Portugal's Floating Garden
Scenic Walks, Mountain Views, and Floral Wonders Await on Madeira Island
“The earth laughs in flowers” - Ralph Waldo Emerson
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Portugal's Floating Garden
A Weekend in Reims
Around the World: A Gothic Jewel of Madeira; Welcome to Blandy’s Wine Lodge; Italy's Most Beautiful Beaches and a whole lot more…
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Travel Grub: Creamy Chicken Madeira
Curious Cove: Exploring Madeira, Europe's far-flung floating garden
Portugal's Floating Garden
Madeira, a stunning Portuguese island in the Atlantic, is known for its warm climate, lush landscapes, and dramatic mountain scenery. Once a favourite of British aristocrats, it remains a top destination for nature lovers and walkers. The island’s nickname, “Floating Garden,” comes from its vibrant flowers like the Bird of Paradise and rich greenery. Visitors can explore its spectacular peaks, including Pico Ruivo, Madeira’s highest mountain at 1,862 metres. The island’s famous levadas - ingenious irrigation channels carved into the mountains - offer scenic walking routes through valleys and hills. These trails, once essential for survival, are now a major draw for tourists. With breathtaking views, misty summits, and floral beauty, Madeira promises a truly memorable and unique experience

A Weekend in Reims
Around the World
A Gothic Jewel of Madeira
Welcome to Blandy’s Wine Lodge
Located in a historical building in the very center of Funchal, Blandy’s Wine Lodge has been the heart of the family’s wine business for 7 generations, ageing the finest Madeira wines using traditional canteiro method
The Heart of Funchal
CR7 Museum, Funchal
A Journey of Flavour and Origin
Italy's Most Beautiful Beaches
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From Social Media
Monteriggioni is a medieval fortified village located in the heart of Tuscany, near Siena
Travel Grub
Creamy Chicken Madeira
Curious Cove
Exploring Madeira, Europe's far-flung floating garden
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