Off the coast of Portugal, a tranquil Atlantic island offers golden sands, dramatic cliffs, cobbled streets, and maritime history that rivals Madeira.

Dubbed the ‘Pearl of the Atlantic' - this tiny Portuguese island deserves its glowing nickname, living up to all its promises ...

On my right, Jurassic fern fronds and violet morning glories cascade over a steep cliff. I can hear the crystalline water smashing into the craggy shore hundreds of feet below. To my left, lime-green ...

The island, a Portuguese territory, is only 35 miles long, but its mountains are laced with scenic trails, tumbling cascades and inviting villages. The Cascata do Risco lies at the end of the Levada ...