The Columbus Festival Every year in September, the Columbus Festival takes place over three days in Vila Baleira, Porto Santo. Dates for 2022: 22 to 25 September 2022 – Here is the program in PDF format. Vila Baleira also happens to be the place where Columbus married Porto Santo native Filipa Moniz Perestrelo (the island’s …
Guindaste Viewpoint The Guindaste Viewpoint offers a wonderful view of the Atlantic outlining the northern eastern coast of the island, extending from Faial to Ponta de São Lourenço. It lays in the Ribeira do Faial delta in Faial which belongs to the municipality of Santana. This miradouro is sometimes called Crane Viewpoint. On days with …
Arraial do Senhor Bom Jesus da Ponta Delgada Bom Jesus de Ponta Delgada is one of the oldest and most popular pilgrimages in Madeira together with the Arraial of Monte. The Arraial de Bom Jesus is one of the largest and most famous festivals in Madeira. It always takes place on the first weekend of …
Madeira Wine Festival – Madeira’s fortified wine has a unique taste which differentiates it from any other wine on the market. Luckily, once a year, tourists and locals can assist to the Madeira Wine Festival dedicated to Madeira’s famous born-at-sea nectar. The Madeira Wine Festival takes place in Funchal from late August until early September …
Fábrica Santo António in Funchal, Madeira Fábrica Santo António is the oldest confectionery factory in Madeira, dating back to 1893. Here you’ll find a variety of traditional treats. Take a peek inside, and maybe buy a packet or two of Madeiran biscuits or sweets. Enjoy them while you discover Funchal or take them home as …
Surfing in Madeira With a beautiful coastline and consistent swells from the Atlantic Ocean, Madeira is an awesome Portuguese surf destination. You will definitely find that perfect surf spot whether you are a beginner or an advanced surfer. Madeira has the right waves for you. It is afterall well known for its world-class right hand …
Romance – Madeira A recent research found that Valentine’s Day is the most romantic day of the year and hence, the most popular day for a marriage proposal. However, you don’t need to wait until February to propose… Don’t make the proposal too complicated. No matter how you propose, it will remain one of the …
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 …
