Five days in Madeira, planned by locals. The essential levadas, best drives, west-coast afternoon and enough time to eat your way through the island properly.

Three properties, one fishing village, zero tourist crowds. Your guide to choosing the right stay in Paúl do Mar — cottages, a group villa and what to know before you arrive.

Skip the tourist traps. Our pick of the best restaurants in Funchal for 2026 — seafood, local classics, casual lunches and the places locals genuinely go.

From espetada to bolo do caco and poncha — the definitive guide to what to eat and drink in Madeira, written by the locals who eat it every week.

The island's best experiences, ranked and explained by locals — from levada walks and cable cars to whale watching, market mornings and west-coast sunsets.

From January 2026, Madeira's levada trails require advance booking. Here's exactly how to use SIMplifica, what it costs and which trails are affected.

The top levada walks and mountain hikes in Madeira — PR1, PR6, PR9 and more — plus everything you need to know about 2026 SIMplifica bookings and fees.

Don't want to drive in Madeira? Good news: Funchal is entirely walkable and well-connected. Here's exactly where to stay and how to manage without a hire car.

Taxi, bus or private transfer? Every option for getting from Madeira Airport to Funchal in 2026 — costs, journey times and the honest local take.

One week in Madeira, planned by locals. Seven days of levadas, west-coast drives, fresh espetada and the best of Funchal — with where to stay for each base.

Everything you need to plan a trip to Madeira in 2026, when to go, how to get around, where to stay, what to eat and the best things to do. From a local team.

Paúl do Mar is Madeira at its most raw — cliff-edged, surf-washed and genuinely quiet. Our local guide to staying, eating and exploring the west coast.

Old town charm, sea-view balcony or pool walk-out? Our Funchal neighbourhood guide cuts through the options so you book the right base for your trip.

Funchal or the west coast? Our local area guide covers every base in Madeira — from the old town to clifftop villages — so you stay somewhere that fits your trip.

When is the best time to visit Madeira? Our month-by-month weather guide covers temperatures, crowds, events and honest trade-offs for every season.