january in madeira

Europe | International Travel | Portugal | Travel

Exploring the Best of Madeira’s West in January
Byemfletche May 26, 2026May 26, 2026

We discovered the Best of Madeira’s West during our January visit on a guided tour with Lido Tours. There were dramatic cliffs, tumbling waterfalls, charming coastal villages, spectacular scenery and picturesque panoramas

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January Fun in Funchal: 3 Days in Madeira
Byemfletche May 10, 2026May 26, 2026

Need some inspiration for a little January getaway? How about Madeira – aka “The Island of Eternal Spring”

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Alright bab?

I’m Emmalene, a forty-something born and bred Brummie. Married to Chris. AKA Mr Fletche, taker of photographs, driver abroad and long-suffering travel companion.

I’m a big advocate of eating, drinking and supporting local independent businesses.

But travel is my passion. Simple, easy travel. Here you’ll find how to cram all the sights into a weekend city break. Accidental hikes. Travel fails. Honest rambling travel diaries. Where to find craft beer, gin and street food.

We fit travel around full-time jobs, making the most of weekends, Bank Holidays and maximising those precious annual leave days!

Apart from travel, I love to read books, listen to music, drink gin and visit the theatre.

I always love to hear what you think so please like, comment or share!

Happy travelling…home and abroad!

Emmalene, A Brummie Home and Abroad