Azores
The Azores Islands are located in the Atlantic Ocean, about two hours flying time and 930 miles (1500 Km) from Lisbon. The origin of the name Azores was derived from the archaic Portuguese word "azures" the plural of the word blue. Some say that it was named after the goshawk bird (Acor in Portuguese). However, since such bird never existed in the Azores, most historians have concluded that this the least probable explanation.
Food
The cuisine of the Azores is varied. Besides the recipes for meat dishes there are those for fish and tasty shell-fish-lobster, groose barnacles, etc. The region has many traditional sweets.
Currency
Currency in Portugal: euro (EUR)
| Cruise Lines | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Costa |
Celebrity Celebrity Constellation on 01/02/09 · $1,049
Celebrity Celebrity Galaxy on 01/30/09 · $649
Celebrity Celebrity Century on 02/14/09 · $449
Celebrity Celebrity Solstice on 03/01/09 · $929
Celebrity Celebrity Summit on 03/21/09 · $599
Crystal Symphony on 02/16/09 · $3,595
Crystal Serenity on 05/07/09 · $4,995
Carnival Carnival Elation on 02/12/09 · $219