practical
The household management of the trip. How to get around, who to call, what to download. The things that make the difference between a smooth stay and a stressful one.
getting around
Local taxis, Uber and Bolt coverage, car hire. A car is recommended for most things.
coming soonbabysitting
Vetted operators with English, Portuguese, and German speakers.
coming soonhealth and pharmacy
The Calheta health centre, the 24-hour pharmacy in Funchal, after-hours protocol.
coming soonsafety on walks
The nine rules, the Prociv Madeira app, what to carry.
coming soonemergency contacts
112 national, Civil Protection, Sea Rescue, Calheta Police, hospitals.
coming soonapps
AllTrails, Komoot, Bolt, Prociv Madeira, the official tourism app.
coming soon