"An island called Wood" Top 5 Page for this destination Região Autónoma da Madeira by Taffi

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An island called Wood - Região Autónoma da Madeira

I went to Madeira on a last-minute package holiday. I was not expecting much, but it turned out to be great!

Something for everyone

Tropical flowers, waterfalls and mountain streams, high cliffs, laurel woods, wide open plains, villages, nightlife... a lot of variety for a small place

Pros and Cons

Pros:wonderful climate, beautiful & varied landscape
Cons:touristy

Last visit to Região Autónoma da Madeira: Sep 2001
Intro Written Jul 5, 2003
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Reviews (7)

glass here & paper there... - Região Autónoma da Madeira

play the environment game! Local Customs (2)

Like most other European countries, Madeira is providing its citizens with education and information on environmental... more travel advice

Porto Moniz - Região Autónoma da Madeira

Tour the island Things to Do (3)

Rent a car and drive around or join a tour! Don't miss the northern part of the island, such as stunning Porto Moniz! more travel advice

Keep your eyes open - Região Autónoma da Madeira

Keep your eyes open Favorites (1)

Madeira has such a stunning natural heritage to offer that you might overlook beautiful details... more travel advice

Walk Things to Do (3)

Even if you're not into walking at all, do walk from Ribeiro Frio to Balcoes (only a short distance) and be amazed! more travel advice

Hotels (1)
almost off the beaten track

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Comments (9)

pikuu Sep 24, 2007 at 7:33 AM Report Abuse

nice picts and info :)
Maurizioago May 29, 2005 at 12:22 PM Report Abuse

What is the address of Vila Camacho? Ciao!
bambino36 Oct 10, 2004 at 6:22 PM Report Abuse

Beautiful pics
ettenaj Sep 21, 2004 at 3:24 AM Report Abuse

I too was pleasantly suprised with Madeira, as you say something for everyone!
zumodemango May 2, 2004 at 1:51 PM Report Abuse

sometimes when you don't expect too much for a trip it turns into a wonderful experience!!
quartinb Jan 6, 2004 at 11:21 AM Report Abuse

LINDA MADEIRA
sandysmith Oct 7, 2003 at 3:45 PM Report Abuse

looking forward to a last minute deal here too!
ncfg Aug 8, 2003 at 10:03 AM Report Abuse

Nice page about Madeira, i went there last year.
MURRA Aug 8, 2003 at 9:56 AM Report Abuse

madeira is a flowery place too