Among Portugal’s many treasures, the Madeira archipelago stands out ... Its dramatic landscapes, towering mountains, and rugged coastline make it a paradise for nature lovers and adventure ...

Combined with preened gardens, hill-conquering cable cars and seafront restaurants around Funchal, it’s clear why Madeira is popular ... I hit the trans-mountain road slicing through the middle ...

There's so much more to Portugal than just deciding between the ... island that offers amazing views of the great outdoors is Madeira, off the coast of Morocco. If you're itching to get out ...