Região Autónoma da Madeira Travel Forum

Hi, me and my fiance are planning a weeks trip to Madeira, the only compromise we can live with are the lack of beaches. However we are looking for a relaxing break and have seen a Hotel in Santa Cruz, near Funchal. Has anyone stayed in this resort. We are in our 20's but not into loud bars and nightlife. Are there any better suited resorts.

When is the best time to visit for the weather and less crowds. We can either go in the middle of August or towards the end of September

Hello,

I am renting a car at Funchal Airport- can anyone give me directions to the Hotel Savoy Gardens in Funchal?

Thank you for your help!

please can somebody help me with a question. how much roughly does a meal for two average? also, how much money should i take for a weeks holiday, not including car hire? i have never been to madeira before and i am planning a trip for the end of september, any ideas on weather that time of the year also please. thank you

i would be grateful if somebody could please contact me to let me know an average cost for meal for 2 people in cafes, restaurants etc, along with average cost for buying essential items, toiletries, bread, milk etc if required to buy. i am planning my first trip for the end of september this year, any advice would be welcome. thank you kindly.

Hi there,

Could you please advise how can we reach the hotel from the airport? Is there any shuttle or have you got any other proposal? If we take a taxi, would you have some information about reliable taxi companies and the costs?

Thanks.

Best regadrs,
Judit

plannig a trip to funchal from 24june-30thjune, does anyone know what the weathers gonna be like?

thanks

I am researching Madeira embroidery. Does anyone know when the metal Gremio seal was replaced with the paper seal? Thank you very much

We're in Funchal one day in November....on a Saturday.
I know we could walk around on our own, take the cable, visit Monte, do the toboggan down, visit the market and a wine lodge, have lunch and spend a leisurely
day. Another option is to hire a private taxi for 3-4 hours and still do a few of the above.

A third choice is to go touring for the entire day with Strawberry World Tours.
They offer East OR West:

BEST OF THE WEST - Full Day Tour € 29 per person
This tour departs from the Monumental Lido 09.00 hrs - Camara de Lobos - Cabo Girão - Ribeira Brava - Encumeada - São Vicente - Seixal - Porto Moniz - Paúl da Serra - Bica da Cana - Return to Monumental Lido

BEST OF THE EAST - Full Day Tour € 29 per person
This tour departs from the Monumental Lido 09.00 hrs - Camacha - Poiso - Pico do Arieiro -Ribeiro Frio - Santana - Faial - Porto da Cruz - Portela - Ponta São Lourenço - Santa Cruz Return to Monumental Lido

ANY THOUGHTS ON HOW TO BEST SPEND THE DAY?????

Thanks,
Karen

I am going to madeira next week. We are staying in a central located hotel in Funchal (Hotel Madeira). Does anyone know if there is a bus service from the airport in Funchal, If so how much does it cost?

Cheers

Peter

Hi all, This is a strange but urgent question.... my uncle had a heart attack while on a cruise ship, i have been informed it docks in madeira tomorrow (dont know time) i have searched the internet and found only funchal as port for cruise ships (hope i am right!) but i would like to know what hospital is he likely to be transferred to? All i know it has a cardiac unit!!
Really hope someone can help.. in any way possible even docking times!! any info grateful.
Thanks so much, very grateful for future replies x

Hi i really want to go here when I spend a day in funchal. but i having trouble locating it from where the cruise ship docks.

can anyone advise me of how to get there.

Fiona

I'm looking for a cruise that spends New Year's Eve 2008 in Funchal.

Am thinking about coming to Madeira for 3 or 4 days at the beginning of June.

What is the weather normally like? Is it quite warm?

Is windsurfing very popular there and if so, whereabouts?

Thanks for any help

Cat

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We'll be in Funchal on March 28th. We always enjoying visiting the downtown Market (fish, flowers and vegetables) We would also like to go to the Grocery Store.
Can you please help me with the Super Market names? And are any in the downtown area?
Thanking you in advance
Martha

We will be in Funchal for only one full day on November 5th as a cruise port.
We wanted to explore the main town, markets, etc. on our own for a few hours.
There is a company that offers a half day tour as follows:

Nun’s Valley – 2 persons at 19 each (lunch not included)
Funchal – Eira do Serrado – Curral das Freiras – Pico dos Barcelos – Funchal

Does that seem worthwhile to do for a few hours in the morning and then explore on our own for the afternoon? Any advice would really be appreciated.

Thanks,
Marty

I am going to Funchal in August with my sister, 21 and friend, 20. Where are the best nightclubs? and do we have to pay to get in?
Thanks

Hi
This maybe a silly question but; -
We were thinking of going to Porto Santo for the 1st week in July. How busy do the beaches get as I have been told that the Portugese take advantage of this lovely island at this time of year. Being a small Island we didnt know if it was going to be heaving with people.
Thanks
Chris

Hi
This maybe a silly question but; -
We were thinking of going to Porto Santo for the 1st week in July. How busy do the beaches get as I have been told that the Portugese take advantage of this lovely island at this time of year. Being a small Island I wasnt sure.
Thanks
Chris

I have been doing some research regarding a holiday in May this year and have seen a lovely place to stay near Sao Vicente. My question is - is it cooler in this area on the North coast than in the Funchal and South Coast region, and if so by how much at this time of year.

Also, with regard to hiring a car we are thinking of doing this as we are planning on taking my parents (who are in their early 70's) who have slight mobility problems (one more than the other). When driving through the villages and in Funchal what is the parking like - are there car parks or spaces along the promenade etc?

Thanks,

Sue

What is a cheap way to travel between Lisbon & Madeira? TAP and other airlines are not less than 160 Euros Plus one way (taxes extra). Please help!!!

We have the chance of a good deal to Funchal in late Feb. However,though we understand the weather should be ok give or take the odd shower, we are concerned that we will miss out on flowers in bloom. Would it be worth us waiting and paying more for a May booking?

Hi!

We're a couple planning a trip to Madeira this February, abt 7 days. We are now looking for a flat to rent not far from the seaside.

The part of Madeira doesn't matter as long as there is a nice beach around!

Contact me via email: anna (at) artext.info

Best regards,
Anna

Hi All, can anyone point me in the direction of any good restaurants near the Forum Madeira shopping centre? ( We are staying at the Duas Torres )
Thanks
Tricky Dicky.

Hi,

I'm arriving in Funchal on a cruise later this month and we have a whole day on the island. Are there any car hire companies at the cruise terminal/port? Or are they all in downtown Funchal? Who are reliable companies to choose? Thanks.

I'm visiting Funchal in December and am hoping to be able to buy a Nintendo Wii as they are sold out everywhere in the UK (available elsewhere in the EU but not here).

Has anyone got an idea where I can get one (how much?)and whether there are stock issues in Madeira as well.

If anyone knows stores that have websites that would be very helpful as well (just in case I need to preorder)

Thanks again

Biscuitman

hi; i'm thinking of travelling to madeira in early january. i'd like some accurate info regarding the weather at that time of year i.e from a real person rather than a statistic. should i bring my wellies and umbrella or cozzy and shades. much depends on the reply.

dr. gonzo beerlizard m.d.

We're going to be in Funchal for a day at the end of the month, and I'm trying to find a way to make the most of our 8 hours. In addition to some sights around Funchal, I think we might like to head over to see Cabo Girão.

If we took a taxi, about how long would it take and how much would it cost? Would it be possible to get there/back by bus?

Thanks for your help!

Hi, has anyone stayed at The Duas Torres hotel and if so was it o.k. and exactly where is it. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Hi there

I'm planning to visit Madeira in early November, I'm sure the weather will be unpredictable, but I wonder if any locals or regular visitors to Madeira might be able to tell me what the weather is normally like at this time of year - early/mid November?

Also, is it easy to hire a car from the airport in Funchal?

Is Funchal the best location to stay in at this time of year? Is it central enough to then visit other places too?

Last question! - would anyone recommend any bed&breakfasts in Funchal? Something simple, but good.

Lastly - can you swim in the sea in November? I'm used to the English channel/north sea so I don't need it to be too warm!

Would love to hear from anyone!
Thanks in advance.

Laura

Hi

Is there a walking festival in january 2008,if so please send details.

Thanks Iris