Dubbed the “Hawaii of Europe,” the island of Madeira — about 600 miles from mainland Portugal — is known for its volcanic cliffs, stunning waterfalls, and picturesque hiking trails. But anyone looking ...

Experience the challenging landing at Funchal, Madeira airport, Portugal, captured during a flight on TAP Air Portugal A319 from Lisbon. The video highlights the pilot's insights on the difficult ...

It’s election week on Madeira, early October 2025, and the Portuguese island’s customarily chill vibe is being pierced by boisterous, pop-up political rallies. PA systems straight outta Glastonbury ...

Madeira is gearing up for Carnival 2026, set to take place from 11 to 22 February. A highlight of the island’s annual events calendar, the celebrations will bring music, colour and energy to Funchal ...

A quick taste of the action at Funchal Airport in Madeira from one of several great spotting spots. More to come from here. Subscribe to @MadeiraAirport for the best Madeira footage around! FBI issues ...

The last thing you want before a walking holiday is for your travel companion to end up on crutches with a knee injury. And just like that, our carefully planned hiking trip along Madeira's levadas, ...

Flying into Madeira, Portugal’s lush volcanic island off the coast of Morocco, was one of the most terrifying landings I’ve experienced — and I’m not even a nervous flyer. Pilots need special training ...

Visitors prepare for a wild ride down Funchal streets in the comfort of a wicker toboggan. Photo Credit: Arnie Weissmann "Very vertical, very green." Those were the first notes I jotted down as United ...

Despite being brand-new, chef Steven Satterfield’s Madeira Park already has a timeless quality similar to Miller Union, his much-lauded farm-to-table restaurant. Located in the Poncey-Highland ...

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While Lisbon and the Algarve offer the Portugal loved by sunseekers, Madeira reveals the country's exotic side. Closer to Morocco than mainland Europe, this idyllic Atlantic island combines scenic ...

As one of Europe’s most captivating destinations, Madeira offers a vibrant calendar of year-round events. From lively celebrations of tradition and culture to nature festivals showcasing the island’s ...