Macaronesia is a group of islands in the middle of the Central Atlantic located between America and Europe. Many of the islands are inhabited and each one has its own character. In spite of the large distances that separate the islands, both their wildlife and plant life are similar and each island is of volcanic origin.

São Miguel is gateway to the Azores and is the largest and most densely populated island. The island’s capital, Ponta Delgada, boasts magnificent churches and monasteries plus a well-stocked market.

Faial is one of the most visited islands in the archipelago and whose marina is well known throughout the world. Horta is the island’s capital and since 1976 has also been the seat of the Azores’ parliament.

Madeira, the island of eternal springtime. A floating garden in the Atlantic with colourful flowers, wild beauty and exotic scents. Funchal is its capital. The city’s black and white paved main square is framed by three important historic buildings: the Town Hall, Bishop's Palace and the Jesuit College with its magnificent church.

The Islas Canarias, islands of the dragon tree and happiness at the edge of the world! Lanzarote is the fourth largest island. At the southern end of the island is Playa Blanca with superb beaches and pristine bays.

Cabo Verde is a tropical archipelago off the coast of Africa. In the north east of the islands is Sal, an island of both wind and sunshine.

It is hard to believe that all this is set within the Mid-Atlantic. Each island is unique and with its own special charm. Macaronesia is an island world of indescribable beauty, charm, unspoiled nature and dramatic landscapes.