All posts filed under: Things to do in Madeira

[:en]Looking for the best things to do in Madeira? From levada walks to dolphin-watching, shopping tips, gardens, and natural swimming pools; this category covers the top experiences and hidden gems across the island, for every type of traveler.[:pt]À procura do que fazer na Madeira? Desde passeios pelas levadas e miradouros incríveis, à observação de golfinhos, jardins exóticos e piscinas naturais; esta categoria reúne experiências imperdíveis e sugestões fora do comum para aproveitar o melhor da ilha.[:]

The day I went chasing Rabaçal waterfalls – a Levada walk in Madeira À procura das cascatas do Rabaçal – uma caminhada nas Levadas da Madeira

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[:en] The day I went chasing Rabaçal waterfalls – a Levada walk in Madeira Last September, Hit the road Madeira launched a new walk to Rabaçal, in the west part of Madeira. Their goal was to show visitors the beautiful waterfalls of Rabaçal, away from the busy, best-known Levada of the 25 fountains. Let me tell you more about Rabaçal Waterfalls Hike… PICK UP was at 8:45. The meeting point was in Funchal old town, near the cable car. There were 4 of us plus the driver Vitor and mountain guide Lisa. First, we stopped at Ponta do Sol to buy lunch in a cosy bakery with affordable prices, but you can also bring a “picnic” lunch if you prefer. The Levada hike was 14 km and lasted about 5 h 30 m. As we were walking in Levada trails, these are often irregular with roots, rocks and slippery puddles. You can also find tree branches right above your head. So, you need to be careful and pay attention to the security instructions. Luckily we had Lisa, …

Photo Sessions in Madeira Sessões Fotográficas na Madeira

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[:en] Photo Sessions in Madeira A couple of months ago I was looking at my Instagram feed, and I began to see these photos in Madeira that captured my attention. There was something different about them, the light, the composition, the style, even the citation underneath! :)   View this post on Instagram A post shared by Benjamin Begin (@benjamin_artwork) As I scrolled the whole feed I loved every one of them, so I said to myself; Who is Benjamin Begin?   View this post on Instagram A post shared by Benjamin Begin (@benjamin_artwork) The bio linked to his website and there I found he did photo sessions. I was looking for new pictures of my Airbnb, plus I wanted to capture the neighboorhood as well (plus I just had my new Walkingframe From Madeira to Mars t-shirt), so these photo sessions in Madeira, looked like the perfect match.     I sent Ben a direct message on Instagram, and that’s how we met and booked the photo session. We got together for a coffee …

5 Ways to use Madeira Embroidery 5 maneiras de usar o Bordado Madeira

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[:en] 5 Ways to use Madeira Embroidery I grew up with Madeira Embroidery. It was in the dress of my first party, on the tablecloths of my birthday and the sheets of my children’s crib. My mother knows how to embroider and tried to teach me, but without success. Times were different, and there were many other distractions… However, I learned to give value to Madeira Embroidery when I realised how much time, hand expertise and devotion exists in the construction of each piece. Each point has its science, transmitted from mothers to daughters, from embroiderer to embroiderer. I love the names they give to each point: the “garanitos” (for beginners), the shadow points, the “cavacas”, the “bastides”, the widows (viúvas) among others. Touching a piece of Madeira Embroidery is realising what tradition means. It is the softness of cotton or linen, and the delicacy of each line pulled by a needle worked with saliva and sweat. Being an embroiderer was once the financial support of most Madeiran women. It is not a profession for …