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?
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
It’s been a hot minute since my last blog post… mostly because I’ve been out doing what I love most: hiking all over Madeira. And while I’ve been busy posting trail vlogs on Instagram and TikTok, there’s one question that pops up over and over again in my DMs: “Wait —… Read More »How the new Madeira trail booking system works
Sunrise at Pico do Arieiro is something that lands on almost everyone’s to‑do list when they visit Madeira, and even though I’ve done it countless times, I still enjoy it every single time. This time, though, I set off for a slightly different adventure. Instead of driving up and then… Read More »Sunrise Trip to Pico do Arieiro by Bus
Madeira is known for its dramatic mountain landscapes and a visit to the highest peaks should be on everybody’s itinerary when coming to the island. I still remember my first sunset up on Pico do Arieiro. It was actually a super cloudy day, but just as the sun was setting,… Read More »Pico Ruivo vs. Pico do Arieiro: Which peak is better?
When I first moved to Madeira, I was still a vegetarian. That didn’t last long. First, it was the fresh seafood that broke me — so fresh, so tempting, I just had to give in. I stuck with pescatarian for a while, thinking I could make it work. But the… Read More »Authentic Espetada restaurants near Funchal, Madeira
