“…while we weren’t looking, the Atlantic’s frumpiest island got cool. Suddenly, it has designer hotels, elegant bars and cutting-edge art and architecture.”
The Sunday Times, February 3rd 2008
http://travel.timesonline.co.uk/tol/life_and_style/travel/destinations/portugal/article3287514.ece
Add comment February 5th, 2008
The “Island of Eternal Springtime”, “The Pearl of the Atlantic”, “The Floating Garden of the Atlantic”, some of the many descriptions made of the island by the many visitors since it was first discovered by the Portuguese in the 15th century. Europe focused it’s attention in Madeira for its production of sugar cane (the white gold) and for its typical and most appreciate wine. Nowadays the island is a sought after location for a pleasant, relaxing full of comfort holidays all year around.
Due to its mild climate, Madeira is nowadays one of the best holiday destination enjoyed by many tourist during all year. For nature lovers, Madeira is a paradise with its varied landscapes. The island keeps its natural charm, with its warm climate all over the year, exotic splendour of vegetation and breathtaking landscapes. The interior of the volcanic mountains offer a variety of views misty gorges, green valleys and desert plateaux. Along the cost line, towering cliffs plunge precipitously into the foaming surf.
Nowadays the island is a sought after location for a relaxing and comfortable holiday. Several pebble beaches are found along the cost, a golden sand beach in Calheta. For walkers, Madeira is the most spectacular destination in Europe, the hundred miles of paths (Levadas) allows to know every little piece of the island, taking you to the high mountains or to the rural heart of the island, appreciating all vegetation, flowers and the feeling of belonging to the nature and having a restful retreat from the hectic pace of modern life.
For Water sports lovers, Madeira reveals itself as o little paradise; its waters are rich in sub aquatic life, making it a place of dream for those who like scuba diving, fishing or sailing. The “Clube Naval da Madeira” organises several championship during the all year, for those who like to sail
In addition to its beauty, Madeira is a rich place for its friendly people, for its legends and history. A place to relax, enjoy the sun and mild climate enjoying a nice tasty glass of Madeira wine, it is a place to go and return again and again.
Add comment May 5th, 2007
Connections between Britain and Madeira have been strong and positive over time. During the Napoleonic war, British forces together with local Portuguese forces helped reenforce the island against a possible attack by Napolean. One of the soldiers was John Blandy who settled in Madeira. The Blandy family has been settled in the island for two centuries. The family still manages their own original Madeira wine company.
British people have predominated amongst the island’s visitors since old times. Other visitors from all over Europe and America have discovered this splendid island and are becoming regular visitors.
In Madeira you will feel welcomed. Portuguese people are warm and welcoming people.
Add comment February 25th, 2007
Cristiano Ronaldo - Manchester United and Portugal’s midfield
Fatima Lopes - Well known fashion designer
Karl of Austria - Austrian monarch
Artur de Sousa Pinga - Former Cs Maritimo and FC Porto
Winston Churchill - who took regular holidays in the island in the 1950s
Columbus - it’s believed Columbus lived in the island and it was Madeira exotic plants that convinced him that sailing west would take him to Indies
And plenty more.
Add comment February 18th, 2007
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