Madeira Holidays

Madeira is a beautiful island just off the coast of Portugal, and is one of the very first tourist destinations in Europe. Due to its location, Madeira enjoys a pleasant climate all year round, making it perfect for British tourists who enjoy the warm weather on their holidays but don’t want to experience a climate that is ‘too hot’.

One of the aspects of Madeira that makes it perfect for family holidays is its low crime rate. In fact, the island is practically crime free, meaning family holidays to Madeira are among the safest in Europe.

The natural beauty of Madeira

Madeira truly is a stunning island, and an island of contrast. The island has quaint rustic villages, beautiful flower gardens and mountains with peaks higher than those found in the highlands of Scotland.

Food in Madeira

Madeira has its own unique type of cuisine based on its long traditions. You can’t visit Madeira without trying ‘bolo do caco', which is a traditional bread usually served as a starter with garlic butter and some parsley. If you’re feeling more adventurous you could sample one of the local sea food delicacies, such as grilled limpets, which come direct from the grill in a heated pan.

Of course, if you’re not interested in sampling some exotic foods and would rather a more English cuisine, then Madeira can provide that too. Due to the large volume of British tourism, Madeira is accustomed to catering to British tastes.

Where to go in Madeira

Whether you’re looking for self catering holidays in Madeira or all inclusive holidays, there are plenty of resorts on the island to cater to your needs.

The resort at Canico for example is perfect if you’re into activities such as golf and scuba diving, and you have a wide choice of accommodation ranging from all inclusive holidays in hotels or self catering holidays in bungalows and villas.

If it is isolation you want from your holidays, then the island of Porto Santo is regarded by many as the last unspoilt island in Europe and is accessible from Madeira by plane or by boat.

Booking your holidays to Madeira with Future Travel

With Portugal emerging as one of the most popular tourist destinations for British holidaymakers, Madeira is a prime location for family breaks. When you book your family holidays with Co-operative Personal Travel Advisors, you can be sure that you’re getting the best value for money as our holiday experts are experienced at finding the best prices on flights and hotels. We’re not tied to any single holiday provider, so we can make sure we get the prices to suit your budget.