For the second consecutive year The Resort Hotel Royal Savoy has win the “Achievement of Excellence 2005 Gold Award”, a prize given by Style Holidays.

Since its opening in 2002 the Royal Savoy luxury hotel has win some prizes from which we detach the “Telegraph Travel Award” which in 2003 has recognized this hotel as the second best hotel in the world.

In mid-November Madeira Tourism Board start preparations for making Funchal look like a Christmas crib. The streets are decorated with lights of all colours and sizes, with allusive designs of the Island and Christmas season traditions.

In early December, the city squares are brighten up with flowers. Poinsettias, holly and lady’s slipper orchids all help to color the city. And then there are the Christmas carols sounding out on the streets inspiring everyone with the christmas spirit.

The streets fill up with people under this atmosphere of great joy. Some are busy with their Christmas shopping, while others just want to enjoy the holiday buzz and atmosphere emanating throughout the city.

Source: Madeira Tourism Board - November Newsletter

The Belgian surgeon Jacques Himpens, one of the pioneering and most experienced bariatric surgeons, has found that Madeira offers an attractive environment where he can perform his surgical weight loss procedures. Doctor Jacques Himpens considers the quality of local medical facilities, the professionalism of the medical team that he works with and the pleasant climate, to be some of Madeira’s most valuable aspects which contribute greatly to patient recovery.

This world-famous surgeon has organized a package of services for his patients, which includes surgery, hospitalization and treatment at the clinic, and post-operative care. The package also includes accommodation at a hotel in Funchal for the patient and his or her companions, as well as nursing services.

The quality of the medical services in Madeira Island and the magnificent conditions it provides to cater to the recovery of patients and the well-being of their companions during their stay, has led to patients from all over the world coming to Madeira.

Source: Madeira Tourism Board Newsletter

Choupana Hills Resort & Spa is a new member of TAP Victoria frequent flyer program.

From now on members of TAP Victoria, part of Star Alliance program can win 1000 miles by staying at least two nights in Choupana Hills Resort & Spa in Madeira Island and 35 miles by each 35 euros spent in Xôpana restaurant.

Beyond the wonderfull Spa, the beautifull landscape and the relaxed environment now there is one more reason for you to stay in Choupana Hills Resort & Spa, the acumulation of points in your frequent flyer card.

Photo by: Choupana Hills

The recent fires in Madeira are currently off and there are no risks outside the burned areas. Avoid burned areas as many rocks are loose. It is now safe to travel around Madeira under normal conditions.

The sun still shines but the temperature has decreased and it is now time to recover the burnt lands and to protect the the healthy ones.