Azores by David Sayers Paperback Book

Description: Azores by David Sayers Azores travel guide. Expert tips and holiday advice including itineraries and activities for all nine islands, Ponta Delgada and Horta highlights, walking routes, endemic flora and wildlife. Features UNESCO Biosphere Reserves, Furnas, Santa Maria, São Miguel, Graciosa, Terceira, Faial, Angra do Heroísmo, whalewatching, cycling and horseriding. FORMAT Paperback CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Now in its eighth edition, Bradts Azores remains the only comprehensive guidebook to this nine-island archipelago - a mountainous, nature-lovers wilderness perched in the mid-Atlantic at the western extremity of Europe. One of the worlds best whalewatching destinations, a geological curiosity and - more recently - a mid-Atlantic adventure playground, the Azores have become ever more accessible thanks to low-cost European flights. The nine islands making up the Azorean archipelago share volcanic origins, albeit from different eras, so each rugged landscape boasts a unique feel. The approach to tourism also differs from island to island: while São Miguel welcomes a rising number of cruise ships and international flights, and Faial is a busy hub for trans-ocean yachts, tiny Corvo and gentle Santa Maria remain almost untouched. The Gulf Stream guarantees a mild climate and plenty of greenery: a pleasant environment for this easily accessible, safe, welcoming and authentic mid-haul destination. With each island treated to its own chapter, Bradts Azores provides all the details a visitor needs for a rewarding, enjoyable visit to an archipelago where cows outnumber people. Author and expert botanist David Sayers shares his deep knowledge about flora, fauna and geology that are integral to getting to know the islands. This new edition - thoroughly updated by prolific guidebook author Tim Burford - strengthens coverage of the land- and sea-based activities that have become a significant part of the Azores attractions this century while providing the most recent practical information such as where to stay and eat in every price band. Five centuries of human history are well documented in a host of museums spread across the islands, which explain the fluctuating fortunes and strategic importance of the archipelago through the centuries. Attractive architecture, carefully preserved festivals, four islands with UNESCO Biosphere Reserve status and thermal pools complete what is a very agreeable picture. Little wonder then that the Azores attracts geologists, birdwatchers, whalewatchers, horseriders, walkers, mountaineers bent on climbing Portugals highest peak (on Pico island), divers, surfers, sailors, mountain-bikers and canyoners - indeed anyone who loves nature or the great outdoors in all its forms. AUTHORS: David Sayers is a horticulturist and author who studied at Royal Botanic Gardens Kew and overseas, and has spent a lifetime exploring the world for plants. Running a travel company for 26 years, in 1984 he pioneered the first walking/botanical tour to the Azores. Sayers has been going back ever since, enjoying numerous excellent hikes on all nine islands, and has led many tours, sharing his enthusiasm for Azorean life. As the islands have gradually joined the modern world without losing their native charm, Sayers journey has been one of constant discovery, finding new walks, new eateries and new interests. One of his keenest memories was offshore, spotting fin, blue and pilot whales in one magical morning off Ponta Delgada. Sayers has also helped restore several of São Miguels historic gardens, which are now visitor must-sees. Even after a lifetime of worldwide travel, the Azores remain his favourite destination. Tim Burford studied languages at Oxford University. In 1991, after five years as a publisher, he began writing guidebooks for Bradt, firstly on hiking in east-central Europe and then on backpacking and ecotourism in Latin America, particularly Chile, Argentina and Uruguay. He has now written nine books for Bradt (and updated multiple others), his publications stretching from Uruguay to Uzbekistan, as well as writing Rough Guides to Romania, Alaska and Wales. Burford also leads hiking trips in Europes mountains, takes any excuse to get on a bike and explore (whether in his hometown of Cambridge or further afield), flies only across oceans (and as rarely as possible) and blogs at unraveltravel.org. Author Biography David Sayers is a horticulturist and author who studied at Royal Botanic Gardens Kew and overseas, and has spent a lifetime exploring the world for plants. Running a travel company for 26 years, in 1984 he pioneered the first walking/botanical tour to the Azores. Sayers has been going back ever since, enjoying numerous excellent hikes on all nine islands, and has led many tours, sharing his enthusiasm for Azorean life. As the islands have gradually joined the modern world without losing their native charm, Sayers journey has been one of constant discovery, finding new walks, new eateries and new interests. One of his keenest memories was offshore, spotting fin, blue and pilot whales in one magical morning off Ponta Delgada. Sayers has also helped restore several of São Miguels historic gardens, which are now visitor must-sees. Even after a lifetime of worldwide travel, the Azores remain his favourite destination. Table of Contents Foreword by Ben FogleIntroductionPART ONE GENERAL INFORMATIONChapter 1 Background InformationGeography and climate, Natural history and conservation, History, Government and politics, Economy, People, Language, Religion, CultureChapter 2 Practical InformationWhen to visit, Highlights, Planning an itinerary: which islands?, Tour operators, Tourist information, Red tape, Getting there and away, Health, Safety, Travelling with a disability, LGBTQIA+ travellers,Travelling with kids, What to take, Money and budgeting, Getting around, Accommodation, Eating and drinking, Public holidays and festivals, Shopping, Arts and entertainment, Sports and activities,Media and communications, Cultural etiquette, Travelling positivelyPART TWO EASTERN GROUPChapter 3 São MiguelBackground, Getting there and away, Getting around, Tourist information, Ponta Delgada, Sports and activities, Walks on Sao Miguel, Touring the islandChapter 4 Santa MariaBackground, Getting there and away, Getting around, Tourist information, Where to stay, Where to eat and drink, Other practicalities, What to see and do, Walks on Santa Maria, Touring the islandPART THREE CENTRAL GROUPChapter 5 TerceiraBackground, Getting there and away, Getting around, Tourist information, Where to stay, Where to eat and drink, Other practicalities, What to see and do, Walks on Terceira, Touring the islandChapter 6 GraciosaBackground, Getting there and away, Getting around, Tourist information, Where to stay, Where to eat and drink, Nightlife, Shopping, Other practicalities, What to see and do, Walks on Graciosa, Touring the islandChapter 7 São JorgeBackground, Getting there and away, Getting around, Tourist information, Where to stay, Where to eat and drink, Nightlife, Other practicalities, What to see and do, Walks on Sao Jorge, Touring the islandChapter 8 FaialBackground, Getting there and away, Getting around, Tourist information, Where to stay, Where to eat and drink, Entertainment and nightlife, Shopping, Other practicalities, What to see and do, Walks on Faial, Touring the islandChapter 9 PicoBackground, Getting there and away, Getting around, Tourist information, Where to stay, Where to eat and drink, Shopping, Other practicalities, What to see and do, Walks on Pico, Touring the islandPART FOUR WESTERN GROUPChapter 10 FloresBackground, Getting there and away, Getting around, Tourist information, Where to stay, Where to eat and drink, Other practicalities, What to see and do, Walks on Flores, Touring the islandChapter 11 CorvoBackground, Getting there and away, Getting around, Tourist information, Where to stay, Where to eat and drink, Other practicalities, What to see and do, Walks on CorvoAppendix 1 LanguageAppendix 2 FloraAppendix 3 Fish on the menuAppendix 4 Further informationIndex Promotional ·Remains the only detailed guidebook available to the Azores·Covers each of the nine islands·Written by a botanical expert - rich in detail about flora, fauna and geology·Updated by prolific guidebook author Tim Burford·Increasingly popular destination·Weekly budget flights from the UK continue to operateAbout Bradt Travel Guides·Founded in 1974, Bradt is now the largest independent guidebook publisher in the UK with over 200 titles in print·Serial winner of the Gold award for Best Guidebook Series in the Wanderlust Reader Travel Awards·Bradt guides are written by authors who really know their destinations. Many are resident there, or have been visiting regularly over a number of years.·Each new Bradt guide is backed by a dedicated press and social media campaign Details ISBN1804691739 Publisher Bradt Travel Guides Edition Description 8th Revised edition Series Bradt Travel Guides Year 2024 Edition 8th ISBN-13 9781804691731 Format Paperback Publication Date 2024-11-08 Imprint Bradt Travel Guides Place of Publication Buckinghamshire Country of Publication United Kingdom UK Release Date 2024-11-08 Author David Sayers Audience General ISBN-10 1804691739 Pages 328 DEWEY 914.6990444 Alternative 9781804693124 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:168401537;

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