Festa da Senhora do Monte is the biggest and most popular Christian festival on the Atlantic island, drawing dignitaries and other important figures. Held every August 14-15, the festival is held in ...

Cable cars carry passengers quickly and scenically between downtown Funchal and the suburb of Monte, 1,800 feet above. Photo Credit: Nadine Godwin The travel agent and I held hands, and our breath, ...

Being on holiday is all about indulgence and relaxation. But if you delve into the culture of your destination, you’ll find it all the more enriching, enlightening and enjoyable. This is especially ...

The island, a Portuguese territory, is only 35 miles long, but its mountains are laced with scenic trails, tumbling cascades and inviting villages. The Monte Palace gardens offer a kaleidoscopic riot ...

The tree came crashing down on a crowd of people outside a church on the hills of the village of Monte SHOCKING footage has emerged showing the moment a tree fell on a crowd of people, killing 13 and ...

WARNING: DISTRESSING CONTENT: Two children are believed to be among the dead following the tragic incident, which also left 35 people injured, including a baby in a pram Get daily headlines and ...

Madeira, with its dramatic mountains and hidden valleys bursting with colour, is an utterly charming place to visit. I didn't know much about the Portuguese island before my visit, except that they ...

Twelve people are dead and dozens more are injured after a huge 200-year-old oak tree fell at a religious festival on the Portuguese island of Madeira. Two children are believed to be among the dead ...

SHOCKING footage has emerged showing the moment a tree fell on a crowd of people, killing 13 and injuring 52 on the Portuguese island of Madeira. A home-made video showed members of the public ...

The tree came crashing down on a crowd of people outside a church on the hills of the village of Monte SHOCKING footage has emerged showing the moment a tree fell on a crowd of people, killing 13 and ...