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The Azores holiday guide: what to see plus the best bars, restaurants and places to stay

This volcanic archipelago in the mid-Atlantic is a world unto itself. But two new direct low-cost air routes from the UK are about to bring the enchanted islands within reach

Published: 28 Mar 2015

The Azores holiday guide: what to see plus the best bars, restaurants and places to stay

Swimming with sharks in the Azores

The Azores islands are pushing adrenaline activities to attract new visitors. Fancy jumping into the sea with five huge sharks?

Published: 24 Aug 2012

Swimming with sharks in the Azores

Fast-track to snoozeville

Direct flights starting this week link Britain and the Azores for the first time. Rafael Behr samples the islands' soporific appeal.

Published: 3 Apr 2005

Fast-track to snoozeville

Secret world of the Atlantic

Bursting with colour and dramatic volcanoes, the Azores look like they could be at the edge of the world. In fact, they're less than four hours away. Tim Ecott reports.

Published: 5 Mar 2005

Secret world of the Atlantic