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A plea from Jennifer Mathieson

Elderly Friends of ours purchased a timeshare at the Madeira Regency Club in
1988 and visited their purchase in 1990.
They were thrilled with their investment and we spent a couple of enjoyable
holidays out there with them. A few years later when Friends of theirs felt
that they could no longer manage the long […]

Christmas Illuminations from 23 November
The preparations for the end-of-year festivities that take place all over the island begin in November. This event officially starts off on 23 November with
the switching on of the Christmas Illuminations. The city of Funchal is transformed into a very beautiful life-size nativity scene, and the streets are
decorated with all different […]

A new petition has been set up in a bid to halt the work proposed to build a new cable car in the area of Rabacal. If you would like to sign the petition then click on the image above and fill in the petition on line.

Tall ships visit Funchal

Pictures and arrangement by Tobi Hughes
In October, destination Madeira is the stage for various sports and cultural events which will fill the
remaining sunny days of Autumn. Make the most of this balmy climate and the still very pleasant
temperature of this month, and go swimming in the sea or simply relax on an […]

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The programme of the commemorations of the World Tourism Day in Madeira includes the presentation of flowers and small gifts to tourists landing at Madeira Airport and in the streets of Funchal, free entry into museums and gardens, a concert of ancient music at the Palace of São Lourenço, performances by folkloric groups and philharmonic […]

The month of August on Madeira is known for its traditional festivities, amongst which the main religious feast “Festa de Nossa Senhora do Monte” is a highlight. You may choose the lush green freshness of the Laurissilva Forest, on Madeira, or the warm golden hues of the magnificent sandy beach on Porto Santo. The warm […]