Please sign in to post.

Azores Getaways

Some friends and I are planning a trip and the Azores is a possible destination. I saw some reasonably priced packages through an organization called Azores Getaways. Has anyone used them or have any information about them?

Posted by
485 posts

Hello,

I do not want to speak badly of any company, but will say, in my opinion, the following...

I looked over the website, and the cheapest prices are for dates that I do not recommend visiting the Azores. The more expensive dates are for the times I do recommend visiting. This does make business sense.

It is very easy to plan a trip on your own, and have more choices for hotels or apartments in your budget. Even airfare can be found that suits your budget. Delta Air has great prices out of Boston (connecting at JFK) for under $600.00, but you have to pay extra for luggage. This price is for SUMMER flights to Sao Miguel only. Azores Airlines prices are about $900.00. If you don’t mind a few extra hours of travel time, why not save $300.00?

Your lodging can be dramatically cheaper if you rent a house or big apartment for your group. The size of your transportation depends on how many are in your group.

Lastly, if you want to do zero planning for your logistics, then this company will take care of it. If you want to save hundreds of dollars per person, but be responsible for a few hours of research planning, then go this alternative route.

I will send you a PM of my Azores guide that should have all you need to research a trip. If you only want to visit Sao Miguel, then it will be that much easier for your logistics. Whatever plan you decide, I assure you the trip will be unbelievable! Good luck!

Carl

Posted by
11 posts

Carl, I would be interested in your guide if you don't mind sharing.
Thank you!
Cyndi

Posted by
485 posts

Hi Cyndi,

I just emailed the link to my guide to you. Enjoy!

Carl

Posted by
3 posts

Hi Carl,
If you are still seeing your Azores guide via pdf, I would like to receive it.
Thank you!

Posted by
485 posts

Hi Rae,

I sent you a private message with the link to my Azores guide. Enjoy!

Carl

Posted by
2 posts

Carl, we are just in the beginning stages of planning an Azores trip, possibly next June. Your guide would be very helpful and much appreciated!

Posted by
485 posts

Hi Sheryl,

I sent you a private message with the link to my Azores guide. September will have much more updates, as explained in it.

Carl

Posted by
1 posts

Hello Carl,

Can you please send me a copy of your Azores guide? Thank you for your help!

Jennifer

Posted by
485 posts

Espngal8,

I sent you a private message with the link to my Azores guide. Carl

Posted by
485 posts

Princessgreen1,

I sent you the link in a private message. I am writing a major update to the guide during the next few weeks. It will now include 7 of the 9 Azores islands, as well as an expanded “Introduction to the Azores” section.

Carl

Posted by
248 posts

Hi,

I am looking for more information on the Azores. Carl, do you still have your guide? i would love to take a look.

Thanks

Posted by
8322 posts

We love the Azores and have been there twice whille on transatlantic cruises. We found private tours both times that were very cheap. However, this is far different from a package tour including hotels, airfare, etc.

I would campare what you get by doing the trip on your own, booking your own hotels and tours.

Posted by
485 posts

Victoria,

I sent you a private messsage with the link. I am currently writing a major update to my Azores guide including 3 more islands. It will probably be 200 pages or more. I hope to complete the update by October 1.

Carl