For hundreds of years, ships have stopped in Horta, the main port of Faial, on their way between the New and Old Worlds.
The seafarers left their mark, creating a giant collage of inscriptions and colorful paintings on the walls and sidewalks of the
marina's jetty. (Bad luck reputedly follows any sailor who doesn't leave a mark in the port.)
Yachts and fishing boats still pull into Faial regularly, but the nine islands of the Azores - an autonomous region of Portugal, in
a warm climate 900 miles west of the mainland - also bring in Europeans attracted to the volcanic landscapes, black sand beaches,
and peaceful vibe.
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FAIAL