Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. David Nikel is a travel writer covering cruising and Scandinavia. Once the last stop for explorers like Christopher Columbus and ...

This is the perfect European island to escape to this spring - TRAVEL FEATURE: Dubbed the pride of Portugal, Madeira offers ...

In 1419, when Portuguese seafarers happened on an uninhabited island in the North Atlantic, around 500 miles off the African coast, they were awed by the dense covering of greenery. Even today, after ...

Is three days enough to experience Funchal — and is it even worth it? In this Madeira itinerary, we share 10 must-do stops in Portugal’s sixth-largest city, including the Madeira Story Centre, the ...

As 2025 draws to a close, one small Atlantic island is preparing for one of European cruising’s most spectacular New Year’s Eve traditions. Guests on cruise ships in Funchal Bay on Madeira Island will ...

This video explores why the Funchal Christmas Market is increasingly regarded as one of the best in Europe. It highlights the market’s unique blend of traditional crafts, local flavors, and immersive ...

On a spectacular rocky outcrop in the mid-Atlantic, nature, history and culture converge to form a fascinating destination. This month, Madeira joins the "no-frills" map, with easyJet flights from ...

Madeira has long been a hit with intrepid explorers with its beautiful scenery, historic and colourful architecture, and epic hiking trails. However if you're short on time, then one of the must-visit ...

Exotic flowers, rugged rocks, a mild climate all year round — Madeira is a desirable place for many people. The capital of the Portuguese garden island in the Atlantic Ocean is the old trading town of ...

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