Hidden gem: Poço dos Chefes
Poço dos Chefes is the icing on the cake during summer trips to the Valley of the Nuns in Madeira. Do not forget to pack your bathing suit and…
Tag: Hidden gems
Madeira off-the-beaten-track.
All our posts on hidden gems and interesting, less popular attractions in Madeira and Porto Santo.
See also all Madeira attractions and if you are looking for information about Madeira and Porto Santo trails specifically, take a look at the Madeira hikes category.
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?
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…
Madeira attractions: Fajã da Rocha do Navio
There are places on Madeira that simply leave you speechless. One of them is Fajã da Rocha do Navio. After a short walk on the fajã, my feelings were…
Madeira – Hidden Gems
Looking for hidden gems on Madeira Island? Here is the list of our 20 favourite finds: secluded places and unusual, less-known attractions off the beaten path.
Funchal Attractions: Armazém do Mercado
Is Armazém do Mercado another hidden gem of Funchal? If you love art & handmade crafts – definitely. There are 3 reasons why I would recommend visiting Armazém do…
Recommended day trips from Funchal: Eira do Serrado – Nun’s Valley – Poco dos Chefes
Are you looking for ideas for an easy and unforgettable day trip from Funchal? A (half) day trip to the Valley of the Nuns is a perfect option for those both with and without a car.
Funchal Gems: Universo de Memorias João Carlos Abreu
Funchal gems: Five reasons why you should visit Universo de Memorias in Funchal. Gallery, practical info & interesting facts.
Where to swim in Madeira – part I – Beaches in Madeira
You won’t find beautiful, snow-white, natural sandy beaches in Madeira Island. So, where to swim and what are the beaches like in Madeira?
Best of Madeira: Faja dos Padres
Fajã… is a piece of flat, fertile land, created by flowing lava, which is located at the bottom of the cliff, cut off on one side by the cliff, on the other by water. It is a beautiful and unique place, which is definitely worth discovering during.