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Plane bounces off runway while battling strong winds at popular holiday airport

This is the moment a plane bounces off the runway as the aircraft battles strong winds at a Madeira airport.

The Independent UK

Martin Clunes: Islands of the Atlantic — release date, exclusive interview, trailer, episode guide and everything we know

Martin Clunes: Islands of the Atlantic sees the actor go on an Atlantic odyssey on ITV1.

WhatToWatch

NAPA to represent Portugal at Eurovision Song Contest

The band from Madeira ran away with the public vote to book their berth to Berne in Switzerland for the Eurovision Song Contest in May.

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The best mid-haul destinations to fly to from the UK in 2025

Pack your bags for a whole new experience with these top mid-haul locations to visit in 2025

The Independent UK

Keir Starmer joins family in Madeira after delaying holiday following brother Nick's death

Sir Keir goes on first holiday as PM, having cancelled his summer break due to the riots and delaying his winter trip after the death of his brother

Evening Standard

More than 1,300 tiny snails reintroduced to remote Atlantic island

The Desertas Island land snails have been set free to roam on the uninhabited island of Bugio, near Madeira

The Guardian - UK

Madeira: an all-year round playground for the perfect multi-generation holiday

For decades, it’s appealed to an older crowd, but Lucy Tobin finds the Portuguese island offers an easy break for all the family with sun, adventure and sea under four hours away from London

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Madeira to charge hikers a fee to visit its popular walking trails

The Portuguese island will be charging €3 across many of its hiking trails in 2025

The Independent UK

Popular holiday island introduces pay-to-walk charges on 30 hiking routes

Tourists visiting Madeira face €50 fines if they dodge hiking trail surcharge

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Fires rage for eighth day on Portuguese tourist island as EU sends help

The Atlantic island of Madeira has been on alert for high temperatures and risk of wildfires for days

The Independent UK

Exploring Madeira’s hidden gems: bucket-list views, culture and cuisine

Independent culture and lifestyle writer Ellie Muir shares her adventures and culinary highlights from exploring the stunning Portuguese island of Madeira

The Independent UK

Big Max Traveler Travel Cover Review

How did this lower-priced travel cover hold up as we took it across to the beautiful island of Madeira?

Golf Monthly

Palheiro Golf Course Review

Joel Tadman travelled to Madeira to visit one of the island's premier courses and see what it has to offer golfers

Golf Monthly

From historic town houses to rural retreats: 10 great places to stay in Madeira

Where to go on the Portuguese island for lush vegetation, clifftop settings, fine wine and the promise of winter sun

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The 8 best last-minute winter sun holiday destinations just a short flight from the UK

From Morocco to Gambia, here are the best sun-soaked shores to beat winter blues that are a medium-haul flight away

The Independent UK

10 best winter hiking holidays in Europe for snowshoeing, winter sun and mountain climbs

From trekking the foothills of Mont Blanc to snowshoeing in Oulanka National Park, here are some of the best European trails to tread this winter

The Independent UK

Win an unforgettable 7-night stay at Porto Mare Hotel in Madeira

Relax in the lap of subtropical luxury at this beautiful 4-star property

The Independent UK

Simon Calder’s Madeiran highlights: Discover this stunning island’s must-dos

From volcanic saltwater pools to wicker ‘cars’ and a certain superstar footballer, Simon picks out his favourite Madeira experiences

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The Independent UK

Off-grid adventures: discover the diverse, dramatic landscapes of Madeira

From natural amphitheatres to sky-high sea views and wilderness pathways, Madeira is the perfect place to immerse yourself in nature. Here Simon Calder shares a day of discovery

The Independent UK

Simon Calder discovers an irresistible food scene in and around the archipelago’s capital

If you don’t arrive in Madeira with an appetite, you will soon acquire one. Few people enjoy eating and drinking more than I do, which makes Madeira a very happy place for me.

The Independent UK

Simon Calder visits the alluring North Atlantic archipelago in search of adventure

A natural playground rising from the ocean: that sums up Madeira. Holidaymakers have long converged on the island in search of warmth, relaxation and indulgence. Increasingly, though, this Atlantic fragment is a destination for seekers of adventure.

The Independent UK

9 best Portugal holiday destinations – and when to travel to each one

Must-visit destinations in this sublime slice of the Iberian Peninsula

The Guardian - UK

This may be Ronaldo Island but there’s more to Madeira than the football star’s hotel

Don’t forget Funchal, but explore away from the capital for lush vistas, hiking trails, whale-watching and cocktails to blow your socks off

The Independent UK

Where is hot in Europe in December? 8 best European holiday destinations for sunny weather

You don’t need to change hemispheres to swap festive fun for festive sun

Evening Standard

Six cool summer breaks in Europe — nowhere near the extreme heatwave

As Greece sizzles under a heatwave and Majorca is affected by major flooding, escape to more stable climes for this year’s summer break, says Alicia Miller

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