Despite the reduction in tourists, mainly from the national market and the United States, some visitors still prefer this time to discover the archipelago with fewer crowds. Businesspeople express concern and ask for more investment in transport and tourism promotion in the region.
In the Azores, seasonality is already affecting the regional economy with a visible drop in overnight stays, but there are still those who prefer the low season to travel and discover the archipelago.
In the middle of winter, the seasonality of tourism in the Azores becomes increasingly visible. In hotels, balconies are empty and room windows are closed. On the streets, there are much fewer ‘rent-a-car’ cars.
A clear sign that there is a drop in tourists, even in the most popular places on the island of São Miguel.
At this time of year, it is possible to have an unobstructed view of Lagoa das Sete Cidades from the Vista do Rei viewpoint, an added value for those who choose to visit the region outside of high season.
Among foreigners, the nature destination continues to be an attraction, especially for the more spontaneous.
Among foreigners, the nature destination continues to be an attraction, especially for the more spontaneous.
In the middle of the low season, the Azores have been recording a drop in overnight stays, mainly due to the national market and also the United States.
This situation has worried businesspeople who are asking for more investment in transport and in the promotion of the region.
