Take it back to your room and enjoy whilst watching the stars on a clear night. It was also located amongst residential houses, so it was great to grab a coffee or lunch at local eateries where the locals hung out.īuy the unctiously sweet Madeira wine from the local cash and carry for only €4.99. It had panoramic views from every room and at night you could see the the whole town lit up from every window. The highlight for me was staying in a stunning cliff-top Airbnb villa overlooking the town and the sea. Feel the sand between your toes, take a refreshing dip in the sea and when the heat gets too much, head over to the many waterside restaurants for a cooling drink. There are only a few natural beaches on Madeira so most are man-made. It’s a low-key place with a man-made Praia (beach) made from sand being imported from Morocco. Yes, they look like this! Nestled amongst the hills, this picturesque parish has quaint cliff top villages with winding roads that zigzag to the beach front hotels, shops and restaurants. Sunsets are not the only memorable thing about Calheta. So, I’ve put together my top 10 places to visit on the island of Madeira.Ĭalheta and Praia Da Calheta - The perfect place to stay in Madeira From hiking the peaks, to mountain biking and whale watching, Madeira is truly a hidden gem that’s as adventurous as it is gentle. While it's had a reputation for attracting the silver surfers, there's a new generation of travellers that are coming here for adventure.
Its steep rocky peaks, sweeping vistas and cloud-covered mountains stole my heart. This makes it comfortingly familiar, yet there was a wild and magical side to it which took me completely by surprise. It's got the heat of Morocco, the terraced hill-top villages of Nepal and the lush flora of Asia. In a way, Madeira reminds me of many places I've visited before. What with its panoramic landscapes and terracotta-roofed villages, it was the perfect place to relax and enjoy nature. I have to say, I’m so glad I did, as I fell totally in love with it. As a green-list destination, it was a safe bet to escape to for a quarantine-free summer break. I recently came back from a trip to the beautiful island of Madeira.
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