18 July 2026
Things to Do in Santana: A One-Day Guide
From the traditional thatched houses to the Rocha do Navio cable car: a one-day itinerary through Santana, the most beautiful municipality on Madeira’s north coast.
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Tips and itineraries of Madeira’s north coast, written from Faial.
2 July 2026
Levadas Near Santana: Caldeirão Verde, Queimadas & Beyond
The most beautiful levadas in Madeira start in Santana. A guide with distances and tips for Caldeirão Verde, Caldeirão do Inferno and the Balcões viewpoint.
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22 June 2026
Beaches of Faial & the North Coast of Madeira
Pebble coves, natural pools and Atlantic waves: the north of Madeira has beaches unlike anything in the south. A guide to the beaches of Faial and around.
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15 June 2026
Where to Stay in Santana, Madeira: A Guest’s Guide
Santana is the gateway to Madeira’s north coast: levadas, wild beaches and the famous thatched houses. Discover why staying in Faial — and what to look for in your accommodation.
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