What to Know Before You Go to Madeira
Government
Madeira is an Autonomous Region of Portugal and a part of the European Union.
Currency
Madeira uses the Euro, though major credit cards will work and ATMs are widely available. If you’re flying direct to Madeira, currency can be exchanged at airports, banks, and hotels.
Language
The official language spoken in the Madeira archipelago is Portuguese, but a majority of the local population is proficient in English, especially in the more tourist-heavy spots.
Internet and WiFi
Free WiFi is widely available in many public areas, restaurants, bars, shopping centers, and hotels, but you should contact your mobile provider ahead of your trip and find out about international data rates and roaming. The public WiFi ‘’NetMadeira’’ is available in many counties of the Region.
Voltage
Madeira uses electricity at 220-240V, 50Hz with European standard Europlug and Schuko plug sockets. If you plan on using electrical appliances that operate on a different voltage, a transformer is required, while appliances that have different plugs will need an adapter.
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What to Pack
- Bathing suits
- Water shoes
- Sunblock
- Sunglasses/sun hat
- Power plug adaptor/voltage converter
- Camera and/or Camera Phone
- Lightweight coat/windbreaker or raincoat
- Walking shoes/sneakers (sandals or flip-flops for pool or dinners only)
- Comfortable/athletic wear/shorts
- Lightweight sack/shoulder bag for walks/hikes
Best Madeira Oficial Guides
- Best of Madeira Travel Guide
- Feeling Madeira
- Funchal Step by Step
- Guide on Madeira Islands
- Madeira Botanical Gardens
- Madeira Island Activities
- Madeira Map and Guide
- Madeira Travel Guide-Tourias
- Meet Madeira Islands
- SMIITY
Transportation
- Lobo Marinho Ship
Activities
- WALKME
- Madeira Best Activities Tours
Weather
- Madeira Weather
Civil Protection Service
- PROCIV Madeira
Emergency Contact: Dial 112
The Portugal Getaways Customer Care team is available 7 days a week to answer your concerns by phone, email, or chat.
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