To travel for tourism to the United States, several essential documents are mandatory, such as a valid passport (valid for at least six months after the entry date into the country) and either the ESTA or the Tourist Visa (B-2). For Portuguese citizens or those from an eligible country under the Visa Waiver Program, the […]
Surrounding Lagoa das Furnas, one of the most emblematic lakes on São Miguel Island in the Azores, there’s an area known as the Furnas Lake Boilers, where several fumaroles can be visited. These unique conditions have given rise to very particular culinary practices, such as the famous ‘Cozido das Furnas,’ a traditional dish prepared by […]
There are so many incredible places to visit on the island of São Miguel, and the natural pools of Ponta da Ferraria should not be missed. Ponta da Ferraria reveals incredible beauty as it is the meeting point of the thermal waters of the Atlantic Ocean with the unique volcanic landscapes of the region, a […]
Formerly called Longacre Square, Times Square owes its current name to a building that was built there to serve as the headquarters of the New York Times. This square is one of the most famous tourist spots in the world 🌎 and represents the symbol of Manhattan’s glamor and shine. Thematic stores and giant screens […]
Located on the stunning São Miguel Island in the Azores, specifically in the Furnas region, Terra Nostra Park is a true oasis of natural beauty, tranquility, and serenity. This park, which sprawls across a vast area with botanical gardens and breathtaking landscapes, is a real testament to the lush flora and fauna that the Azorean […]
The iconic Golden Gate Bridge is one of San Francisco’s main attractions, connecting the city to the Sausalito region. It is one of the world’s most famous bridges, alongside the Brooklyn Bridge in New York, and one of the two most important bridges in the United States. The Golden Gate Bridge, which means “Ponte do […]
San Francisco is undoubtedly a multicultural city with a very liberal spirit. The city is home to around 900,000 residents from an incredible cultural diversity and a diverse mix of races, with approximately 34.4% of the population being of Asian origin. Chinatown District San Francisco’s Chinatown District is one of the oldest and most established […]
The Castro neighborhood in San Francisco is synonymous with freedom of expression and LGBT culture. Since the 1940s, San Francisco had a reputation as a city of tolerance and open-mindedness. Many members of the LGBT community, including dishonorably discharged veterans, moved to the city after World War II, and many of them settled in the Castro…
Located in the heart of San Francisco Bay, just over a mile (about 2 kilometers) from the city’s coastline, Alcatraz Island has been used for various purposes: as a fortress, a lighthouse, and, as it is most famously known, as a federal maximum-security prison. Alcatraz Island was named by Spanish explorers (Isla de los Alcatraces), and its name…