Madeira hidden gems: Calhau da Lapa
Madeira less travelled – the unique hidden spot called Calhau da Lapa. What is it and how to get there?
Banana Route – Rota da Banana (+ travel plan)
Did you know that in Madeira you can also hike through a banana plantation? Check this family-friendly, lush, exotic green Banana Route trail…
Beautiful Boho Beach Wedding on Porto Santo, Portugal
Their original plan was a boho wedding in Greece, but they ended up exchanging vows on a beach in Porto Santo, Portugal.
Madeira hikes: Levada do Rei (PR18)
Levada do Rei is a beautiful levada with wonderful vegetation, beautiful views and suitable for less experienced hikers. The surroundings of the Ribeiro Bonito stream are a lush green wall made of giant ferns, trees and other plans, which makes you feel like in the middle of a jungle.
Madeira hikes: Levada do Caldeirão Verde (PR9)
Caldeirão Verde (PR9) is a popular Madeira Island walk that will take you deep into the São Jorge Valley, offering you great views of green hills and small waterfalls.
Wedding venues in Madeira: Estalagem da Ponta do Sol
Estalagem da Ponta do Sol in Madeira is an amazing wedding venue, that’s for sure. This uniquely located hotel in one of the sunniest areas on the island offers…
EstalaGEM da Ponta do Sol Hotel, Madeira – The True Gem of Ponta do Sol
“An escape hotel” is how the hotel introduces itself to guests on the official website. Its location is spectacular – located on the top of a peninsula shaped cliff…
Kayaking on Porto Santo (Madeira Archipelago, Portugal)
Looking for active ways to spend your time on Porto Santo? How about kayaking? If you enjoyed discovering the famous Portuguese Benagil Caves by kayak, you will love the…
Where to swim in Madeira: Fajã dos Padres
I am a big fan of Fajã dos Padres. Description of this gem and its history was one of the first blog posts ever published. I often recommend this…
Scenic Wedding Photo Shoot Locations on Madeira Island: Golden Hour Lava Pools
Today’s post starts a new series on our blog, where we will be featuring interesting, beautiful & unique photoshoot locations on Madeira Island & Porto Santo – perfect for…
Madeira Flower Festival 2020
Due to the pandemic, this year’s Madeira Flower Festival – Festa da Flor – not only takes place in the fall, but also changed its form. Here’s what it…
Weather in Madeira in August (2020)
As always, here is yet another Madeira Island weather photo report, this time in high season. Here is how the month of August looked like in 2020. Do not…