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Madeira holidays

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Madeira

With year-round sunshine, the tranquil Portuguese island of Madeira is nicknamed the Floating Garden as it’s a haven for flora, fauna and lush plantations. The perfect place for a relaxing holiday where small undiscovered villages, churches and museums rub shoulders with the sprawling capital of Funchal. To the east of the island, thereare stunning views from he peak of Pico de Arieiro and the village of Santana, famous for its traditional thatched roofed houses,. Discover vineyards at Quinta do Furao and the small fishing village of Machico.

To the west of the island, there is the picturesque village of Camara del Lobos, the highest sea cliff in Europe at Cabo Girao and Porto Maniz, famous for its rock pools. Madeira is surrounded by almost vertical cliffs, so there are no beaches as such, but the Lido at Funchal makes a fun day out. Mix in the island’s four main festivals - Carnival, the Flower Festival, the Wine Festival and the lively New Year’s Eve celebrations, fine hotels, designer stores and Madeira ticks lots of holiday boxes.

Sao Paulo E Alegria
Funchal

Departing 10/05/2012 from Gatwick
7 nights self catering

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0208 819 9208 to book!

£206

Santa Catarina
Santa Cruz

Departing 21/03/2012 from Gatwick
7 nights Half Board

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£284

Things To Do

Holidays in Madeira centre around relaxing pursuits, with days spent around the pool or strolling around the wide range of shops. For the more active, hiking on Madeira is incredible. Diving, surfing, sea kayaking and big game fishing are also available in the waters around the island. Head to the Lido in Funchal for swimming. Take a ferry to the neighbouring island of Porto Santo, a beach-lovers paradise. Visit the Botanical Gardens in Funchal or the Tropical Gardens in Monte to see the island’s exotic flowers. Ride the cable car from Funchal up to Monte, where its twin towered church and gardens are worth a visit. Don't miss a return back down to the city in a traditional toboggan.

Food & Drink

Due to its island location, fish and seafood features heavily in the Madeiran cuisine, with tuna, swordfish, clams, mussels and oysters all specialities. Madeira cake is renowned throughout the world and is best enjoyed in its home. In Funchal, there's a wide choice of cosmopolitan-style eateries, from burger bars to Chinese restaurants. Madeirans also have their own version of fast food, called 'prego'; a thin slice of grilled steak served in a bun. The local Madeira sherry-like wine is a classic and the good dry white local wines and Atlantis rose have to be tried.

In The Evening

Nightlife during the week is pretty laid back with many of the larger hotels having regular live entertainment, including music, cabaret and folklore shows. The towns coming alive at weekends. There are several music bars and discos in Funchal. For a more relaxed evening, seek out one of the panoramic seafront bars or head to the old town’s network of streets and alleys where you’ll find authentic and traditional venues.

Health & Entry Requirements

It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct travel insurance and vaccinations and / or special medication for your destination. Please consult your GP for advice at least one month ahead of travel.

It is essential that you meet the visa and passport requirements for your chosen destination. Visit the Foreign & Commonwealth Office (http://www.fco.gov.uk) website for up to date entry requirements listed by country.