From beachside volcanic pools to amazing wine, why you'll soon be crazy about Madeira
Subtropical forests, volcanic pools by the beach, her namesake wine - you'll soon be...Madeira crazyEmma O'Reilly is spending some glorious days exploring the mountains and forests of Madeira Plus she stops at places sensational seaside resorts including Ponta do Sol and Seixal She writes: "I leave this wonderful island wishing I had more time as there is so much to do in Madeira"
AdvertisementOh the madness of youth. When I first visited Madeira about 30 years ago, it seemed to be the island of pensioners. Happy to enjoy the winter sun, these elderly visitors seemed reluctant to leave their deckchairs; a G&T was never far away.
It's a different scene now, as I discover after a glorious few days exploring the mountains and forests of inside.
To begin with, I'm being overtaken on all trails by superfit sixties and I'm having trouble keeping up. What's going on?
I ask Miguel, the manager of my hotel, Quinta das Vinhas, what has changed over the years. Set in a vineyard, it has been welcoming tourists for decades. “Travelers of all ages come these days,” he says. “Yes, we also appeal to the seniors market, but seniors over 60 want adventure and activity, not just sitting by a pool sipping…
Oh the madness of youth. When I first visited Madeira about 30 years ago, it seemed to be the island of pensioners. Happy to enjoy the winter sun, these elderly visitors seemed reluctant to leave their deckchairs; a G&T was never far away.
It's a different scene now, as I discover after a glorious few days exploring the mountains and forests of inside.
To begin with, I'm being overtaken on all trails by superfit sixties and I'm having trouble keeping up. What's going on?
I ask Miguel, the manager of my hotel, Quinta das Vinhas, what has changed over the years. Set in a vineyard, it has been welcoming tourists for decades. “Travelers of all ages come these days,” he says. “Yes, we also appeal to the seniors market, but seniors over 60 want adventure and activity, not just sitting by a pool sipping…
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