I’ve been to Sao Miguel loads of times between January - March- I’ve actually experienced very few rainy days- I can remember a local welcoming us on our first visit “Welcome to paradise” they weren’t wrong, if your into hiking it’s just the best because this little gem in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean just doesn’t stop giving.
Hi, really enjoyed your sao miguel video. Will definitely be visiting some of those spots. Could you pls clarif, from where you rented a car? What was the business name? Did you rent in sao miguel or before you got there! We’ve looked on line but it’s quite pricey. many thanks
5:30 - There's a reason for that reaction: the original runway was much shorter than it is today and 45 years ago a TAP plane couldn't land properly due to the weather and ended up falling off the end into the ocean, killing 123 passengers. After that the runway was extended at both ends but in bad weather conditions (especially strong winds and rain, which are a common occurance there in Winter time), sometimes the pilots have to make a few attempts to land the planes. This happened to me 2 out of the 5 times I flew from the mainland to Madeira and I could feel the anxiety levels of the passengers building up until the plane finally touched the ground, so I totally understand Amber's nervousness. :D Applauding isn't only a "thank you" to the pilots for bringing them down safely, it's also an anxiety relief. Nowadays the runway is much longer (they did the second extension of the end of the runway across the water) but I see that it still happens. : )
I'm curious where you rented your car. We are going to Sao Miguel in a few weeks and the cheapest we found was more per day than you spent for the eight days...
The rental was through Discover Cars. We may have gotten lucky. It was the off season and we booked the rental 2 days before we arrived. We have looked for rental cars this week in our current location and are also finding crazy expensive summer prices.....
Thank you! Our vehicle was an automatic but both options are usually available. Funny story, I was fully prepared for only manual cars. At that time of year, mostly Europeans were traveling to the island and they had all requested manuals which left only automatics.
It was in the town of Achadinha on the northeast side of the island. I do not remember which restaurant it was since there were several that had lunch buffets.
I’ve been to Sao Miguel loads of times between January - March- I’ve actually experienced very few rainy days- I can remember a local welcoming us on our first visit “Welcome to paradise” they weren’t wrong, if your into hiking it’s just the best because this little gem in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean just doesn’t stop giving.
Hi, really enjoyed your sao miguel video. Will definitely be visiting some of those spots. Could you pls clarif, from where you rented a car? What was the business name? Did you rent in sao miguel or before you got there! We’ve looked on line but it’s quite pricey. many thanks
5:30 - There's a reason for that reaction: the original runway was much shorter than it is today and 45 years ago a TAP plane couldn't land properly due to the weather and ended up falling off the end into the ocean, killing 123 passengers. After that the runway was extended at both ends but in bad weather conditions (especially strong winds and rain, which are a common occurance there in Winter time), sometimes the pilots have to make a few attempts to land the planes. This happened to me 2 out of the 5 times I flew from the mainland to Madeira and I could feel the anxiety levels of the passengers building up until the plane finally touched the ground, so I totally understand Amber's nervousness. :D
Applauding isn't only a "thank you" to the pilots for bringing them down safely, it's also an anxiety relief. Nowadays the runway is much longer (they did the second extension of the end of the runway across the water) but I see that it still happens. : )
Wow. We did learn later how unique that landing strip was. Glad we landed safely in that weather!
Madeira’s airport is terrifying to land on, people usually clap when you land
I don’t think people realize this is why!
Beautiful são miguel azores 🏝 good job guys very nice video 📹
Ahh so this is where those islands are! Should’ve named the cat poof because of its puffy tail 😸
Ahahah Ya! We name cats and dogs almost everywhere we go so we will keep that name in mind. He was a dirty little fella so the name was appropriate 😃
Where did you guys stay on Sao Miguel? Thanks
Anybody here in august ??
Hey out of weather curiosity, what time of year were ya'll there?
I'm curious where you rented your car. We are going to Sao Miguel in a few weeks and the cheapest we found was more per day than you spent for the eight days...
The rental was through Discover Cars. We may have gotten lucky. It was the off season and we booked the rental 2 days before we arrived. We have looked for rental cars this week in our current location and are also finding crazy expensive summer prices.....
Hi thanks for the informative video :)) was the vehicle you rent manual or automatic transmission...
Thank you! Our vehicle was an automatic but both options are usually available. Funny story, I was fully prepared for only manual cars. At that time of year, mostly Europeans were traveling to the island and they had all requested manuals which left only automatics.
@@SOSASATSUNRISE thats good to know :) I only drive automatic, I hope I can find one when Im there next month :)
Hello.
What do you recommend to book for airbnb on sao miguel? There is alot of options and we want to optimise our vacation. Thank you
I don't know if there is a bad area to stay. Small towns with restaurants and stores are dotted all over the island. Rent a car and have fun!
Would you say the island in general is English friendly?
Learn a little Portuguese for the small towns but you should be able to get around just fine
Where did you rent your car from
Can I ask which month of the year did you go? Thanks!
This was filmed at the end of February. Thanks for watching!
What kind of backpack do you have?
Check out our Kit to see all our gear! Link in the description. Thanks for watching!
Hi, can i ask what was the name od the Sea food buffet? 4:19
It was in the town of Achadinha on the northeast side of the island. I do not remember which restaurant it was since there were several that had lunch buffets.
@@SOSASATSUNRISE thanks I found it. It’s called Os Melos Restaurante
How much was the security deposit for the rental car?
Not sure. We just used a credit card. Somewhere between $250 and $500 I think.
Where di you rent your car from??
Discovery Car Rentals. You may not find the same deal as us but our little car worked great! 😃
How much was your security deposit for the rental car?
Hey guys, where exactly took the rental car ?I can't find cheap cars like yours. its like 600€ / 14 days online
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