belvederein the mountains with the best view of Furnas Valley. The cozido is cooked in the earth, near the Hot Springs for at least 5 hours. You will see it coming out of the ground.
After lunch, a visit to the most beautiful Botanical Park of the Azores: Terra Nostra Park. A visit to the Caldeiras das Furnas, with its famous hot springs, mineral hot and cold waters and small geysers.
The return trip is made using the south coast road, passing by Vila Franca do Campo.
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| Sete Cidades - Crate and Lakes |
7 hours |
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In the mountains of Sete Cidades there are more lakes than just the twin lakes which are the most famous view of the Azores.
On this tour you will see lakes and Belvederes that are not as well known, and you will go to the village of Sete Cidades inside the crater.
Sete Cidades, where emerald green and sapphire blue are the dominant colors - is the source of the legend of sorrowful princesses, of lost kingdoms. Vista do Rei Belvedere, so-called because it is where King Carlos and Queen Amelia could appreciate Sete Cidades Lake when they visited Sao Miguel in 1901.
Lunch with drinks will be served in a typical Manor House and you will taste dishes based in old recipes that are in the possession of traditional families of the island. A visit to an Organic Farm and an Ethographic Center will take you back to a past that you thought would be only in your imagination.
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