May 24, 2026
My New Book Is Here
I am pleased to report that The Peregrine Falcon from Schiffer Books -- the folks who did such a beautiful…
On friends' recommendation, spent five full days on Sao Miguel Island in the Azores.
What an amazing and beautiful place. Friendly people, great food, amazing sights, and flowers everywhere.
Highlights included the picturesque port city of Ponta Delgada, a tea plantation, the volcanic Furnas region, and the spectacular volcanic crater at Sete Cidades (above), a paradise for hang gliders. Black-sand beaches and seaside cacti, too.
Here are some scenes from our trip. Click on an image to enlatge. (The token bird is a Yellow Wagtail.)
Looks beautiful !
Wow! I’m ready to go after seeing those pics. Thanks for sharing.
So amazing. Never knew anyone who traveled there
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Barbara
Looks beautiful !
Bruce Davis
Wow! I’m ready to go after seeing those pics. Thanks for sharing.
Sally
So amazing. Never knew anyone who traveled there