It’s a serene journey that gently carries you above the charming rooftops and hilltops, encapsulating the essence of ...

Nonstop flights from New York City can get you there in six hours. Here’s our guide to 10 of the best things to do on Madeira.

4 Book a sailing or windsurfing lesson at Jardim do Mar or Faja da Areia beach ... which has a spectacular cliff-top terrace. 10 Enjoy a slice of authentic Madeira cake.

Things that will never impress me ... Have your head in the clouds (actually) at Pico do Arieiro, the third highest peak in Madeira. The elevation rests at 5,965 feet and, on clear days, you ...

While Funchal has some of Madeira’s most feted hotels, there is much to recommend a 15-mile (24km) drive west along the south coast to the Estalagem da Ponta do Sol – a fine retreat set on a ...

Fran Goodman reveals how a trip to Madeira surprised her ... chasing the boat for 10 minutes or so before swimming away. READ MORE: Brilliant last minute summer holiday deals for all inclusive ...