Madeira

Holiday homes Madeira

"A TROPICAL ISLAND IN THE ATLANTIC" - The lush semi-tropical Island of Madeira, situated in the Atlantic Ocean, off the west coast of Africa, has long been one of Portugal's most sought after holiday destinations. Its lack of sandy beaches is more than made up for by the many excellent swimming pools and easily accessible neighboring beach resort isle of Porto Santo, only 25 miles away, with 6 miles of golden sandy beach along the south coast.

Madeira offers a unique combination of extraordinarily beautiful scenery, as well as excellent all year round climate.

Madeira is regarded as an all year round "floating garden". Bougainvilleas, the jacaranda, the bird of paradise flower, the wide variety of orchids, the flamingo flower and many more. Just a sight of these will take your breath away. Bananas, oranges, lemons, apples, pears, melons, paw paw, mango, avocado, passion fruit all grow on the Island.

Madeira wines have made the Island famous. The trade with foreign countries started in the 18th century and has flourished ever since. Visit the wine lodges for tastings Malmsey - the sweetest,

The high standards of accommodation satisfy every holidaymaker's dream.There is an abundance of water sports, magnificent big game fishing, a 27 hole golf course at Santo da Serra - 24 kms from Funchal, plus a second golf course, (18 hole), at Quinta do Palheiro, in the surrounding of Funchal and good facilities for riding, tennis and unforgettable walks through the mountains and woodlands following the old irrigation channels (Levadas).

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