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Day at Leisure
Today is set aside for personal time in your hotel, allowing you to explore further or simply relax at your own pace. The area offers a wide range of options depending on your interests. Nature trails wind through the hills and coastal paths, offering quiet walks with views of the sea and inland lagoons. Several beaches are within easy reach, whether you prefer calm waters for swimming or open stretches with stronger waves. Local villages such as Santo Antônio de Lisboa and Ribeirão da Ilha provide a slower rhythm, with small restaurants, artisan shops, and colonial-era architecture reflecting the island’s Portuguese and Azorean heritage. These areas are good for a short visit, especially around lunchtime or late afternoon. For those interested in staying active, there are opportunities for paddleboarding, kayaking, or boat trips. Some may prefer to remain at the hotel, making use of spa treatments, reading by the water, or enjoying the local produce featured on the menus. There’s no fixed schedule today—only the choice to engage as much or as little as you like with the island around you. Whether on foot, by car, or from a quiet spot with a view, the day is yours to shape.