Which levada for a first walk that isn't terrifying?
Accepted answer
Levada do Caldeirão Verde — tunnels and a waterfall, railings where it matters. Bring a head torch and skip 25 Fontes at the weekend; everyone else is there.
Madeira
Funchal New Year fireworks — where to stand?
Accepted answer
The harbour mole by the cable car base, from 22:30. The amphitheatre of the whole city fires at once — being central beats being high.