There is currently relatively robust and diversified supply in the Azores,
distributed over the nine islands. In this context it is important to note the
importance and indispensability of public support to build hotel infrastructure in
smaller islands.
Similarly, awareness and promotion strategically aimed at specific segments
and markets, along with improvements in the tourism products on offer, are
factors which serve to strategically guide public investment in this sector.
In this context, the tourism sector will preferably be promoted and developed by
emphasising the areas of nature tourism, nautical tourism, cultural tourism,
thermal springs, health and general well-being. The products on offer will be
diversified further so as to make the best use of the potential of local natural
resources.