Azores tourism adapts after Ryanair's sudden exit from the islands
An 11-Year Partnership Comes to an End—but the Azores Insist Tourism Will Thrive
The Regional Government argues the issue isn't tourism itself, pointing to new routes to the archipelago—such as Air Canada's recently launched Toronto–Ponta Delgada service.
National airlines will bolster their presence by increasing flight frequency and deploying larger aircraft.
Ryanair's Final Flight from the Azores: Region Loses Carrier That Brought 100,000 Visitors a Year
The Portas do Mar—home to whale-watching operators—remains one of the island's top tourist draws.
Despite Ryanair's exit, optimism lingers after a stronger-than-expected first quarter, even without the Irish carrier's passengers.
The budget airline is leaving the Azores, citing what it calls exorbitant airport fees.
