In Santa Cruz there is a Wi-Fi zone at the seafront, in front of the Town Hall and at the airport. Today, Madeira is well served with motorways that will take you quickly anywhere on the island. However, to see the landscape and be in contact with the locals, trips along the traditional roads will be more appealing. Please contact me for further questions or images. Don't hesitate!.
TOURIST ENTERTAINMENT CALENDAR-2010(provisional):
•CARNIVAL FESTIVITIES 13 February - Great Allegoric Parade; 16 February - Fun Parade
•MADEIRA FLOWER FESTIVAL 17 April - The Wall of Hope Ceremony; 18 April - Great Allegoric Parade
•ATLANTIC FESTIVAL 5, 12, 19 and 26 June - Fireworks Contest
•CLASSIC RALLY June(unconfirmed)
•MADEIRA WINE RALLY 30 July to 1 August
•MADEIRA WINE FESTIVAL 2 to 5 September - Shows and Exhibitions in Funchal; 4 September - Live Harvest
•END OF THE YEAR FESTIVITIES 1 December to 6 January -Christmas lights, Cultural Activities and Fireworks on New Years Day
NOTE: These dates are subject to changes by the REGIONAL TOURISM BOARD.
Golf:
This is an ideal holiday location for those who admire nature, sea lovers, for walkers and for golf lovers, as it is 3km (6min) away from the outstanding 27 hole Santo da Serra golf course, part of the PGA European Tour. The second golf course Palheiro Golf is within 15 minutes. The house is only 5 minutes away from the local airport.
Other Activities:
Levada Walks - walks on local irrigation channels