Familiarization Trip São Miguel Island The Azores October, A legacy that works. By the Azores Office

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1 Familiarization Trip São Miguel Island The Azores October, 2016 A legacy that works By the Azores Office

2 Day By Day Date Morning Lunch Time Afternoon Evening Day 1 20 th October 18h20 - Arrival São Miguel airport Transfer, meet and great by Abreu Staff 20h00 - Dinner at Royal Garden Day 2 21 st October 09h00 Exploring S. Miguel Island 13h00 - Lunch at Green Love Restaurant 14h30 Continuation of the tour 20h00 - Dinner at Alcides Restaurant Day 3 22 nd October 09h00 Sea & Land Adventure 13h00 - Lunch at Casino Terra Nostra 14h30 - Visit Hotel Terra Nostra and the Botanical Garden. 15h30 Visit Furnas Boutique Hotel 20h00 Dinner at Paladares da Quinta Day 4 23 th October 07h00 Departure transfer to airport.

3 São Miguel The Green Island S. Miguel (São Miguel), known as "The Green Island", is the largest and most populated island of the Azores as well as the home to the Presidency of the Autonomous Region of the Azores. S. Miguel Island has a surfasse ( superfície) area of approximately 293 square miles (759 km2). The island covers 759 km2 (293 sq mi) and has around 150,000 inhabitants, 50,000 of them located in Ponta Delgada the largest city in the archipelago. S. Miguel's diverse scenery is a pleasant awakening ( paisagem diversificada de São Miguel) to visitors, with beautiful lakes, sandy beaches, rolling hills( Colinas), high mountains, green plains and blue ocean. S. Miguel is unlike any other destination in the world. Once you come you will want to come back

4 Arrival to the Mystical Atlantis! Day 1 Thursday 20 th October 18h20 Estimated arrival time at João Paulo II Airport, you will be greeted by representative of Abreu Destination Management s ground staff. Board Abreu private coach and depart towards Ponta Delgada City. Arrival, at Hotel Royal Garden, an enchanting 4-star hotel in the center of the City. 19h00 - Check-in at the Hotel 20h00 - Dinner will be served in the Hotel restaurant. Overnight at hotel.

5 Exploring the Island of S. Miguel Day 2 Friday 21 st October Breakfast at Hotel. 09h00 - After breakfast, you will have a possibility to visit Coliseu Micaelense and Teatro Micaelense two emblematic sites for venues. Coliseu Micaelense - In the centre of Ponta Delgada, the Coliseu Micaelense is a recently renovated, versatile theatre, which can be used for diverse events. Teatro Micaelense - The theatre can be adjusted to specific needs, providing space for meetings, exhibitions, eating areas, gala dinners and diverse celebrations. 10h00 Departure to an unforgettable ride in a 4x4 vehicle, that is one of the best ways to visit the island.

6 Lost in Nature Day 2 Friday 21 st October This tour takes you through the rim of the caldeira of Sete Cidades, which is famous for the beauty of its lakes and surrounding hills. Along the way, the tour will also take you to many other picturesque spots, including lakes (Lagoa das Empadadas, Lagoa de Santiago) 13h00 - Lunch will take place at Green Love restaurant, facing the Sete Cidades Lake. 14h30 After the fantastic lunch, we shall continue our adventure to the magnificent Fire Lake (Lagoa do Fogo), stopping at belvedere from where we can see the northern and southern coasts of the island. Throughout the journey, we appreciate the fascinating landscape. Back to Royal Garden Hotel

7 Farewell Dinner Day 2 Friday 21 st October 20h00 - Meet in lobby and depart for a lovely dinner at Alcides restaurant in the heart of Ponta Delgada. The restaurant Alcides" is a reference of huge quality, undoubtedly the most recognized and famous Azorean restaurant. In addition to the exceptional and unique "Steak Alcides", internationally recognized for all the great lovers of meat, one can find daily fresh fish and a varied menu of Azorean dishes. Dress code: Smart casual Return to the Hotel Royal Garden and overnight

8 Sea & Land Experience Day 3 Saturday 22 nd October Breakfast at Hotel 09h00 This morning you will have a unique opportunity to be both out in the open water and to get very close to sea life. On board of our boats we give you the possibility to watch the magnificent South Coast of S. Miguel Island and observe marine birds, flying fishes, turtles, dolphins and whales, in their natural environment. The boat sits low on the water (speed boat) so you will be close enough to touch the dolphins. An unforgettable experience! 12h00 Disembark in the traditional village of Vila Franca do Campo where we will have a soft drink. Now that we relaxed, time to go to Furnas, where we have lunch.

9 Volcanic Enchantment Day 3 Saturday 22 nd October 13h00 - The lunch will be the "Cozido das Furnas, prepared in volcanic calderas, that has a unique and unforgettable flavor. It will be served at Casino Terra Nostra. This Former Casino was built in the 1930s, and is a perfect place to have Lunch. 14h30 Visit to Hotel Terra Nostra Garden, a 4 star hotel that is located in the mystic Furnas Valley next to a centenary botanical garden, that is famous for its extraordinary collection of native plants on the Azores. 15h30 Visit to Furnas Boutique Hotel, a 4 star hotel, that is located in the unique area of the Furnas. Surrounded by an immense natural beauty allowing our soul to relax and connect with nature. We ll also have a soft drink at this fabulous place. Back to Royal Garden Hotel

10 Hidden Gem Day 3 Saturday 22 nd October 20h00 - Meet in lobby and depart for a lovely dinner at Paladares da Quinta Restaurant, situated in the quiet area of Lagoa where tranquility is the guest of honor. This unique restaurant is surrounded by the tranquility of its unique outdoor space, offering over 6000 square meters farm with fully grown trees and beautiful gardens. Indulge yourself with its exquisite traditional Portuguese Cuisine with a twist. As the majority of the dishes are cooked on wood-fire oven, ultimately giving the meal a special taste. Dress code: Smart casual Return to the Hotel Royal Garden and overnight

11 Au Revoir Day 4 Sunday 23 th October Unfortunately it s time to say goodbye to São Miguel! 06h30 Breakfast at the Hotel 06h45 Meet in the lobby of the Hotel 07h00 Transfer to Ponta Delgada Airport to catch the flight to Lisbon. 08h25 S4 320 Ponta Delgada Lisbon ( Arrival at Local Time) We hope you have enjoyed your stay among us and that São Miguel will remain forever in your hearts.

12 Useful Information Abreu DMC Azores Joana Guedes da Silva Area Manager Azores Office Av. D. João III, 30 R/C Ponta Delgada São Miguel Azores Portugal Fax: Tel: Website: Hotel Royal Garden Rua de Lisboa Ponta Delgada S. Miguel - Açores Tel: Average Weather October Maximum Temperature 22ºC ; Minimum Temperature 19ºC Recommended Dress Code: Casual during the day (confortable shoes) Smart casual for the evenings With the support of :

13 Useful Information Travel Tips: Money and currency: The currency in Portugal is the Euro ( ), the monetary unit of the European Union. Banks are open from 8:30 AM to 3 PM on weekdays. Portugal has a national network of cash machines (ATMs) identified by the symbol MB (Multibanco), from which you can withdraw cash 24 hours a day. Recognized international credit cards are commonly accepted by businesses in Portugal. Retail establishments usually display logos of the cards they accept. When making a payment with a credit card, expect to be asked to show your passport or photo ID. Tipping is not mandatory. In all establishments, service is included with the price of the meal or drink. However, tipping is still a common practice at bars and restaurants, and in hotels and taxis, depending on the total price and the generosity of the client. It is usually around five to ten percent of the total price. Health care and safety: The national number for emergencies is 112. It can be dialed at any time of the day or night from anywhere. Although you will be treated in case of emergency, you will need to pay for medical attention, so you are advised to purchase health insurance. Languages and religion: Portuguese is the official language in the entire Portuguese territory. Freedom of religion is a constitutional right. Although the majority of the population is Catholic, other religions are also practiced, all of which have their own places of worship.

14 Our essence Abreu, is a Destination Management Company, part of the Abreu Travel Group, featuring own operational offices in Portugal (Lisbon, Algarve, Madeira, Oporto and Azores Islands), in Spain (Madrid and Barcelona) and in Brazil (Rio de Janeiro and Sao Paulo). The company is sustained on regional teams of highly trained and dynamic multilingual professionals, managed by an experienced leading team, and whose mission is to provide creative and innovative solutions, and excellence on destination management services, adding value to the client and to the destinations where actively operate. Eco-Green Planet Abreu truly believes and incentivizes a social responsibility towards local communities, associations or organizations that require, beyond any governmental aid, additional support or financial stability. We have an extensive history of developing actions in order to give back to communities through the efforts of our employee s and clients. It s with great pleasure that we invite you and your company to join us in this great cause, as well as seeking out for communities that need our help. Join us, an extra pair of hands is always helpful! Abreu defends the philosophy that a greener planet is better for the environment, communities and everyone around us. It s in our best interest to suggest green activities and green proposals for your event among us. We always bear in mind the use of recyclable items, bio disposable products, nature orientated activities, and ideas on how to reduce water and CO2 emissions. Please let us know if you want us to provide alternative and greener options for your next event with us.

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