Madeira Island, the Pearl in the Atlantic Ocean.
A paradise full of natural beauty, top-quality gastronomy, and vibrant culture. Since the 2nd of June, Azores Airlines has been offering a direct service, weekly, between Madeira and Toronto.
Casa Velha do Palheiro is a 5 star Spa & Golf Resort situated in the old Palheiro Gardens in the foothills of Funchal. At this stunning hotel, you'll find a spa, outdoor and indoor pools, restaurants, bars and even a tea house.
Special golf holiday package: 7 nights + 5 rounds
Visit Madeira, and explore the marvelous natural beauty of the unique Laurissilva forest and the botanical gardens, you can also hike to the sight seeing spots like Pico Ruivo or Pico do Areeiro, get on a boat or bike tour or enjoy a relaxing round of golf in Madeira's stunning golf courses.
Santo da Serra Golf, a reference in Madeira, is a 27-hole golf course designed by Robert Trent Jones Sr. It's a typical mountain course, with a great view to the ocean and immaculate tees and fairways completed with fast and undulated greens.
Palheiro Golf, is a stunning 18 hole challenge with breathtaking views, fast undulating greens, well placed bunkers and tight fairways that reward accurate play. The golf course is complemented by a beautiful clubhouse, a superb restaurant, and hotel Casa Velha do Palheiro.
Porto Santo’s golf course, designed by Seve Ballesteros, stretches all the way across the island from dune-rolling beach to dramatic basalt cliffs. It offers that ideal combination off natural beauty and a challenging course. The excellent year-round weather, spectacular views, ocean breeze and unspoiled nature make the Porto Santo Golf Course a must play.
Catch a glimpse of the island's festive spirit during any of the many celebrations held throughout the year, especially during Carnival, the Flower Festival, to mark the spring, the Atlantic Festival and, of course, the New Year's Eve fireworks.
While in Madeira, besides the natural beauty, you can also find a lot of it's culture and history. In Funchal, the island’s capital visit the Old Town, the traditional Lavradores Market or take a cable car up to the top. Along the north coast, you’ll find charming small towns like Santana, known by its traditional triangular houses, and to the East, Machico, with its stunning 16th-century market.
Madeira’s gastronomy is unforgettable. Fresh tuna, fried horse-mackerel, and swordfish are some of the local delights. Espetada is the most famous dish, and it is traditionally prepared by grilling cubes of beef on a laurel skewer over wood or charcoal. After that, try some Bolo do Caco and Fried Corn, two local favorites typically cooked in a tile bit on fire.
Madeira’s excellence is attested by several awards, like the World’s Best Island Destination by the World Travel Awards, which Madeira won consecutively in the last 8 years.
Looking forward to visit Madeira?
Take advantage of the new flight connections and get to know this paradisiac island.