IN THE MOOD FOR AZORES: PART 1 | São Miguel Island | Travel Guide to Azores (Açores), Portugal

The Azores Islands (Ilhas dos Açores) - Portugal's best kept secret? I think so. This stunning archipelago in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean, these nine magnificent islands located somewhere between Europe and North America, are a true adventurer's dream. Like a hidden paradise, a glorious Eden that's preserved, unspoilt, and unblemished, celebrated as some of the rawest, purest nature that exist on this Earth.
PART 1 of this Azores series offers you a tour around São Miguel Island, so-called "Ilha Verde", the Green Island. This shows you some of the best places to see and things to do, from Ponta Delgada to Furnas and Sete Cidades. Experience hot springs and thermal pools, visit botanical gardens and parks, eat local dishes and gastronomy, and hike to see the best viewpoints imaginable.
Recommended: Renting a car in Azores is an absolute must!
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CHAPTERS
00:00 Introduction to Azores
01:54 What Azores reminded me of
02:27 What to expect in Azores
03:28 On this trip to Azores
03:44 Part 1: São Miguel
04:04 Ponta Delgada
05:13 Gastronomy of Azores
06:43 Furnas
07:15 The Fumaroles of Furnas
08:06 Cozido das Furnas
09:01 Parque Terra Nostra
10:18 Poça da Dona Beija
10:59 Praia do Fogo
11:23 Driving around São Miguel
11:47 Stoicism and the ever-changing weather of Azores
13:11 Sete Cidades: Attempt No. 2
13:59 Lagoa da Sete Cidades
14:21 Lagoa do Canário
14:44 Miradouro da Grota do Inferno
15:32 Miradouro Vista Rei
15:44 Azores feels like hope...
16:48 Next on In The Mood for Azores...

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  • @herminiobotelho3393
    @herminiobotelho33936 күн бұрын

    The Azores archipelago is beautiful

  • @briansilva4643
    @briansilva4643Ай бұрын

    Wow. I’ve been 3 times as my parents are from here. This is the first video of Sao Miguel that truly gives justice to its beauty and serenity. Absolutely incredible. You’ve really captured the essence of the island.

  • @MonseJones
    @MonseJones19 күн бұрын

    Absolutely loved the voice over. Great job on the video.

  • @danielle5187
    @danielle518710 ай бұрын

    Amazing😍 Been on this island last week. It was incredibly beautiful also went to Madeira same magical feeling when you're standing on the famous viewpoints. 😍 I was standing there and I thought how beautiful is the earth. Special moment for me to be thankful for. Your video brings me back to that moment.

  • @paulodeoliveira3368
    @paulodeoliveira336810 ай бұрын

    Thank you for this ephemeral photographic and videographic journey.

  • @isabellaa9310
    @isabellaa931010 ай бұрын

    I was there for 9 days. It had been 11 years since my last visit. It’s still the most beautiful island (imo) - missing it sm! Great video capturing its divinity.

  • @myrasavage786
    @myrasavage78610 ай бұрын

    Wow! This is a work of art to the highest level! Nature at its finest and with the quality of your work, it brings so much life to every shot! I’ve watched it over and over again and made me feel I have travelled with you in Azores! Amazing work, Jan! Well done! 🎉🎉❤❤

  • @davidteek
    @davidteek10 ай бұрын

    Worth waiting for as usual. Beautiful job and confirmation that it's somewhere one needs to go

  • @inthemoodforlife_official

    @inthemoodforlife_official

    10 ай бұрын

    Thank you, Mr Teek! I hope this is your sign to visit Azores immediately 🏝️🌸☀️

  • @shreddedlikesteve
    @shreddedlikesteve11 күн бұрын

    Amazing video!

  • @mariainesxf5940
    @mariainesxf594010 ай бұрын

    I recommend Flores for your next trip to Açores! 🌸🌸🌸 Just to add: I love the way you make me fall in love again with my own country with every video.

  • @inthemoodforlife_official

    @inthemoodforlife_official

    10 ай бұрын

    I cannot wait to visit and explore more islands in this archipelago! I’m also very pleased to contribute to your appreciation of your own country. This is my new home, and it’s my way of honouring this place.

  • @madalinarapeanu5205
    @madalinarapeanu520510 ай бұрын

    You "sell" destinations like no other!I've heard of the Azores,but your videos an d the way you discribe it made me fall in love with it.Can't wait for the opportunity to go there.Looking forward for part 2.

  • @inthemoodforlife_official

    @inthemoodforlife_official

    10 ай бұрын

    How delightful, thank you! Please do go to Azores one day and let me know your impressions!

  • @misssophie8094
    @misssophie809410 ай бұрын

    Such an amazing video ❤ I visited the Azores some years ago together with friends and it was so, so beautiful! 🌻🏵️✨

  • @inthemoodforlife_official

    @inthemoodforlife_official

    10 ай бұрын

    That makes me happy to hear! Azores is indeed so beautiful. This video is just a hint of how beautiful the place is. Glad you had a great time there!

  • @jameshaddan8538
    @jameshaddan853810 ай бұрын

    The Azores look stunning and your video did them justice - superb job, thank you! The Azores are now on my travel “must do” list…though I’m having fantasies of moving there.

  • @inthemoodforlife_official

    @inthemoodforlife_official

    10 ай бұрын

    Thank you very much. The Azores looks even more stunning in reality!

  • @VictorPMarcos
    @VictorPMarcos10 ай бұрын

    Janz, You produce amazing videos. Parabéns and ...thank you!

  • @inthemoodforlife_official

    @inthemoodforlife_official

    10 ай бұрын

    Muito obrigado! Appreciate your comment here, as always 🙏

  • @margreetkarelsen2740
    @margreetkarelsen27409 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much for this video, the feeling I have that I need to go there, to find nature again in all its greatness, you showed it to me.🥰

  • @_juan.joao_
    @_juan.joao_10 ай бұрын

    Excellent video, thank you! Words can't describe the beauty of these islands! They are in my bucket list!

  • @kellybob5657
    @kellybob56579 ай бұрын

    I visited Sao Miguel in June this year. Wow, just wow. It's the most beautiful island you can imagine. I can't wait to return one day

  • @tonyg9130

    @tonyg9130

    3 ай бұрын

    Would you live there ?

  • @kellybob5657

    @kellybob5657

    3 ай бұрын

    @tonyg9130 I think I probably could 😀

  • @nadia.lewis.
    @nadia.lewis.10 ай бұрын

    I'm always glad to see new episodes of this series.

  • @melobulldog
    @melobulldog8 ай бұрын

    This video is beautifully done. My family is from São Miguel and you captured it perfectly. Thank you.

  • @journeybeyonddestination-go
    @journeybeyonddestination-go4 ай бұрын

    What a beautiful journey you've taken us on! The narration, music, and cinematography are, as you said, moving! Thank you for such a gift of beauty!

  • @caspian7907
    @caspian790710 ай бұрын

    The Azores has such a homely feel to it. I went for my 20th and now I'm going again!

  • @Jetmab04
    @Jetmab045 ай бұрын

    The Azores are absolutely stunning 💕💓💕

  • @rhondakusper759
    @rhondakusper7596 ай бұрын

    You truly are the best Janz! You bring magic to travel! Thank you for all you do to inspire us!

  • @NunoFranca
    @NunoFranca10 ай бұрын

    What an incredible video! I think this is one of the most passionate videos about the Azores, in this case, São Miguel island! I loved the images, but mainly, the way you tell us all about your experience! Congrats for that! I can’t wait to see what’s next on Pico island video! 😃👌

  • @inthemoodforlife_official

    @inthemoodforlife_official

    10 ай бұрын

    I’m glad you think so! Thanks for your wonderful comment, and happy to hear that you enjoyed this Azores video. I’m passionate about this place, and i can’t wait to share Part 2 soon!

  • @NunoFranca

    @NunoFranca

    10 ай бұрын

    @@inthemoodforlife_official Looking forward to watch the second part! :)

  • @kindeveryone
    @kindeveryone9 ай бұрын

    Always a pleasure watching your videos 🎉 obrigadoo

  • @ilicm992
    @ilicm99210 ай бұрын

    Wooow now i am really hyped about visiting the Azores! I really enjoyed your outlook on the world and life... great job with editing and everything! i am really impressed ... maybe have shed a tear or two....

  • @kellybob5657

    @kellybob5657

    9 ай бұрын

    It really is so beautiful there. I visited this year and am itching to go back already

  • @josegouveia890
    @josegouveia89010 ай бұрын

    Beautiful video são miguel azores beautiful island good job

  • @joseoliveira3691
    @joseoliveira369110 ай бұрын

    I only have one word fantastic

  • @burnedmyrrh
    @burnedmyrrh10 ай бұрын

    😍🤩😍🤩😍❤🤩❤🤩 That's how much I adore, am obsessed with your vlog here😘

  • @luisquintero2992
    @luisquintero299210 ай бұрын

    Pal, I LOVE your videos!!! 👍 (I'm at work right now but later today I will watch it)

  • @inthemoodforlife_official

    @inthemoodforlife_official

    10 ай бұрын

    A great BIG thank you! Hope this inspires you today!

  • @nancyzhang1520
    @nancyzhang15204 ай бұрын

    Wow, what a beautiful presentation! Love the cinematography, narration and the music 😊

  • @xanderjones2747
    @xanderjones27478 ай бұрын

    Love the cinematography!

  • @megbaptista9084
    @megbaptista90847 ай бұрын

    It's beautiful 💥 Thank you 🙏💜

  • @mrbeankate
    @mrbeankate10 ай бұрын

    Leaving to Sao miguel next week. Can't wait!

  • @mantonr8897
    @mantonr88973 ай бұрын

    Lovely!

  • @JPVLDRodrigues
    @JPVLDRodrigues10 ай бұрын

    Impeccable as usual! Truly inspiring.

  • @inthemoodforlife_official

    @inthemoodforlife_official

    10 ай бұрын

    Wow, thank you very much! I’m glad you found this inspiring!

  • @JPVLDRodrigues

    @JPVLDRodrigues

    10 ай бұрын

    @@inthemoodforlife_official my favorites will always be the ones about Alentejo. That's where my heart resides.

  • @ginkodragon
    @ginkodragon7 ай бұрын

    My great great grandfather were from the Azores, but moved his family to Hawaii. Blood sausages was something that my father always loved.

  • @LukeBits
    @LukeBits9 ай бұрын

    Amazing! I am already in Love

  • @MafaldaBotelho29
    @MafaldaBotelho2910 ай бұрын

    Açores, diamantes do Atlântico ❤

  • @gokceberkkan7770
    @gokceberkkan777010 ай бұрын

    Great video👌🏻 Thanks for the tips!

  • @soupheaven
    @soupheaven10 ай бұрын

    Janz your videos are always beautiful and so well produced. You have inspired me to visit a lot of these places! Can I ask what model camera you use?

  • @awiseclimber
    @awiseclimber5 ай бұрын

    Amazing video. Thank you

  • @MikeLikesToTravel
    @MikeLikesToTravel2 ай бұрын

    I've been there before, but your insights have given me a whole new perspective. Can't wait to revisit the Azores ❤

  • @manuelgalego9592
    @manuelgalego9592Ай бұрын

    Your work is simply stunning.

  • @josecosta7974
    @josecosta797410 ай бұрын

    Great job guys❤

  • @ninijo1234
    @ninijo123410 ай бұрын

    Don’t miss out on Madeira if you have the chance! Sunrise at Pico do Aeriero is one of those unforgettable moments for me. Thanks for your videos on Portugal because it did help me in my planning in my previous trip!

  • @GoTravelPlanet
    @GoTravelPlanet10 ай бұрын

    Awesome Janz, excellent work!

  • @susanyeung4165
    @susanyeung416528 күн бұрын

    Amazing video. I felt like I was watching a documentary. You've convinced me to go to Azores. We will go there next year :)

  • @formigator
    @formigator9 ай бұрын

    I went to Sao Miguel two weeks ago .. playing at Bliss festival.. nice island

  • @ashleysworld24
    @ashleysworld246 ай бұрын

    Beautiful video

  • @amirarabi3249
    @amirarabi324910 ай бұрын

    thank you . nice

  • @Diversusmilitary
    @Diversusmilitary10 ай бұрын

    Amazing editing! Wow!!!!!!!

  • @markspurgeon8084
    @markspurgeon80849 ай бұрын

    Great video.

  • @janelightning73
    @janelightning735 сағат бұрын

    There it goes...tourist city.

  • @neoarmour
    @neoarmour7 ай бұрын

    Amazing production and narration. Subbed

  • @jonathanflores9874
    @jonathanflores98748 ай бұрын

    I didn't know this place existed for almost my entire life! I saw a documentary on the major natural disaster that happened over 80 yrs ago. There alot of the refugees ended up in the US. They would say Ohio sucks compared to their homeland lol this place looks like a fairy tale. I want to visit so bad

  • @tiagoliu3434
    @tiagoliu343410 ай бұрын

    Beautiful!!!

  • @inthemoodforlife_official

    @inthemoodforlife_official

    10 ай бұрын

    Thank you!!

  • @tiagoliu3434

    @tiagoliu3434

    10 ай бұрын

    You´re welcome

  • @elizac8997
    @elizac89972 ай бұрын

    Great video and excellent documentation! ❤ In which month did you travel there?

  • @inthemoodforlife_official

    @inthemoodforlife_official

    2 ай бұрын

    Thank you very much! This was all filmed in September.

  • @paulodeoliveira3368
    @paulodeoliveira336810 ай бұрын

    So underrated. This is an 11 million sub channel quality! #KZread #algorithm #ytalgo

  • @inthemoodforlife_official

    @inthemoodforlife_official

    10 ай бұрын

    Thank you! Just putting it out there just in case the Universe is listening. 😉

  • @rafaeldeoliveira3676
    @rafaeldeoliveira36768 ай бұрын

    The drama lol. well done.

  • @karenayla449
    @karenayla4499 ай бұрын

    Amazing video as usual…. What time of the month did you go? Thank you …

  • @HGracy1995
    @HGracy19959 ай бұрын

    Hello Janz! Really nice video, and amazing footages as well! I'm going there next week and I wanted to ask, how did you get the authorizations to fly the drones in the island? Thank ylu so much for your help!

  • @neoarmour
    @neoarmour7 ай бұрын

    I recommend going to Poca da dona beija at night. It's beautifully lit up

  • @sureis4907
    @sureis490710 ай бұрын

    Adoro os teus vídeos beijinhos de Sintra

  • @inthemoodforlife_official

    @inthemoodforlife_official

    10 ай бұрын

    Muito obrigado! Obrigado por ver meus videos

  • @taryndaigle7925
    @taryndaigle792510 ай бұрын

    I will be there in Sao Miguel this Saturday, any tips for must do activities, places to eat or things to see, etc? Love the video! 😊

  • @inthemoodforlife_official

    @inthemoodforlife_official

    10 ай бұрын

    That sounds great! Have fun there. All the tips I have are in this video 😉

  • @antonioaparicio328
    @antonioaparicio32810 ай бұрын

    As “Pérolas do Atlântico“ (The Pearls of the Atlantic) 👏

  • @inthemoodforlife_official

    @inthemoodforlife_official

    10 ай бұрын

    Exatamente!

  • @anadossantos1429
    @anadossantos142910 ай бұрын

    💚💚💚🙏

  • @Dragon.2024.
    @Dragon.2024.10 ай бұрын

    Scuba diving is also a must do in Azores.

  • @inthemoodforlife_official

    @inthemoodforlife_official

    10 ай бұрын

    That’s something I must do someday.

  • @laurentravers4988
    @laurentravers4988Ай бұрын

    What time of year did you go to the Azores? You mentioned it was outside of tourist season...Thanks!

  • @rebeccaelgrichi68
    @rebeccaelgrichi685 ай бұрын

    How many days would you recommend here?

  • @everydaywarriors
    @everydaywarriorsАй бұрын

    Good day, what's the violin music playing at 13:00. Thank you.

  • @katiefenster6683
    @katiefenster66835 ай бұрын

    Anyone know what time of year this was? I'm thinking of going on April but don't know if it'll be lush and pretty.

  • @inthemoodforlife_official

    @inthemoodforlife_official

    5 ай бұрын

    This was filmed in September! I imagine in April, it would look the same, I’ve heard it’s always green in Açores

  • @nadeemgill8501
    @nadeemgill85019 ай бұрын

    I think its ponta delgada not Sao Miguel

  • @alanmartins6349
    @alanmartins63496 ай бұрын

    Love it. Are you planning on doing Terceira?

  • @inthemoodforlife_official

    @inthemoodforlife_official

    6 ай бұрын

    Thanks! One day I hope!