With its beautiful botanical gardens, charming old town, ornate churches and fascinating museums, sunny Funchal in Madeira has something for everyone. But what are the things to do in Funchal that you cannot miss? Based on first-hand experiences during a two-week stay in this attractive harbour city, this is where I can help. Whether you […]
Madeira is famous for its gardens and Monte Palace Tropical Garden is the best of the bunch. Get the lowdown on why this should be at the top of your Madeira bucket list, what to expect from a visit and how to get there. I’ll also take a quick look at how the garden at […]
There are some sights that are burned onto your retina long after you have arrived back at your hotel. The Valley of the Nuns, Madeira is one of those sights. Get the lowdown on why you should add this to your Madeira itinerary and how to make this happen with this Nuns’ Valley guide. There […]
Are you looking for an easy day trip from Funchal? If so, travel five miles west to the idyllic fishing village of Câmara de Lobos, Madeira. This is the place where Winston Churchill liked to set up his easel and little has changed since his day. Brightly coloured boats bob around its protected, natural harbour, […]