Michael Kulchycki
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Incredible experience, this small yet mighty island is a hidden Portuguese treasure. Pico mountain is only a small part, whale watching/museum, swimming, terrific scenery, people, roads, lava tubes (Gruta das Torres) exploration, hotel options, real estate deals, the food is incredible, fresh ingredients from the vine, protected Unesco wine region and Wine museum, will visit again and again. I personally recommend visiting Lajes, Sao Roque and Madalena in that order. Take the boat to Faial or vice versa and you won't regret it. Make your reservations early, this has become a top tourist destination in the Acores/Azores.