The island of Santa Maria.

I am just going to say it: Santa Maria is the most beautiful island in the Atlantic.

Anyone who has been here can tell you that there is nothing better than being at Praia Formosa at the end of a long day; some people prefer Sao Lorenzo Bay, but Formosa is the way to go.

I remember as a kid, my cousins and I would spend entire days there, from sunrise to sunset. There was no greater feeling than being at that beach. Fun in the sand, good waves, these are all things that I miss. I hope my son will enjoy the island as much as I did.