Self catering,low-cost, one-bedroom holiday Apartment on the beautiful island of Madeira(sleeps four)

This quiet, well-equipped apartment is ideal for a self catering holiday and is only a 10 minute stroll from the centre of Funchal. There are plenty cafes, bars and restaurants within a very short walk. There is a shopping centre at the end of the road and a little further on there is a very attractive park. A short distance away there is a second park, which has a small Avery and a public swimming pool. The well-known lido area with its complex of swimming pools, parks and restaurants is approximately a 20 minute walk. There is plenty of public transport in and around Funchal and there are also long-distance buses that will take you to other parts of the island. There are plenty of taxis that can be hired for short and long distances and in this respect we recommend the taxi driver, Mr De Freitas. Mr De Freitas speaks fluent English and is honest and reliable and extremely cooperative (he will not overcharge you or let you down).just click on this

About Madeira

Madeira is a Portuguese island just off the coast of Africa. It has a subtropical climate and an extensive irrigation system, making the island an ecological paradise. The centre of the island has spectacular mountains, with high peaks and extensive plateaus, making it extremely popular with walkers. The surrounding sea moderates the temperature giving the island a spring like climate for most of the year. Throughout the year there are many festivals and carnivals including a spectacular flower festival, which should not be missed. The people of the island are extremely friendly and crime is very low, making it one of the safest destinations for tourists. The official language is Portuguese, but English is widely spoken, so that communication is rarely a problem.

Funchal is the capital of Madeira and is the preferred destination for most tourists. It is a modern westernised city, with many restaurants, coffee bars and art galleries. There are many beautifully kept parks with colourful flowers in abundance. There is a cable car, which will take you to one of the higher points around Funchal, from which most of the southern part of the island can be seen. There is a balloon that will sweep you aloft and a helicopter that will fly you over the island. Pleasure boats leave from Funchal Harbour on a regular basis, with Whale and Dolphin watching being extremely popular. There are many public swimming pools including the well-known Lido center (see the picture gallery).