54 Days at Sea — Heading back via the Azores

Ponta Delgada, Azores

After two days in Lisbon, it was time to head for another Portuguese port of call, but this one was days away. We left Lisbon on May 4, began our return transatlantic crossing, and stopped three days later in Ponta Delgada in the Azores.

Ursula posing by a cute Aixam Scouty

This Portuguese destination has at least one thing in common with Lisbon. Decorative tile-work:

Ponta Delgada, Azores

Ponta Delgada, Azores

The buildings are also quite similar to what we’ve seen elsewhere in Portugal:

Ponta Delgada, Azores

Of course, this wouldn’t be Old World without the obligatory fortress:

Ponta Delgada, Azores

Now let’s take a look at some other sights here in Ponta Delgada:

Ponta Delgada, Azores

Ponta Delgada, Azores

Ponta Delgada, Azores

Ponta Delgada, Azores