Just three and a half hours from the UK, the Hawaii of Europe more than lives up to its nickname. This volcanic archipelago feels like a tropical island thousands of miles away, with lush, dense ...

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On the lush island of Madeira, the practice of forest bathing has emerged as more than a passing trend—it is an experience ...

Hailed as the "Hawaii of Europe" due to its black-sand shores, volcanic terrain and subtropical climate, Madeira has been ...

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Breathtaking islands known as the ‘Hawaii of Europe’ are about to lose all of their Ryanair flights as the Irish airline ...

Across all styles, Madeira shares a recognizable profile shaped by heat and oxidation: flavors often lean toward toasted nuts ...

TAKE a look at this breathtaking island with natural pools, dolphin watching, lush jungles, volcanic coastlines, incredible ...

05:02, Fri, Jan 16, 2026 Updated: 05:02, Fri, Jan 16, 2026 Dubbed the “Hawaii of Europe” thanks to its black-sand beaches, volcanic landscapes and subtropical climate, Madeira has been crowned the ...