The real Madeira awaits
Ditch the tourist traps and the matcha lattes. Discover the island with insight from locals.
Eating well in Madeira does not have to be expensive. Across the island, small cafés and neighbourhood snack bars serve hearty pratos do dia and traditional dishes for a fraction of the price you might pay in tourist restaurants. Here are some of the best places to eat on a budget outside Funchal.
Eating well in Funchal does not have to be expensive. The best cheap meals are usually found in simple snack bars and neighbourhood. From hearty pratos do dia to generous portions of traditional food, these restaurants offer an authentic Madeiran meal without the tourist prices.
Gluten free and coming to Madeira? Learn where to shop for your gluten free snacks, including bread and cookies, and which restaurants in Madeira cater to celiacs.
The light is better, the days are longer, the flowers look brighter and the calendar is filled with local festivities. Welcome to April in Madeira!
When people think of Madeira, they either think it’s “an old people’s holiday” or a place to hike. So, if you don’t like to hike, what’s in it for you? What can you in Madeira without hiking? The answer may surprise you.
Flight cancelled in Madeira? Here's what you need to do now and how to make the most of your extra time on the island.
Madeira is actually a great destination for kids. There’s plenty to entertain them, a sense of adventure, the food is good and the island is extremely safe. He