Madeira on Wikipedia: Madeira is a Portuguese archipelago in the north Atlantic Ocean that lies between 32°22.3′N, 16°16.5′W and [show location on an interactive map] 33°7.8′N, 17°16.65′W. It is one of the Autonomous regions of Portugal, with Madeira Island and Porto Santo Island being the only habited islands.




Madeira Tourism Office: Here in the Atlantic Ocean, not too far from the centre of Europe, we find the islands of Madeira and Porto Santo. The archipelago is famous for its friendly people, exceptional natural beauty and mild climate. Madeira Islands are just a short trip from Europe, to a destination where you can combine holidays on the beach, in the mountains or in the city. Madeira and Porto Santo are the ideal places to relax and restore the balance of mind and body that you need to face the stress of daily life.


Madeira Tourist: WELCOME to Madeira Island, a safe haven from today's modern society and just a short traveling distance from most European major cities. In this website you will find general information about Madeira, plus specific information from various tourism service providers. We hope you enjoy browsing through our pages which have information on hotels, bed & breakfast, property for sale, levada walks, big game fishing and much much more . . .


Madeira Islands Golf: The natural hues of green and blue make Madeira the ideal setting for a round of golf. Considered a real golf paradise, Madeira is fast becoming the definitive choice for both amateur and professional golfers alike. Madeira has the best that life has to offer. The temperature is mild and stable all year round. Its unspoilt natural environment offers fresh air, unforgettable walks and breathtaking scenery. The food is rich in flavour and seeped in tradition.


Madeira Web: This 'must see' web site also offers over 900 pages of essential information on where to go, when to go, what to do and how to get there including Madeira maps. Detailed reports about the weather, geography, history, people and culture will help you choose this paradise isle as one of your future vacation destinations.




Porto Santo Ferry: The island of Porto Santo is one of the Madeira Archipelago. It is situated at a distance of 50 Km from Madeira. The "Golden Island", as it is also known, measures 11 Km lenght and 6 km in width. It was discovered in 1418 by João Gonçalves Zarco, Tristão Vaz Teixeira and Bartolomeu Perestrelo. According to history, it was given this name as it had provided a port of shelter from a bad storm.



Meteoroligical Institute of Portugal (IM): In the prosecution of its mission, IM is responsible for weather, seismic and climate watch and climate change monitoring using national data from its observation network and data received through specialized telecommunications systems from the global network. IM prepares and disseminates products and delivers services in its field of activity.




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