This fall, visitors going to see the volcanic beauty of the Azores – nine European islands just 4 hours from Boston – can take a round-trip, nonstop flight from Boston to Ponta Delgada on São Miguel Island for just $549, which includes all taxes and fees. This price is offered for travel between November 8 and December 15, 2013. Tickets must be booked by September 15, 2013.

Flights depart and return on Tuesday, Thursday and Fridays and passengers can upgrade from coach to SATA Business Class for just a few hundred dollars each way.

Ponta Delgada is the historic capital of S. Miguel Island and was founded in the 15th Century.

It offers romantic gardens, cobblestone streets and a seaside shopping and cultural area. Enjoy the mild temperatures and go for a horseback ride, or try hiking, walking or biking with the backdrop of amazing volcanic scenery. And, for water activities, try canoeing at the volcanic lakes, swimming in tidal pools, or enjoy the ocean with surfing, deep sea fishing, diving or whale watching.

SATA Airlines, www.sata.pt