Flying into Funchal Airport in Madeira, the beauty and versatility of this island become immediately obvious. The plane hovers over its mossy mountains dotted with picturesque terracotta-roofed houses, stretches of land covered in banana plants and staggering bays with glittering, clear-blue sea. Already, this luscious location has so much to offer.
When we arrive at our city centre hotel in the buzzy capital city of Funchal, in the south of the island, the atmosphere is the perfect combination of bustling and relaxed. Madeira feels like Portugal’s hidden gem. I got to find this out during my four days of exploring, swimming, wining and dining in this beautiful region, courtesy of Which? Travel Brand of the Year 2024, Jet2holidays (where the ATOL-protected packages include your return flights, accommodation, 22kg baggage and return transfers***).
