This Category contains all posts about outings, activities, museum visits, which you can plan for while on Madeira. It can give you great ideas on what to do depending on the time you have available, the distance you are willing to drive or depending on the weather. Everything you need is here, wether you are going for a levada walk, visiting a museum, doing a car tour, visiting one of Madeira’s mountain peaks, visiting volcanic grottos, tropical gardens, going to the beach, treating the kids on a round of karting fun.
Anona – Cherimoya – Custard Apple The Anona Festival (Festa da Anona) takes place every year in March in Faial. This year the dates are March 7-8, 2020. This festival was created in the 1990s by the local producers of Faial, where the anona is most commonly grown. Hence, the event is the perfect opportunity …
Madeira Carnival The Carnival on Madeira Island is said to be known as one of the best in Europe. Each year, Carnival festivities start forty days before Easter. Hence, It is the year’s first major festival after the Christmas and New Year’s extravaganza. Therefore in 2020, the actual Carnival dates are from February 19th to …
Want to book the perfect holiday to Madeira but don’t know where to start? Here is a simple guide on preparing the perfect Madeira holiday. Find your flight The first step of holiday planning is deciding when to go on holiday. Madeira is a good destination all year around. However, depending on the activities you …
Casino da Madeira – The Madeira Casino The Casino da Madeira truly is an entertainment hub on the island. It provides for a fun night for those who still have some energy left in them after a long day exploring Madeira. Whether you enjoy gambling or want to go dancing, there is something for everyone. …
New Year’s on Madeira Madeira just won the first prize as the Best Destination to celebrate the New Year. The runners up are London followed by Berlin. This first prize was awarded by the European Best Destinations (EBD). European Best Destinations is a Brussels based organization dedicated to tourism and the promotion of culture. “We …
Unlike what some would believe, the wintertime remains an ideal moment to visit the archipelago. It is the perfect moment to witness Madeira at Christmas. When it comes to Christmas, Madeira goes all out! During the festive season, Madeira island is completely covered in lights, which conveys for a truly magical atmosphere. Video of Funchal …
Funchal Christmas and New Year’s Celebrations December is a very special month on Madeira. It brings along the much sought-after Christmas season, atmosphere and delights. Even if Madeira is never cold and the island does feel festive! The Christmas Preparations The city of Funchal starts hanging the extensive Christmas decorations and lights during the month …
Ponta de São Lourenço is the easternmost point of Madeira island. It is located in Caniçal, in the municipality of Machico. Visiting Ponta de São Lourenço is an absolute must for all tourists coming to the island. Indeed, Ponta de São Lourenço is truly considered to be one of Mother Nature’s gem. The breathtaking landscape …
The Santa Clara Convent in Funchal, was founded at the end of the 16th century. The convent was already partly built at the end of the 15th century and was fully constructed around the Our Lady of Conception chapel. It is classified as a National Monument and we can understand why. History of the convent …
Plogging, a new workout trend, now also on Madeira. Plogging on Madeira? Have you ever run or walked through the woods, along a trail or levada path? Sure, you have. More often than not, you probably noticed litter scattered in the beautiful scenery. Examples are: an empty bottle, an biscuit package, a smashed up and …
