If you’ve been following along on my social media, you might have seen that last week I was given a challenge that felt almost impossible: keeping two never-tired German Shepherds entertained in Funchal. It was exhausting, no doubt, but it also turned into something really positive. It pushed me to… Read More »Best Walks Near Funchal: 3 Scenic Options Close to the City
Madeira is often called a hiking paradise and honestly, it lives up to the hype. Most itineraries include at least some of the popular levada walks or mountain hikes. But what if you don’t feel like hiking every single day? Or the weather just doesn’t cooperate, which happens more often… Read More »What to do in Madeira (besides hiking)
If you’re coming to Madeira, chances are hiking is at the top of your list. And rightly so. With hundreds of trails spread all across the island, it’s one of the best hiking destinations in Europe. But once you start planning, the same questions always come up: how do you… Read More »The best transport options for hiking trails in Madeira
Madeira is not exactly known as a beach destination. Most people come here for the hikes, the mountains, the waterfalls. But if you’ve spent a bit more time on the island, you’ll quickly realize that Madeira does have something pretty unique to offer: black sand beaches. And honestly, I sometimes… Read More »Black sand beaches on Madeira: is Seixal worth the hype?
Seeing the sunrise above the clouds at Pico do Arieiro is one of those “you have to do it” experiences when coming to Madeira. And honestly? As cliché as it sounds—it’s still worth it. Every single time. Well… most of the time. Because if there’s one thing you should know about Madeira,… Read More »Complete guide to a sunrise on Pico do Arieiro
The more my account grows, the more questions I get in my DMs. And I genuinely love it. I try to answer everyone as best as I can, but I’ve noticed something: the same questions keep coming up again and again. Should I rent a car? What’s the weather like?… Read More »7 Things I Wish I Knew Before Coming to Madeira for the First Time
Porto Santo Weekend trip from Madeira: Is It Worth it?If you’ve been to Madeira or are planning a visit, chances are you’ve heard of Porto Santo — that tiny sister island sitting about 40 kilometres to the northeast. It’s famous for one thing above all else: its golden sandy beaches.… Read More »Porto Santo Weekend Getaway: Everything You Need to Know
Madeira is famous for its endless hiking trails. Which is great when you have years to explore the island. But when you only come to Madeira for a week or two, many visitors face decision paralysis and simply do not know which trail is the right one for them. And… Read More »The best family-friendly hikes in Madeira and how to choose
How big is Madeira actually? And how long does it take to drive around it? These are questions I get asked all the time. And honestly, Madeira is not that big at all. This little piece of paradise is only about 60 km long and just about 22 km tall.… Read More »Driving on Madeira: the ultimate road trip guide + itinerary
Madeira does Carnival. And not a little bit. Every year, when February rolls around, Funchal starts to feel like it has its own heartbeat. Lights go up, music drifts through the streets, and suddenly you realize: this island is absolutely serious about Carnaval. This year for Madeira Carnival 2026, the… Read More »Your guide for Madeira Carnival 2026
