Praia da Vitória, Azores, Portugal

From the colorful and unique imperió shrines that dot the cobblestoned streets of the port town of Praia Da Vitória, to the atmospheric allure of Algar do Carvão, a 90-meter-deep volcanic chimney that formed some 3,200 years ago, the island of Terceira is an utter joy to explore. Spend a day relaxing on a volcanic beach, dive the island’s incredible shipwrecks and reefs, or head to the historic town of Angra do Heroísmo. With its atmospheric winding alleyways, formidable 16th century fortress and beautifully-preserved Old Town, this UNESCO World Heritage Site is the oldest city in the Azores archipelago. Alternatively, head north to the village of Biscoitos to take a dip in lava-rock bathing pools and sample some traditional fortified wines at the Museu do Vinho.