Madeira hikes: Monte – Levada dos Tornos
There are several trails and levada walks on Madeira Island that are easily reachable by public transport. One of these hikes is the route lying just north of Funchal: Levada dos Tornos
Wedding venues in Madeira: Oceanview Altar at the Porto Mare
If there is one hotel on Madeira Island that has a truly overseas destination wedding vibe, that would be in my opinion Porto Mare. Green banana & palm trees, azure blue pools, and most of all: a beautiful sea view altar – if this is what your dream wedding location looks like, you might want to consider Porto Mare Hotel.
Madeira Island Hotels: The Cliff Bay Funchal
The Cliff Bay is a 5-star hotel belonging to PortoBay Hotels & Resorts, located on Estrada Monumental in Funchal, the main hotel area of Madeira Island. What makes its location unique is that it is built on the corner of a small peninsula-shaped piece of land, which guarantees great ocean views both from the east and south.
Madeira Hikes: Levada do Moinho – Levada Nova
The most popular picture from Levada do Moinho – Levada Nova is a picture of a characteristic waterfall carved in the rock. This part of the hike is definitely…
Our Portuguese podcast about Madeira Island
Learn or improve your Portuguese before visiting Madeira Island. Here is a free podcast lesson with a number of useful words that you will definitely come across when exploring the island.
Madeira Levadas: Levada Fajã do Rodrigues (PR16)
The levada route PR16: Fajã do Rodrigues remains in the shadows of other Madeira levada hikes. I wonder why since it is a beautiful, green levada, famous primarily for…
My favourite IG accounts from Madeira Island
My IG profile @sayyestomadeira has recently turned 2. In the last two years, I have discovered some interesting Madeira Island accounts and today, I would like to share these…
Funchal Architecture: The mysterious Turquoise Old Seminary building
What especially catches the eye is its unique colour. The fading paint on its walls is something between old turquoise, cyan and aquamarine… Read about this architectural gem of Funchal
Off the beaten path wedding venues in Madeira: Unique Fajã dos Padres
Marta was one of the first brides who contacted me regarding getting married in Madeira. A year later, I was really happy to participate in their small and informal…
Levada Walks: Rabaçal – Levada das 25 Fontes e Risco
aka. The Mesmerizing Symphony of Beautiful Laurissilva’s Sounds… Levadas Rabaçal – 25 Fontes (25 Falls) and Risco, usually visited during the same trip, are probably the two most popular…
Madeira Island Bucket List – 20 Awesome things to do in Madeira
Get inspired with our Madeira Island bucket list for all first-time visitors. 20 awesome places, attractions and ideas.
Wedding Venues in Madeira: Quinta do Furão
When I stepped into the hotel’s garden, once again I realized that I should listen to my husband more often… It was him who suggested the Quinta do Furão…