Surf WQS Azores

General Info

	THE EVENT
	Ratings and Dates Location Waves Recommended Material Getting There Accommodation Car Rental Reservation Contacts

Ratings and Dates

ASP WQS Men’s 6 Star Prime
Billabong Azores Islands Pro
Wednesday 11th – Sunday 15th August, 2010 (USD 145,000 Prize Money)

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ASP WQS Women’s 6 Star
Billabong Azores Islands Pro
Tuesday 10th – Sunday 15th August, 2010
(USD 35,000 Prize Money)

Location

The Billabong Azores Islands Pro will be held in São Miguel Island, the largest of nine islands that compose the Azores archipelago.

This event will take place in Ribeira Grande – Santa Bárbara beach.

Waves

The best surf spots in the Azores are found off the island of São Miguel, where its north coast provides powerful and uncrowded surf.

The surf generally ranges in size from 3-5 feet during summer, reaching up to 15 feet in the winter months.

Under the influence of the Gulf Stream, the climate of the Azores is temperate, with a high rainfall and a narrow temperature range: an annual temperature of 14º, with an average summer temperature of 24º, when the sea temperature is 22º.

Recommended Material

From June to October, summer season, you will just need a short or spring suit (2/2 or 3/2 wetsuit). The rest of the year a 3/2 wetsuit is recommended.

Surfboards: bring your normal “all around” quiver to the Azores.

Getting There

The best way to reach the Azores is by plane.

Takeoff Surf Travel provides together with the Azores International Airlines – SATA, Special WQS Air Fares from Lisbon and Oporto to Ponta Delgada - São Miguel Island. The approximate flight time is about 2 hours.

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Accommodation

São Miguel Island offers a wide variety of accommodation options, especially in Ponta Delgada.
Listed below are the hotels with special rates and packages for the WQS event.

Hotel Açores Atlântico ****

A classic 4 star hotel with the perfect location on Ponta Delgada's seaside boardwalk and stunning ocean views.
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São Miguel Park Hotel ***

A superior 3 star hotel near city centre and gardens. It has spacious rooms all with magnificent views.
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Hotel Gaivota ****

A privileged location with a excellent price-quality racio for rooms and apartments.
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Hotel Vila Nova ***

A modern 3 star hotel with comfortable and fully equipped rooms.
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Hotel Ponta Delgada ***

3 star unit located in the center of Ponta Delgada with comfortable installations.
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Hotel Canadiano ***

A Classic 3 star hotel with a pleasant atmosphere, located in the upper part of the city.
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Hotel Comfort Inn ***

A modern 3 star hotel centrally located in Ponta Delgada.
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Residencial Alcides ***

A famous guest house in the historical city centre, close to main tourist attractions.
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Residencial Sete Cidades ***

Close to city centre, this guest house offers a warm and cozy atmosphere.
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Aparthotel Encosta do Mar ***

Located in Ribeira Grande near to the WQS events, provides cozy and comfortable apartments.
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Car Rental

Although many of the islands are small, hiring a car is the best way to fully explore the country.

Traveling between the main towns on São Miguel can be done by bus, although taxis are a much faster option.

Due to the event and accommodation location car hire should be considered essential to move around.

Take a look on our special WQS car rental deals!

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Reservation Contacts

Billabong Azores Islands Pro Official Travel Agency

Takeoff Surf Travel
Tel: (+351) 21 3943317
Fax: (+351) 21 3943399
e-mail: info@takeoffsurftravel.com
website: www.wqsazores.com

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Azores Islands Pro - 25th to 30th August - Sao Miguel | PORTUGAL

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