Azores
Quiet, understated luxury
that’s profoundly local.
"Pico's wine is such a highlight - it tastes of the sea, but in a good way! You could spend hours sat with a cold glass watching the view across the lava vineyards down to the ocean."
—Sarah Wightman, Pura Aventura
Places That Stay With You



Pico
Perched in the heart of the lava vineyards, with Pico Volcano behind and the ocean below, this little place feels quietly extraordinary.

Faial
After a day exploring Faial, few things beat settling into a quiet corner with a book and the ocean for company.

Pico
Families find their own slice of paradise at a two-bedroom villa by the ocean, with time for a swim in the pool and a swing in the hammock.
Pura Intelligence
There’s nothing artificial about our opinions. We’re independent, so what you read here comes from real experience - and a genuine love for the few places we choose to share.
When to Go

Time your visit right and you’ll see whales diving, hydrangeas in bloom, and seabirds calling with some of the strangest sounds on earth.