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My dear, I try to show you a lot of positive things that can help us live as normally and make plans as normally, although we still don’t know when we will implement these plans. But now a few serious … Czytaj dalej
My dear, I try to show you a lot of positive things that can help us live as normally and make plans as normally, although we still don’t know when we will implement these plans. But now a few serious … Czytaj dalej
One of the questions you ask me regularly is “Azores – which island to go?” I understand that each of us has limited time and possibilities, so we want to choose what’s the best for us. Let me guide you … Czytaj dalej
This Carnival was different. It was the first real Carnival in my life. I’ve been living in Terceira since January 2017, so this Carnival was the fourth during my life on the island. I still remember the first one. Everyone … Czytaj dalej
One day I was walking down from Monte Brasil with one of my friends and we talked about the connections between the Azores and the world. After that conversation I came back home and typed in my browser one phrase: … Czytaj dalej
Hurricane Lorenzo hit the Azores on the 2nd of October, at dawn. It scared people but didn’t leave any casualties. Not in humans – and that’s the most important. Port in Lajes in Flores Island is completely destroyed, 53 people … Czytaj dalej
Luís Godinho – photographer, founder of an association DAR that helps African kids. With his approach to life he reminds me that one must act. Instead of sitting and worrying, you can use life 100% and do something good for … Czytaj dalej
Three active volcanoes in Terceira, 26 in total in the whole Azores. Including 8 submarine. I’ve decided to tell you about volcanoes and earthquakes in the Azores. Why? First of all, the Azores are volcanic islands. If it wasn’t for … Czytaj dalej
When last year one of my friends, looking around in Terceira, told me that she would like to go for a sailing trip in the Azores – I smiled. I thought it was a great idea – but who would … Czytaj dalej
Everybody who visits Terceira has to get to know Biscoitos wine. Biscoitos is the only part of Terceira destined to wine production. A characteristic landscape of black stone walls and bright green vine leaves laying on them is even protected … Czytaj dalej
A few days ago Cristóvam played his first concert in Poland and charmed the audience. And it all started in Terceira over a year ago. Last year, as I’ve already mentioned to you, there were two Polish guys in Terceira. … Czytaj dalej
What are the souvenirs from the Azores that won’t occupy a lot of space in your luggage? Or even no space. Moreover, you can take these souvenirs from the Azores wherever you go. Wherever life leads you. I’ve prepared a … Czytaj dalej
Yesterday I read in an article written by Janina Daily that people living between two countries are called people on a swing. I don’t want to go into details. My intuition told me different things than a definition. So what … Czytaj dalej
You have to fight for what you believe in. An artist has to learn to be vulnerable in front of other people. How it is to be a musician in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean. These and many other … Czytaj dalej
What do do in Terceira in July 2019? First of all, switch on the offline mode and rest! Enjoy the nature, swim in the ocean, see 10 places worth visiting in Terceira, visit Algar do Carvão, go for some Donas … Czytaj dalej
The Sanjoaninas are the biggest profane festival in the whole Azores. It’s 10 days of celebrating St. John’s Day (St. John is in Portuguese São João) and Angra. And now short explanation of two things. The first thing – yes, … Czytaj dalej
ATTENTION! SATA has changed the rules and now only residents and students from the Azores or studying in the Azores can use the free flights between the islands. Details in the Terms and Conditions. If somebody is heading to the … Czytaj dalej
Climbing in the Azores is pure pleasure – that’s what I can tell you. You normally climb here among juicy greenery, with a view for the fields or/and the ocean. Basalt fits your hands and the fresh air lets you … Czytaj dalej
Carnival in Terceira – a big carnival on a small island Carnival (in Portuguese: Carnaval) is one of the events that the islanders are waiting for all year. And the moment it’s over – they cure a cold and wait … Czytaj dalej
Dia de Amigos, Dia de Amigas, Dia de Compadres, Dia de Comadres… The last four Thursdays of the Carnival are extremely intensely celebrated in the Azores. Boyfriends’ (Male Friends’) Day, Girlfriends’ (Female Friends’) Day, Cofathers’ Day and Comothers’ Day are … Czytaj dalej
Portuguese calmness is not as famous in the world as Dutch hygge, although it should be. But maybe first we would need a separate name for this calmness. After all, the unnamed does not exist. So let’s use the word … Czytaj dalej
Go to the Azores and turn on a flight mode. Rest. The Azores are a good place to rest. The proximity of nature makes you forget about the rest of the world. Especially when you’re in a flight mode. Yesterday, … Czytaj dalej
Many of you, going for a trip, wonder how to be a perfect tourist. How to be a responsible tourist? Welcome? The one that the local community will greet with a genuine smile, not with a headache? How to implement … Czytaj dalej
Tourada à corda, or a story about bulls running on the streets I was with a Polish friend who was on Terceira on Erasmus, on a tourada. He spotted someone in a Legia shirt in the crowd (Legia is a … Czytaj dalej
Festas do Espírito Santo – what’s that? Festas do Espírito Santo – the Holy Spirit’s festivities – are one of the most distinguishable Azorean traditions. Their history starts in the 17th century, when Holy Spirit’s cult appeared in mainland Portugal. … Czytaj dalej