Portugal's subtropical isle of Madeira rises from the Atlantic like a greenery-tinted dream. Comprised of the various peaks of massive underwater mountains, Madeira has a coastline stretching some ...

Photograph by Celeste Noche Curral das Freiras sits in a deep valley in central Madeira. Surrounded by mountains, it can only be accessed by a single road. It owes its name, meaning ‘nun’s ...

The Caminho Real 23 (CR23), the Madeira Island Ultra Trail and the Boca do Risco trail The Madeira Coastline meets the mountains. Photo: Shutterstock For those seeking multi-day hikes, there are some ...

On the route, travellers can expect panoramic views of Madeira’s rugged mountains and cloud-drenched valleys, alongside ancient lava flows and the relict laurel trees. “Often you’ll reach ...

I had never heard of a hotel within a hotel before until checking into The Reserve, a boutique hotel in the landmark Savoy Palace in Funchal.

2. Madeira and Azores - Martin takes on the mountains of Madeira as a rally car navigator and patrols the waters of the Azores on the look-out for sperm whales. More info ...