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Madeira and Porto Santo

What to do on holidays in Madeira and Porto Santo.

As the containment measures are eased through Europe, market research indicating sustained demand for holidays and airline companies making flight reservations available to Madeira (FNC) and Porto Santo (PXO) as early as June 2020, destinations like Madeira and Porto Santo are naturally eager to welcome guests, many which become friends.

We too look forward to hear form you!

We have created a mailing list, which we hope you will be able to join, let us know what you have done or what you would like to do and where you would like to stay during your next visit to the island so that we can help you chose. In the meantime, we hope you can enjoy these videos and visit us soon.

Madeira, Stay Home Now. Dream Online. Visit Us Later

After a “Stay Home Now. Dream Online. Visit Us Later” campaign, Madeira and Porto Santo, with the first beach to officially open in Europe, have been getting ready to welcome guests and recover from the “saudade” of welcoming friends. “Saudade” is very Portuguese word which is difficult to translate its true, heartfelt significance. Some describe it as homesick, others as longing, desire, nostalgia or simply the feeling of “missing”.

We too hope guests are feeling “saudade” of Madeira and Porto Santo.

From our mountains

dolphins

Whale and Dolphin watching in Madeira

our beaches

Porto Santo beach

and much more

Madeira, nature, outdoors, all year

Should you wish to reach out to us, please don´t hesitate to reach out through our contact form and we will do our best to get back you you.



Christmas & New Year Season Walking Schedule

Christmas & New Year’s Specials!

Christmas & New Year Season Madeira Walks

As it is our tradition, we have a special schedule during the Christmas and New Year’s season.

Please check bellow our schedule for the festive days of 2015.

24 December (Thursday)

Half Day Walk: Amazing Vistas
Full Day Walk: Enchanting Santana

25 December (Friday)

No excursions. It’s Christmas!

26 December (Saturday)

Full Day Walk: Laurisilva Landscapes

31 December (Thursday)

Half Day Walk: Amazing Vistas
Full Day Walk: Enchanting Santana

01 January (Friday)

No walks but our annual event: “Madeira Plunge” in Ponta Gorda. The best way to start the New Year!

All other days, we’ll be offering be our regular Madeira Levada Walks!

Nature Meetings. This season, walk with us!

Nascer do Sol no Pico Ruivo

Dia 27 de Julho, voltamos a acordar cedo para ver o nascer-do-sol no Pico Ruivo, o ponto mais alto da Madeira!

Nascer do Sol no Pico Ruivo Madeira

Saída da Achada do Teixeira, Santana, Madeira pelas 05h15 para caminhar até o Pico Ruivo onde nos espera o nascer do sol e um delicioso pequeno-almoço, servido no local pela Quinta do Furão.

Após do regresso, há um “Madeira on Ice” servido na Quinta do Furão.

Data: 27 de Julho 2015
Hora: 05h15
Ponto de Encontro: Achada Do Teixeira, Santana
Preço: 12 euros (por pessoa)
Reservas: info@naturemeetings.wpengine.com (até sexta-feira, 24 de Julho 2015)

Para efeitos de reserva/seguro, é necessário:
– nome completo e data de nascimento
– comprovativo transferência

Mais Informações: info@naturemeetings.wpengine.com

NOTA: recomendamos calçado apropriado, casaco (impermeável de preferência), lanterna, água, barra de cereais e/ou chocolate (para a viagem), máquina fotográfica

Nascer do Sol no Pico Ruivo

Venha ver o nascer-do-sol no Pico Ruivo, o ponto mais alto da Madeira com pequeno-almoço servido pela Quinta do Furão.

Madeira Walk Pico Ruivo Sunrise Madeira

Saída da Achada do Teixeira, Santana, Madeira pelas 05h15 para caminhar até o Pico Ruivo onde nos espera o nascer do sol e um delicioso pequeno-almoço.

Após do regresso, há um “Madeira on Ice” servido na Quinta do Furão.

Data: 21 de Junho 2015
Hora: 05h15
Ponto de Encontro: Achada Do Teixeira, Santana
Preço: 12 euros (por pessoa)
Reservas: info@naturemeetings.wpengine.com (até sexta-feira, 19 de Junho 2015)

Para efeitos de reserva/seguro, é necessário:
– nome completo e data de nascimento
– comprovativo transferência

Mais Informações: info@naturemeetings.wpengine.com

NOTA: recomendamos calçado apropriado, casaco (impermeável de preferência), lanterna, água, barra de cereais e/ou chocolate (para a viagem), máquina fotográfica

Quintinha de São João & Christmas Walk

Stay at Quintinha de São João and walk with Nature Meetings this Christmas!

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Enjoy Madeira’s to the fullest and get into the Christmas spirit by staying at Quintinha São João and joining a fantastic walk through the island’s amazing landscape.

With prices from € 875 per person based on two people sharing a twin room and with optional spa treatments and extra walks, our special Quintinha de São João “Christmas Walk” is a great choice for your Christmas holidays in Madeira Island!

To find out more, click bellow!

Quintinha de São João 'Christmas Walk'!

 

 

Ready for the Plunge?

Madeira Plunge 2015 is coming!

January 1, 12h00, at Ponta Gorda / Poças do Governador swimming complex in Funchal.

In the meantime, check out this great plunges in Zanzibar, Curaçao…

and in the Netherlands!

Are you ready for the plunge?

YES! I WANT TO PLUNGE IN MADEIRA!

Madeira Plunge 2015

Madeira New Year Plunge 2015 by Nature Meetings

What is MADEIRA PLUNGE?

Madeira Plunge is a celebration of the New Year with a plunge in the sea at 12h00 on 1st January 2015 at Ponta Gorda / Poças do Governador swimming complex in Funchal.

That’s such a great ideia!

We couldn’t agree more!

Where does it come from?

The New Year plunge is a tradition started in The Netherlands which is now spreading all over the world. It started with a swim club celebrating the new year with a swim. Today, Unox/Unilever sponsor the event at many locations in Holland.

Why Madeira?

Because the water is warmer on January 1st!

Is it just fun for the sake of fun?

Yes. But we’re donating 50% of the revenue to Acreditar, a Portuguese charity who helps children with cancer.

Can I join?

Sure! You must! For details check our page about MADEIRA PLUNGE 2015 and the event page on Facebook.

To register, just click on the link bellow!

I WANT TO PLUNGE!

Madeira, premium Wine Tourism

Madeira Wine vines at Quinta do Furão

Madeira Wine vines in Madeira, enjoying the rising sun at Quinta do Furão.
Picture by Simon Zino Photography

Madeira Wine has a long history, having been used in several memorable occasions, including the signing of the Declaration of Independence.

Now, Madeira positions itself as a premium wine, not only due to its unique characteristics but also its scarcity due to the small annual production but the fact there there is only a finite amount of Vintage (over tenty years) and Colheita (less than twenty years, but vintage quality) Madeira Wines.

Chris Blandy from Blandy´s Madeira Wine gives his insight into the future of Madeira Wine and wine tourism in Madeira in Harpers article “Chris Blandy: big changes afoot in Madeira as premium wines gain traction

For wine tours in Madeira, including both traditional Madeira Wines as well as the new table wines being produced in Madeira, visit to vines and Wine lodges as well as and great gastronomic experiences, contact Nature Meetings for a bespoke “wine lovers” programme, both for individuals and groups.

Madeira – the new wellness destination

Madeira - wellness is the new black

Madeira – Wellness is the New Black

Wellness is the New black” writes Anni Hood, Founder and Director of Wellness Business Consultancy for World Travel Market 2014.

Wellness is one of the main themes at the World Travel Market 2014, with outstanding panel participants including John Bevan from Spafinder, Steve Dunne from Brighter Group and Daniel Pearce from TTG, and  many more outstanding speakers during the various panels.

 

Madeira´s outstnading climate and short distances means that wellness products can also be offered to cruise passengers visiting the island for a short stay.

Contact Nature Meetings for a bespoke solution whilst we develop new products and offers to fit your requirements.

Nascer do Sol no Pico Ruivo!

Madeira Walk Pico Ruivo Sunrise Madeira

Veja o nascer do Sol no Pico Ruivo, o ponto mais alto da Madeira!

Devido à previsão meteoreológica para este fim-de-semana na Madeira, a data deste passeio foi alterada para dia 26 de Outubro (Domingo).

Depois da magnífica experiência da edição de Julho passado e da indelével memória que deixou em todos quantos assistiram a esse maravilhoso espectáculo, repetimos este programa que promete tornar-se um dos mais emblemáticos da nossa oferta.

NASCER DO SOL NO PICO RUIVO

Programa

DATA
26 Outubro 2014
PREÇO
€ 14,50 / pessoa

DESCRIÇÃO
Caminhada de 90 minutos da Achada do Teixeira até ao miradouro do Pico Ruivo;
Nascer do Sol (às 7h20);

ATENÇÃO: a hora muda na noite de 25 para 26!

Fantástico pequeno-almoço servido pela Quinta do Furão no miradouro do Pico Ruivo!
“Madeira on Ice” servido na Quinta do Furão, com vista sobre a costa norte da Madeira.

PONTO DE ENCONTRO
Achada do Teixeira, Santana, Madeira.

HORA
05h30. (Última saída às 06h00).

ATENÇÃO: a hora muda na noite de 25 para 26!

PEQUENO-ALMOÇO
Café, pão de casa, compotas, banana, bolo (servido pelo Restaurante “Quinta Do Furão”)

TRANSPORTES
Os transportes não estão incluídos.

INFORMAÇÕES E CONFIRMAÇÕES
andrew.zino@naturemeetings.wpengine.com

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