Casa do Miradouro Casa do Miradouro offers an exceptional holiday accommodation in a location famous for its microclimate. Furthermore, we particularly love the location on the rugged North Coast, close to the Laurisilva, the many levada walks and the other natural wonders of Madeira. Moreover, the views from this holiday rental are stunning and reach …
Arraiais da Madeira Madeira lives according to the rhythm of its Romeiros and Arraiais during the Summer months. These traditional festivities of Madeira are a jolly mixture of the religious and the profane. There are masses, processions and celebrations around the church. The streets are decorated. Food and drink stands flourish left and right, serving …
Bungee Jumping – Will you dare to take a leap of faith? A new temporary attraction and activity opens in Calheta beach in August 2022: Bungee Jumping. Will you take the 40 meters plunge? This adrenaline inducing extreme activity promises to leave a profound and memorable imprint. The experience itself is very short-lived. However, from …
Arco de Sao Jorge Rose Garden You could easily drive or walk along the high wall on the road between Arco de Sao Jorge and Sao Jorge without a hint to the beauty that waits on the other side. Tucked behind those high orange walls lays the Rose Garden of Arco de São Jorge on …
The Wanderer in Funchal, Madeira In Madeira, you will find a very varied food scene. These range from down to earth home cooking type restaurants, traditional Madeiran fare to Michelin star venues. However, there is one place you definitely should visit if you are a local or visiting gourmet. It is “The Wanderer”. The Setting …
Info Vias Info Vias drives the future of smart mobility with the launch of real-time traffic intelligence solution for Madeira. Whether your live on Madeira or drive a rental car, this app is for you. Today, the Regional Secretary for Equipment and Infrastructure presents a real time traffic mobile app that provides critical insight into …
Soup plays a fundamental role in today local Madeira gastronomy. A soup is a typical dish served at nearly all meals. Feira das Sopas do Campo – Boaventura For the 18th time in 2022, the “Casa do Povo” or house of the people of Boaventura runs its solidarity soup fair – Feiras das Sopas do …
Madeira’s Charolas During the weekend of June 11th and 12th 2022, the charola tradition returns to Madeira. You will be able to witness it in Loreto on the South Coast. Charolas in Loreto are part of a old tradition taking place during the Holy Spirit festivities. The first image of a charola on Madeira dates …
Festival on Madeira Madeira island is a trendy holiday destination whatever time of year you visit. However, if you want to make your stay even more unique, you can plan your travel around one of these sensational festivals. From New Year’s Guinness World Record Fireworks to Carnival, Flower or Wine festival, there’s always something spectacular …
The Absolute Top 5 Things To Do Dive into a lava pool, Enjoy a fiery poncha or a typical Madeiran meal. Walk a levada or swim with dolphins. Book a stay at a peaceful vacation rental with gorgeous views. That is to say that Madeira has it all. The island caters to the zen seekers …
Greener Ocean Pleasures on Madeira A carbon-neutral tour in a solar powered catamaran off Madeira’s gorgeous coast makes for a greener, more peaceful experience for visitors and sea creatures. Whether you’re a local or just visiting, you know Madeira is home to an abundance of sea life. But how do you get a closer look …
Vitamin R from Madeira – R as in Rum Madeira island is closer to Africa than it is to Lisbon, Portugal. Madeira is well known for its climate, its Madeira wines and its breathtaking landscape. In addition, Madeira is increasingly known for its Rum. You said Rum? Yes! Sugar cane culture and sugar production were …
