Unravelling the Mystery of Madeira Island Ahoy there, curious travellers and history enthusiasts! Prepare to embark on an exhilarating journey through time as we set sail to explore the captivating history of Madeira Island, Portugal. This little slice of paradise, nestled in the Atlantic Ocean, boasts a unique blend of culture, dramatic landscapes, and a […]
Updated Information as of April 10, 2023. Great news! There is NO tourist tax for car rental customers in Funchal, Madeira. Unlike other parts of Madeira, Funchal and Câmara de Lobos municipalities do not impose a tourist tax on car rental customers and hotel/accommodation guests. We are aware that there is a lot of confusion […]
Madeira Island is a paradise for travellers seeking natural beauty, stunning landscapes, and captivating experiences. Renting a car is highly recommended to truly explore the island at your own pace and uncover its hidden gems. However, before hitting the road, familiarising yourself with the driving rules, road conditions, parking regulations, and other key aspects is […]
Madeira, a Portuguese archipelago located off the coast of North Africa, is a popular tourist destination known for its rugged coastline, stunning views, and subtropical climate. Most visitors to the island arrive at the international airport in Funchal, the capital city of Madeira. In this travel blog, we will explore what to expect when arriving […]
Europe’s golden jewel is situated in the Atlantic Ocean around 1,000 kilometres off the coast of Africa and 700 kilometres from Europe, Madeira Island is a renowned tourist destination in Portugal for its mild climate, lush vegetation, and dramatic landscapes. To rent a car and discover Madeira, click here. Our lush, green island is a […]
Madeira – Region in Portugal. Madeira Islands is a Portuguese archipelago of volcanic origin, located in the North Atlantic Ocean. Madeira is an autonomous region of Portugal and its capital city is Funchal, the biggest city in Madeira Island; and has an estimated population of 270,000. Click here for more info. There are many reasons […]
In the event of an accident, theft, robbery, or fire, even if partial, of the rented vehicle, the customer undertakes to: Inform the rental company of the accident, theft, robbery, or fire, even if part of the rented vehicle, within a maximum period of 8 hours from its occurrence, simultaneously being obligated to report to […]
When you travel, sometimes you get curveballs. And those can sometimes lead to a costly car rental mistake. A diverted flight, family emergency, illness, or itinerary change. Any of those might encourage you to return a rental car to a different location than originally planned. Your rental agreement will note a return time and location. […]
There are many reasons that people need to rent a car on the Island. You can be on a business trip and need a smaller and economic car. Traveling with family comes with extra responsibility maybe you’ll need a bigger car with more seats, wider space for luggage, and kids’ car seats are some of […]
If you don’t have any knowledge or not used to driving on difficult roads is better to stay on the main roads of Madeira Island. As beautiful and exciting as exploring can be you should be careful with the secondary roads especially if you go against dangerous road signals especially the ones that are in […]