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Why you must see the Madeira Flower FestivalNurPhoto - Getty ImagesThe Portuguese Madeira Island is often referred to as the floating garden of the Atlantic, and for good reason. This beautiful island in the North Atlantic Ocean is an…

European Best Destinations recently released the top ten destinations in Europe that offer the best hotels, restaurants and activities for tourists. There are many places on the map of Europe that stand out as luxury travel destinations,…

Madeira's levadas date back over 500 years, explains our enthusiastic guide, Fabio Castro, as he takes my wife and I on a three-hour round trip to the 25 Fontes waterfalls.Bordered by a flat path, these gently flowing irrigation canals…

Madeira's levadas date back over 500 years, explains our enthusiastic guide, Fabio Castro, as he takes my wife and I on a three-hour round trip to the 25 Fontes waterfalls.Bordered by a flat path, these gently flowing irrigation canals…

Wizz Air today marks the launch of 18 new routes from its base at Gatwick Airport. After the end of all COVID-19 travel measures, including the Passenger Locator Form and testing for all arrivals, now is the perfect time to…

Bogdan Danchuk is what you might call a veteran nomad. For the past 13 years he has lived in 36 countries around the world, including New Zealand, Spain and Malta, traveling every few months to a new location.…

During the height of the pandemic and lockdowns, many of us dreamed of flying away to a distant land full of sun, sea and warm temperatures. But now that we can travel again without too many restrictions, our bank accounts…

There is strong interest in the Airbnb free house in Sicily This weekend there is an open house for those curious to take a look. Two months ago, we told you about an exciting opportunity offered by the Italian town of Sambuca di Sicilia…

Getty Images As usual, you're probably sitting at work wondering when and where you can go on vacation. As quickly as possible. And you've probably done the usual thing of…

The Post has released its annual Holiday Money Report, putting 36…

In the UKinflation is at highest in decades, household bills are skyrocketing, and the country could be on the verge of a real cost-of-living crisis. But why would that mean you can't leave? Everyone should be able to escape the daily…

The world's cheapest holiday hotspots for Britons in 2022 have been revealed in an annual report and it's Marmaris in Turkey that is number one in the ranking.It is here that their book will stretch the most, followed by Sunny Beach in…

In 2022, travel resumes service. And whether you're looking to jet off to a distant paradise or stay comfortable with a staycation, everyone's on the hunt for top-notch sightseeing. Review site TripAdvisor echoed what he says are the top…

Turkey is among the countries that unvaccinated travelers can visit (Picture: Getty Images)Traveling over the past few years has been a rollercoaster of rule changes and variable entry conditions. Travel has rebounded lately,…

According to information available on the ANA – Aeroportos de Portugal website, three flights operated by TAP, from Lisbon and Porto, and three other flights operated by Jet2.com, from the United Kingdom, have been canceled due to…

Funchal beach resorts to get free Wi-Fi Spectacular bathing facilities become more digital The authorities of Madeira's capital, Funchal, have decided to introduce free Wi-Fi infrastructure in the four bathing complexes available on the…

This is the stunning ocean-view villa that Cristiano Ronaldo is said to have rented for his family before he returned to Italy last summer during the coronavirus pandemic. The Manchester United striker, then at Juventus, chose the…

Madeira authorities have revealed in their latest update that the COVID-19 testing requirement at airports and ports has ended. However, it was explained that only certain categories of travelers will be exempt from this entry rule,…

Home to colorful towns rising on volcanic hills and botanical gardens teeming with exotic plants, Madeira is Portugal's subtropical gem. This spring, you can visit during its colorful flower festival by joining TV's Adam Frost for a…

Why book?To switch off completely in the most glamorous setting.Hotel address: Reid Palace, Estrada Monumental 139, 9000-098 Funchal, Madeira, PortugalWebsite: Booking.comPhone number: +44 1223 30 60 30Price from: around £284 a nightReid's…

The Madeira Government Council has set the value of the minimum monthly wage in the region at 723 euros, an increase of 41 euros compared to the amount set last year.The value of the minimum monthly wage in 2021 was 682 euros, which is…

Escape to Mauritius – or one of these November winter sun hotspots (Picture: Getty)As things get frosty throughout November, you can't be faulted for seeking out some sunshine. Catch some golden rays on a white sand beach…

As customers awaiting refunds start to get carried away, TAP takes the issue by saying they have already refunded 679.8 million euros.However, a quick search on social media is enough to find several people very unhappy with this 72.5%…

This is the magnificent ocean-view villa that Cristiano Ronaldo reportedly rented for his family before his return to Italy last summer during the coronavirus pandemic. The Manchester United striker, then at Juventus, chose the six-bed…

Our researchers compare prices to find the best deals for Autumn Sun vacation packages across the Mediterranean and staycations in 2022.The traffic light system is gone, leaving only a no-fly list and a much larger fly list. From October 4…

The French national tourist missing in Madeira intended to walk for 12 days, totaling 220 kilometers. The information was confirmed to the JOURNAL by a friend, who presumes that Benoit Way may have chosen to…

Lisbon is the most exclusive municipality to buy a house in Portugal with the most expensive square meter in the country.Homeowners in the capital ask an average of €4,898 per square meter (€/m2), according to a study by idealisticthe…

Alfama is Lisbon's oldest district. The streets are old, the apartments are old and most of the inhabitants look even older! It is the only neighborhood to survive the earthquake of 1755 when most of Lisbon was…

More than half of European cities are still plagued by polluted air, new data showdespite a reduction in traffic emissions and other pollutants during last year lockdowns.Cities in Eastern Europe, where coal is still a major source of…

Whether you prefer the classic, authentic Portuguese custard tarts recipe or want to try a different version of pastry, Lisbon has enough different versions of pastéis de nata to appeal to all taste buds. Here is a selection of our…