Carnival Valor Day 7 Ponta Delgada Twin Lakes & Wine/Cheese Tour!

#carnivalcruise #carnivalvalor #pontadelgada #funnelheads #twinlakes #transatlantic #transatlanticcruise Situated on the south coast of São Miguel, it serves as the main gateway to the Azores, which are found in the North Atlantic Ocean, about 900 miles (1,450 km) west of mainland Portugal. Founded in the 15th century, Ponta Delgada boasts a charming historic center with cobblestone streets, traditional balconied houses, and centuries-old churches built with volcanic rock. You'll find iconic landmarks like the 18th-century city gates (Portas da Cidade) in Gonçalo Velho Cabral Square and the Gothic-style Igreja Matriz de São Sebastião. The Carlos Machado Museum offers insights into Azorean natural history and culture. Natural Wonders: Ponta Delgada is an ideal base for exploring São Miguel's stunning natural landscapes. Highlights include the famed Lagoa das Sete Cidades with its iconic twin lakes (Lagoa Azul and Lagoa Verde) set within a volcanic caldera, the mystical Lagoa do Fogo, and the geothermal activity and thermal baths of Furnas Valley. The island is also home to the only tea plantation in Europe, the Gorreana plantation, and the world's only pineapple plantations that grow pineapples in greenhouses. Ponta Delgada is the Azores' leading commercial center, known for its exports of pineapples, oranges, tea, and other agricultural products. Its cuisine emphasizes fresh seafood and local delicacies like Cozido das Furnas, a stew cooked using geothermal heat. Annual religious celebrations like the Feast of the Lord Holy Christ of the Miracles also add to the city's unique cultural tapestry. Ponta Delgada enjoys a mild, temperate climate year-round due to the influence of the Gulf Stream, with average temperatures ranging from 14°C (57°F) in winter to 26°C (79°F) in summer. Merchandise now available: https://funnelheads.myspreadshop.com Follow us on all Social Media Platforms! Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/514818529213703/?ref=share X https://twitter.com/HeadsFunnel Instagram https://www.instagram.com/funnelheads/ TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@funnelheadsis_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc