Funchal Madeira Portugal | Transatlantic Cruise Port Stop | Travel and Cruise Tips

Check out more of our Transatlantic Cruise Port planning videos! https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLeCIqOzc7W_OV_r1kGwYxvs3xKkl_iTno Funchal Madeira Portugal Transatlantic Cruise Port Stop Many Transatlantic Cruises make a port stop in Funchal on the island of Madeira. This large, modern city and the surrounding area offers natural beauty, architecture, beaches, shopping and more. Here are some of our suggestions. Take the free port shuttle to the city center and explore the waterfront, shops, restaurants, Funchal Cathedral and more. Don’t miss Mercado dos Lavradores, the local market. Take a tour that includes the: Village of Monte perched up in the hills overlooking Funcha. Maderia Botanical Gardens that house more than 2000 plants. Cable Car ride overlooking Funcha. D'Oliveiras for wine tasting. Boal Madeira is a vintage Madeira wine from the historic D'Oliveiras company. Rich and complex, with notes of coffee, toffee, and nuts, balanced by a dry, long, smooth finish. Made from the rare Boal (Bual) grape, these wines are aged in oak barrels and are highly sought after for their depth and ability to age gracefully.  Note: This tour includes a significant amount of walking, up and down hills on cobblestone streets. What to Wear: Light weight long pants or shorts (women/men) Short sleeve t-shirt (women) or collared shirt (men) Long sleeve linen shirt (UV coverage or warmth in air conditioning) Comfortable walking shoes Hat Sunglasses and Sun Screen Rainy Season: Include a waterproof raincoat and/or umbrella Places to visit, not shown in this video: Fortaleza de São Tiago, a 17th-century fort that now houses the Museum of Contemporary Art. Museum CR7, dedicated to the life and career of Cristiano Ronaldo, born in Funchal. Praia Formosa, an amazing beach with its golden sand and crystal-clear waters. Tropical Botanical Gardens and Restaurant Toboggan Street Ride (Two + hour wait line) Photo and Video Credits: travelology771 Google Maps Apple Maps eddiebauer.com landsend.com rayban.com amazon.com Music Credits: Epidemic Sound