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| | | Madeira | | Did you know?
Sir Winston Churchill loved Madeira and spent time on the island painting its spectacular scenery.
Language
Portuguese
Visas
No visa required
Getting there
Fly direct to Funchal from most UK airports.
Flying time from London
Four hours
Getting around
Car hire is recommended. A basic model - eg, a Renault Twingo - costs from £80 for three days.
Currency
Euro
Costs
As a rough guide: litre of petrol 50p; bottle of beer £1.50; moderate restaurant meal £8; camera film £1.50; taxi from airport into town £10.
Weather
July: 18-25C (63-77F), December: 10-19C (50-66F). June tends to be overcast.
Time difference
The same as GMT in winter; GMT plus one hour in summer.
International dialling code from the UK
00 351 91
Voltage
220V; plugs are normally two-pinned, so take an adapter for UK appliances.
Opening hours
Shops open 9am-1pm and 2.30pm-7pm; banks are open 8.30am-3pm, Monday to Friday.
Health - Before you go
No jabs necessary. Pick up an EHIC form from any UK Post Office - it will cover you for medical care.
Health - When you are there
No precautions necessary.
Warnings
Madeira is a rocky outcrop in the Atlantic and there are no good beaches.
Emergency
National emergency number: 112. British Embassy, Rua de Sao Domingos a Lapa 37, Lisbon. Tel: 01 396 1191.
Customs
An historic British influence in Madeira has been infused into the local culture. Traditional afternoon tea is widely available.
Pets
Pets are allowed in under the Pet Travel Scheme but this takes some time to arrange - ask your vet for details.
Tipping
Restaurants and taxis expect 10%. Leave small change at bars and cafes.
Tourist office
Portuguese Tourist Office, 22-25A Sackville Street, London, W1X 2LY. Tel. 09063 640 610.
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| | Available rental properties in Madeira |
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| |  | | "Villa Ricardo" with private pool and sea view.
A two-story house with private pool, located in a beautiful slope above the entrance of the village of Porto da Cruz, enjoying uninterrupted panoramic sea view.
|  | | Casa da Madeira, Sao Goncalo Villa. Quincy
Set in the heart of the Atlantic Ocean you will find a tranquil 2 bed. With stunning views to rent long or short term. Very spacious, clean, brand new
|  | | Casa da Madeira Funchal, Sao Goncalo Villa, Sydney
Madeira 2 bedroom house with stunning views of Funchal harbor spacious clean rooms. Ideal for family or 3 to 4 people sharing with modern living,very quite.
|  | | Villa Santos, Madeira Island
Modern villa, sunny & private south-facing has a large terraced area and private garden area with wonderful views over the atlantic ocean, and the "Desertas" Islands.
|  | | Sao Cristovoa
A luxury villa for up to 8 adults built for a local millionaire superbly furnished and equipped
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