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Flying to Madeira – What you need to know (COVID-19)
Welcome back to Madeira From 1 July 2020, Madeira will welcome tourists to the island again, and the compulsory quarantine will be lifted.
Tourist Guides Cocktail: Christmas Table Settings with Madeira Embroidery – Bordal (with video)
The cocktail took place on the 20th and we all enjoyed it. Thank you Bordal – Bordados da Madeira, and Quinta do Furão for the catering. “Bordal – Bordados da Madeira” challenged Madeira Official Tourist Guides to present a table decorated with Madeira Embroidery and inspired by Madeira’s nature: “Levadas”.
Whats on in November?
Autumn is here and Madeira dresses up with its colours without forgetting that Spring is always around.
What’s on in October?
After the famous summer holidays, busy and joyful, we could think that entertainment was about to finish, right? Wrong. The sun is still here, warming up everybody. Fall is a romantic season on Madeira…We’re waiting for you to join us:
What’s on in August?
It honours us to receive this recognition for our work!
There is no reward greater than positive feedback from the travel agent, saying that everything was great and that all the guests were amazed by Madeira!
What’s on in July?
Atlantic Festival in Madeira
Quinta Jardins do Lago Gardens
Keen on tropical plants? Then this is the garden for you in Madeira!
Flower Festival in Madeira
Palheiro’s Garden also known as Blandy’s Garden
I recommend a visit to the gardens of Madeira, especially in the winter months. as you can leave behind the snow and frost, and have the pleasure of enjoying a perpetual spring
What’s on in April?
Spring has awaken, everybody might say. Indeed the season of beauty is felt in the air with flowers blooming everywhere
What’s on in March?
Carnival in Madeira
Why Madeira?
I won’t call it Paradise. That’s too much of a cliché…
What’s on in February?
What’s on in january
New Years celebration
Christmas Workshops
Change in the Xmas & New Year’s Eve programme
Please note that there was a change in the programme, as follows: The two concerts on the 22nd and 30th december by Associação Amigos do Conservatório de Musica da Madeira, will be at 18:00 and not at 21:00.
Christmas and New Years Celebration
Boas Festas! Seasons Greetings!
The Gift That Gives knowledge 🎁
what’s on in December?
December is very special. From the first to the last day of this month we will be celebrating with joy and gracefulness
Christmas and New Years Eve Program 2018-19 Released
You can download the full PDF HERE in: English Portuguese German French Spanish
Essence of Wine
The Essence of Wine – “Essência do Vinho”, is the main event for wine tasting experience in Portugal.
What’s on in November?
What’s on in October?
From October 2nd to 7th – Nature Festival:
Nature Festival in Madeira
Official Tourist Guides in the Conference “Flemish Paintings in the Island of Madeira – 15th and 16th centuries.
Madeira official Tourst Guides returned enriched from the conference about “Flemish Paintings in the Island of Madeira
Prince Albert II of Monaco visits Madeira
The ceremony of enthronement of Prince Albert II of Monaco held by the Confraternity of Madeira Wine
Trees of Funchal – Ceiba speciosa
Botanical name: Ceiba speciosa Common name: Pink floss-silk tree
The Columbus enigma
Columbus was Italian, we first learned at school, the son of a weaver. Then this fell out of favour, and we were asked to see Columbus as an aristocrat, probably Portuguese
Madeira Wine Festival
The program of the Wine Festival for the coming days:
Columbus Festival in Porto Santo
Christopher Columbus spend some days in paradisiacal Porto Santo Island. To celebrate his passage, Vila Baleira becomes a stage during this weekend:
Tourist Guides in a Workshop
Yesterday and today some of the official Tourist Guides took part in the workshop under the theme “Endemic trees of Madeira”.
What’s on in September?
What’s on in August?
Portugal is the winner country of the WTA 2018
Portugal is the winner country in the 25th edition of the World Travel Awards with 36 awards.
What’s on in July?
Trees of Funchal – Tipuana tipu
Botanical name: Tipuana tipu Common name: Pride of Bolivia, Rosewood
What’s on in June?
Here are our June 2018 highlights:
Trees of Funchal – Kigelia africana
Botanical Name: Kigelia africana Common Name: Sausage Tree
What’s on in May?
May is here, and I couldn’t be happier. Madeira is lush with spring blossoms and new leaves at the moment.
Trees of Funchal – Erythrina crista-galli
Botanical name: Erythrina crista-galli Common Name: Cockspur Coral Tree, Cry-baby Tree
What’s on in April?
Happy Easter everyone! It’s April and spring and with it comes the amazing Flower Festival that everyone should experience at least once in their life.
Trees of Funchal – Plumeria rubra
Botanical name: Plumeria rubra Common name: Frangipani, Temple Tree, Plumeria, “Teeth Tree”
What’s on in March?
March highlights in Madeira
February Highligts in Madeira No matter which month of the year you choose to visit Madeira, there’s always something wonderful to see and do. See below Madeira’s pick of February highlights, or search the agenda and here for even more events. Carnival Festivities February 7th to 18th Carnival is one of Madeira Islands main tourist… Read More
Trees of Funchal – Brachychiton acerifolius
Botanical name: Brachychiton acerifolius Common name: Australian flame tree
Events 2018
The Event Guide for 2018, from January 1st to December 31st, with the main events that are part of the annual calendar of the whole region has been presented.
Trees of Funchal – Jacaranda mimosifolia
Botanical name: Jacaranda mimosifolia Common name: Jacaranda
Trees of Funchal – Spathodea campanulata
Botanical Name: Spathodea campanulata Common Name: African Tulip Tree or Fountain Tree
What’s on in December?
Come out and explore Funchal and Madeira! Find everything on our events calendar, from festivals and seasonal events, to workshops and concerts.