Terceira Island is located approximately 90 miles off Sao Miguel and 66 miles off Faial, and has a surface area of 148 sq. miles (382 km2). The international airport, located in 'Lajes', about 2 miles from the city of 'Praia da Vitoria', serves both civilian and military needs, and includes both the Military Command for the Azores as well as an important American Air Force Base. Terceira is the second most populated Azorean island with 58000 inhabitants.

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TERCEIRA, PORTUGAL

Culture & Information

Terceira is an island in the Azores that belongs to Portugal. This island is home to 58,000 people. This island is known for its bullfights which are held by local villagers. This happens from spring to fall and is part of the Terceiran culture.

HISTORY

Early History
a few amount of rocks called “Hypogea” were found on the island if Terceira which show signs of a possible settlement that could be as old as 2000 B.C.
The date of Terceira’s founding is not confirmed.

Middle Ages
In the 15th Century, the Azores was the only part of Portugal’s Oversea empire that could hold back the Spanish. Spain demanded Portugal to surrender, but Portugal refused.

Modern
In 2001, a plane ran out of fuel while in the air, and safely landed on Terceira. In 2003, George Bush met with other nation leaders in Terceira to discuss the invasion of Iraq.

ATTRACTIONS

Algar do Carvao
The Algar do Carvao is an ancient volcanic “vent” in Terceira. It is best to visit in the summer, and there is a great story to be heard about how the cave was formed.



Monte Brasil
Monte Brasil is what remains of a volcano. There was a fortress built on it that includes a view of the entire nearby city.

Praia dos Biscoitos
Praia dos Biscoitos is a great way to spend your day outdoors. You can swim your day away at a beach with unique-formed rocks and splashing waves.

Rua de Se
Rua de Se provides you with historic walking areas which have great scenery. You can see historic landmarks here. This would be a great walk for history lovers, and scenery lovers. This place also looks great in the winter.

Se Cathedral
The Se Cathedral of Angra do Heroismo is a cathedral and another great attraction is Terceira.  This cathedral was built in the 16th century and definitely shows it in its architecture.

Museu do Vino
This is a winery as well as a museum. Wine tasting will be a fun activity for couples, and a tour of the area will also be nice. Those who are interested in wine will not want to miss this.

ACCOMMODATIONS

Low Price

Name: Terceira Mar Hotel
Price: CAN $89.00
Location & Information: Located on the south coast of Tarceira. Pool. Restaurant. Fitness centre with gym. Workout room. Tennis court. Bar. Lounge. Hot tub. Room service. Free parking. Meeting rooms. Business centre with internet access. Free breakfast. Laundry service. Concierge. Banquet room. Multilingual staff. Self-serve laundry. Free Wi-Fi.

Name: Hotel do Caracol
Price: CAD $89.00
Location & Information: Located in south Terceira. Pool. Room service. Free parking. Restaurant. Fitness centre with gym and workout centre. Bar. Lounge. Spa. Free breakfast. Pets allowed. Business centre with internet access. Banquet room. Free Wi-Fi.

Name: Hotel Beira Mar
Price: CAD $67
Location & Information: Located in south Terceira. Restaurant. Bar and lounge. Minibar in the rooms. Free parking. Laundry service. Concierge. Free Wi-Fi.

Name: Hotel Zenite
Price: CAD $64
Location & Information: Located on the south coast of Terceira. Air conditioning. Free parking. Laundry service. Free Wi-Fi.

Medium Price hotels are the same as Low Price hotels due to most hotels in Terceira being very similar in price and quality.

DOCUMENTATION

Passports
-Passport must be valid for at least 3 months after return from trip.

Visas
- Non-EU residents that wish to visit Portugal need to register for a visa.


SAFETY AND VACCINATIONS

Crime Rate
-The crime rate in Terceira is very low. Many reviews online say that you can walk around in the day and night, and feel safe. There is nothing to worry about in Terceira, but it is advised to be as careful as you would be anywhere else.

Vaccinations
-It is important to have all your routine shots when traveling to Portugal.
-Hepatitis A is recommended.
-Hepatitis B is recommended.
-Rabies vaccine is recommended if you are going to be participating in adventure tourism, and walking around a lot. It is highly recommended to get this vaccination if you are going caving.

Weather
-The temperature will average 12-17 degrees celcius in the winter, while averaging 19-24 degrees celcius in the summer. The weather here is very warm and will be great for beaches, and outdoor activities. Even if you decide to go in the winter, you will experience a very comfortable temperature; which goes great with the amazing scenery of Terceira.

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