Madeira in Celebration: Discover the Magic of the Popular Saints Festivals
The Festas dos Santos Populares (Popular Saints Festivities) are among the most vibrant and cherished celebrations in Madeira. Dedicated to three beloved saints—St. Anthony, St. John, and St. Peter—these festivities fill towns and villages with music, dancing, traditional food, colorful decorations, and
Cherry Festival – A Celebration of Tradition and Flavor in Jardim da Serra
The Cherry Festival is a long-standing event held in the parish of Jardim da Serra, Madeira, since 1954. Known originally as the “Cherry Day,” it is one of the island’s oldest fruit-themed celebrations. Typically taking place in June—when cherries are ripe
Wheels of History: Madeira Classic Car Revival 2025
MADEIRA CLASSIC CAR REVIVAL 2025: A CELEBRATION OF AUTOMOTIVE EXCELLENCE Last weekend – May 23, 24, and 25 – Funchal hosted the 12th edition of the Madeira Classic Car Revival (MCCR), an iconic event held as part of the 2025 Flower Festival. Organized by
A New Office, a New Era & Food Tours!
(Jaqueline Freitas - MEFFT General Manager) We are proud to launch our newest endeavour! Welcome to the Madeira Food on Foot Tours Central! Our rendez-vous for: - Bookings!- Tour information!- And meeting point for our tours just for you along our lovely guides! Located in
From Spring to Easter and into the Flower Festival 2022!
Spring is already here! From the beautiful landscapes to the suculent food! Madeira is an ideal place to visit this season! So before Summer take a chance and visit our beloved Island! From: Easter Festivities; To Tours; To the Rum Festival; To the Flower Festival! Easter Festivities: From traditional
Madeira’s Xmas & New Year’s Eve: What to look for
In this season of hope there is much to do and much to feel. It's a season of magic & love. Be it Christmas or New Year's Eve! And as a popular destination, what better place to be than Madeira for the
Popular Madeiran Food & Beverages: Part 2
Continuing our little exploratory travel, from the previous article: Popular Madeiran Food & Beverages: Part 1 we found ourselves in the word of Madeiran Beverages. And they are plenty! Suffice to say we will stick with some of the most popular ones but you
Popular Madeiran Food & Beverages: Part 1
As expected the Madeiran gastronomy has something to offer everyone, including: tourists, locals and naturally foodies! During the first part of this article, we'll uncover a few of the most popular delicacies off the Island in terms of Food. Part two will then include
Madeira’s Flower & Wine Festivals: Part 2
As with the Madeira Flower Festival the Madeira Wine Festival is also one of the island´s main tourist attractions that pays tribute to this precious nectar and its undeniable socioeconomic significance, an event programmed from October,8th to 24th. As such, we
Madeira’s Flower & Wine Festivals: Part 1
Within the realm of possiblities and events Madeira Island offers you two major endeavours: The Madeira Flower Festival and Wine Fesival! Both occuring, exceptionally this year, during October 2021. The Flower Festival from: October,1st to 24th The Wine Festival from: October,8th to 24th. Regarding the Flower