My 5 Favourite Alternatives To Vereda da Ponta de São Lourenço (PR8) in Madeira
If there’s one thing I’ll always be honest about, it’s that I don’t consider Vereda da Ponta de São…
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Vereda da Ponta de São Lourenço Hike (PR8): How to Do Madeira’s Famous Coastal Walk
One of Madeira’s most iconic walks is the Vereda da Ponta de São Lourenço hike (PR8). I’ve done 22+…
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My Favourite Alternatives to Vereda do Arieiro Hike (PR1) in Madeira
Did you know that there are plenty of alternatives to the Vereda do Arieiro hike in Madeira? Luckily for…
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Pico do Arieiro to Pico Ruivo Hike (PR1): How To Do The Most Famous Hike in Madeira
I’ve done over 22 hikes in Madeira, but the Pico do Arieiro to Pico Ruivo hike (PR1) is still…
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The 9 Best Beaches in Madeira, Ranked
When it comes to beaches, Madeira doesn’t have the best reputation. But look, you can’t come to a volcanic…
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Is It Worth Visiting Madeira in November? What It’s Really Like
Would you believe me if I told you I was hiking in shorts and a vest top in Madeira…
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I Visited Madeira in October: Here’s What It’s Really Like
I took a bit of a gamble when I visited Madeira in October. It’s that time of year where…
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I Visited Madeira in September: Weather, Hiking and What to Expect
Visiting Madeira in September wasn’t my first choice. But, you know how that saying goes: ‘The best things in…
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Festa de Nossa Senhora da Piedade: Inside The Incredible Caniçal Boat Festival
Every September, something very special happens in the fishing town of Caniçal on Madeira’s east coast. Fishing boats fill…
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Vereda dos Balcões (PR11): A Short, Easy Madeira Walk That’ll Leave You Speechless
When my friend João said we were doing a short trail, my expectations were low. I know, I know….
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Caminho das Voltas to Curral das Freiras: How to Do The Nun’s Valley Hike
The first hike I ever did in Madeira was the Caminho das Voltas to Curral das Freiras, also known…
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Levada Dos Tornos Hike Guide: My Favourite Funchal Hike
Will I ever shut up about the Levada Dos Tornos hike? Nope! It’s the first hike I’ll recommend to…
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Madeira North Coast Itinerary: The Best Places to Visit From West to East
Madeira’s north coast feels completely different to the south: steep green cliffs, small towns and waterfalls in all directions….
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Pico Grande Hike Guide: The Most Underrated Mountain Hike in Madeira
The Pico Grande hike in Madeira is so good I had to go back for seconds. The first time…
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9 Best Hikes From Funchal, All Less Than 30 Minutes Away
“What are the best hikes from Funchal?” Back in 2023, on my first trip to Madeira, this is exactly…
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12 Best Hotels in Funchal: My Top Recommendations By Area and Budget
Once upon a time, three years ago, I sat down at my laptop and tapped in the best hotels…
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8 Best Beaches Near Funchal, Plus the Best Alternative Swimming Spots
Finding the best beaches near Funchal isn’t as easy as you might think. Despite being Madeira’s capital city, there…
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15 Best Day Trips From Funchal That Are Actually Worth Doing
If you’re planning to stay in Madeira’s capital city, you’ll soon come to the point where you need to…
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10 Best Cafés In Madeira That You’ll Have A Hard Time Forgetting
It’s almost impossible to list all of the best cafés in Madeira. Coffee shops and pastelarias are around almost…
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12 Best Things to Do in Funchal, Madeira: Must-Dos and Lesser-Known Activities
There are so many things to do in Funchal, Madeira’s capital city. So much so that planning your time…
