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Immerse yourself in the Madeiran party atmosphere, as a week-long celebration builds from Christmas Eve to its midnight crescendo on the 31st. The entire island descends on the capital Funchal for the big event – families and friends gather on every rooftop and balcony, and the city’s vast bay fills with cruise ships, bringing travellers from around the world to enjoy the festivities.
The ships sound their sirens on the stroke of twelve, and every church bell rings out as an epic firework display begins. For the younger contingent, the party runs right through until dawn – for the not-so-young, tradition dictates that you welcome in the New Year by sharing a bowl of hearty canja (chicken soup) with family and friends.
As you can imagine, this is the most popular time to be on Madeira and booking early is crucial. If you’d like to begin planning your visit for the festive period, call our team today.
