30 Secret Island Escapes Around the World

Pico, Portugal

Don’t be deceived by the small size of this Portuguese gem in the Azores; although it may be small (only 10 miles at its widest), it’s the home of the tallest mountain in Portugal (Ponta de Pico), and actually the largest (though one of the least known) islands in the Azores triangle. Its black volcanic soil has given the local vineyards UNESCO World Heritage designation. It’s a perfect destination for crowd-free sipping, strolling, and exploring.