Europe’s Leading Island Destination Created in 1993, the World Travel Awards (WTA) recognize work done in the field of tourism globally, in order to stimulate competitiveness and quality. Hence, the World Travel Awards is the most prestigious honors program in global travel and tourism. Thus over the course of the year tourism consumers, industry professionals …
This post will talk about COVID-19 (and not about crime) only. and the answer is a resounding YES ! Ocean Retreat does not take any political positions. But we do feel that Madeira has taken very bold and exemplary action to contain the virus. Somehow we previously felt reluctant to cry victory. Especially with so …
General information The Madeira archipelago is organized into eleven municipalities. The municipality of Ribeira Brava is located along the southwest coast of Madeira island. RB borders with the municipalities of São Vicente (North), Ponta do Sol (West) and Câmara de Lobos (East). Moreover the municipality got its name from the river crossing it: the Ribeira …
Emergency while on Madeira? Emergencies in general are scary. No one will disagree with that statement. Nevertheless, emergencies are daunting if they happen away from home. Even more so if you do not speak the local language. Madeira Island is one of the safest places in the European Union and in the world in general. …
Madeira has definitely shed it’s image as the “third age” or pensioners’ island. Hence, here are 10 reasons why it should be your next travel destination. Part Two: reasons 6 to 10 – Part One Madeira is always celebrating something Madeira is an island of festivities. From the Christmas and famous New Year firework celebrations, …
Portugal and Madeira launch a « Clean & Safe” stamp of approval Portugal and Madeira launch the “Clean & Safe” seal in a bid to bring back confidence in tourism. This label ensures that the various tourism related businesses comply with strict hygiene measures. These measures are detailed in a long document. However, this document evolves …
Tourist Entertainment Agenda Mark your agendas, the Board of Tourism has released the modified tourist entertainment calendar for 2020. Hence, the Madeira Tourist Board organizes these activities principally for tourists. If you would like to witness or participate in events organized across the island for Madeirans, please refer back to this blog post or to …
Stay Home Now. Dream Online. Visit Us Later!” If you were planning on visiting Madeira soon, you probably have seen one of the archipelago’s latest campaigns dedicated to visitors. Madeira’s latest awareness campaign “Stay Home Now. Dream Online. Visit Us Later!” is a response to tourists hoping to visit the archipelago in the future. With …
Your Air Passenger Rights in the EU You booked your flight to Madeira International Airport – FNC. Your suitcases and carry-on are packed. You are ready to leave on vacation. Unfortunately, all does not go according to plans. As a passenger traveling in the EU, you have rights, EU Air Passenger Rights. You can find …
Tourist Entertainment Calendar Mark your agendas, the Board of Tourism has released the tourist entertainment calendar both for 2019 and 2020. Hence, the Madeira Tourist Board organizes these activities principally for tourists. If you would like to witness or participate in events organized across the island for Madeirans, please refer back to this blog post …
How to get by in Madeira (and Portugal) So now you’ve booked your flights, your rental car and your holiday casa. And that’s great, you’ve completed the first steps toward an amazing holiday, but you have no idea how to speak Portuguese. Don’t, worry, we got you covered. Starting with the basics – Greetings English …
