Visit Portugal’s best-kept secret, the Azores! The remote nine-island archipelago is best known for their vibrantly-colored blue green lakes, grottoes, volcanic mountain peaks, colorful hydrangeas, ancient fishing villages, thermal springs and vast untouched landscapes. These lush green islands make the Azores a perfect destination for an adventurous and nature-filled vacation.
Your 4-bedroom, 4-bathroom villa will be located on Pico Island, the second largest island of the Azores, situated 2350 meters above sea level. Throughout your stay, you will also be served daily breakfast in the comfort of your villa. Equipped with a private heated pool, this property boasts a culmination of true comfort and luxury.
Venturing out, you'll embark on a 3-hour whale-watching experience in a speedboat. The Azores Islands are considered to be one of the best spots in the world to whale watch, thanks to their variety and abundance of different species. You will have the chance to spot resident sperm whales and migrating blue, humpback, and fin whales.
Stepping back into your villa, you’ll indulge in a delectable traditional Portuguese dinner, prepared specially for you by a private chef. Indulging in the fresh flavors of authentic dishes, you’ll unlock a newfound or deepened appreciation for Portuguese culture and its delicacies.
Throughout your experience, you’ll discover the power of serenity and relaxation as you explore all of the beauty that Azores has to offer: cuisine, nature, wildlife, and scenery, combined.
Experience Includes:
- 7-night stay in a luxury 4-bedroom, 4-bathroom villa for up to eight guests in Azores Islands*
- Private heated pool located on your villa’s property
- 3-hour whale-watching experience in a speedboat
- One traditional dinner prepared by a private chef in your villa
- Daily breakfast in your villa
- Daily cleaning service
- Final cleaning and utilities
- Concierge service to assist you in planning this exciting experience
Details:
*The villa pictured is an example of the accommodations guests may stay in. All villas are subject to availability, and may vary according to the guests' dates. All villas used are of equal or higher value than the villa displayed in the photos. Blackout dates are Christmas and New Year’s.
All recipients are required to follow local COVID-19 protocols set forth by their destination country and experience host prior to, during, and following travel. Should the recipient choose not to adhere to guidelines resulting in an inability to travel or to participate in their experience, the provider holds no liability and is not required to issue a refund or provide an alternative offering.
Book your experience at least 60 days in advance but within one year of winning. Travel must occur within 18 months of winning. Experiences are non-refundable, non-transferable, and non-resellable. Air travel, if included, is available to and from major destinations within the 48 contiguous U.S. states or Canada, based on availability; air miles may not be used for upgrades, flights may not qualify for mile accumulation, and any flight or hotel modifications through our concierge will incur separate additional costs. Any changes to previously booked trips will also be charged an extra fee at our discretion. Blackout dates are the weeks of New Year's Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas, unless otherwise specified. Ground transportation is not included unless explicitly stated. By redeeming your certificate, you agree that neither the supplier nor the booking agency is responsible for any component of the experience.
