Nature lovers need the Blue Island and its amazing hydrangeas on their bucket lists

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If your holidays are usually centred around beautiful landscapes, then the island of Faial needs to be on your bucket list. One of the nine islands that make up the Azores, a Portuguese territory in the Atlantic, Faial has been nicknamed the 'Blue Island' thanks to the explosion of colour that comes when its hydrangeas bloom in the summer.

But we're not just talking a few flowers; the whole island becomes covered in these vibrant floral displays, which are hailed as some of the most beautiful hydrangeas in the world.

In fact, Faial's land is incredibly fertile and offers up some of the best conditions for blue hydrangeas blooms. The best time to visit is in late July or early August when the flowers are in full bloom - and it can make for a