The problem with Madeira

[@BinHexOctal]

As someone who lives in Madeira, this is one of the best travel videos on Madeira I've seen. Thank you.

[@ONWorldTravel]

Thanks so much, glad you enjoyed it!

[@xNeo-_o]

Sorry to bother i had a weird dream about going to live here and I’ve never heard of it in my life is it easy to start a life here need a fresh start be great full if you can help

[@Roxyismyfavoritedog]

Learn Portuguese first it will help.

[@P_4BKM77]

@@xNeo-_o I´am Madeiran, a native, what do you need?

[@ChrisCokeRobinson]

@@ONWorldTravelThe problem with Madeira and anywhere nice: US/European expats, and the greed of home owners.

[@angelauska]

How can you complain about rising rents and increasing housing problems for residents and at the same time share an airbnb discount code❓️❓️❓️ Airbnb IS the reason for all these problems! You can see it all over the world in every popular city or tourist region. That's unjustifiable in my opinion. I would never ever book airbnb!

[@mysticmac9589]

They're delusional

[@TheFryPo]

What a fucking idiotic statement, like having no airbnb suddenly will solve your own goverments ambition to turn it into a tourism hotspot. As with all exotic islands if there is demand from tourists, the investors (with the help of goverment!) will turn it into a money printer. Your choice always will be sell or move out.

[@redbluebae4397]

Right

[@JuanBarberis]

Airbnb is a virus!

[@daniel4647]

Why not? Airbnb prices are often just as inflated as hotel prices, and at least with Airbnb most of the revenue usually goes to a local instead of some foreign investor that decided to build a resort. Besides, a lot of the time it's the only option to get anything in a reasonable price range. And Airbnb's are used for a lot of other things than vacation too, like if your spouse kicks you out, or you need some time while looking for a more long term rental in case you're moving, etc. And a lot of the time hotels are not an option due to the prices. Heavy tourist areas are not like some random town in the US where you can just shack up in some roadside motel, because every single hotel or motel are targeted at tourists which means they're far to expensive to stay for more than week or to at most, so if you're not actually on vacation then paying that rent would leave you homeless in a month or two.

[@Worldwanderista]

“How perfect the weather was/super consistent” No, you were just lucky! You can have all seasons in just one day, trust me! Been there some years ago in May and the weather can change in an instant!

[@ONWorldTravel]

We just have gotten lucky during most of that month, cuz it was really nice majority of the time ☀️

[@ptasptasznick9305]

I have experienced little snowing on road to Ariero, rain in Fanal and sunshine on the coast during single day - but if you know what you are doing, and if you are mobile (as a tourist with a car - you can find sunshine nearly every day with very few exceptions.

[@mrzoukdotcomzouklambadaboo8212]

Guys first of all madeira is semi sub tropical...... The problem of young people leaving is not a new one..... They've been doing this for ages..... You will find madeirans in South Africa, Australia, Brazil, Venezuela, Colombia, United States, United Kingdom, Panama, Spain, New Zealand, Ecuador, Bolivia, Angola, Mocambique, France, Ireland,..... In funchal there is a monument dedicated to the immigrant, madeira has a larger overseas population than on the island.... If you go to the village festivals you will meet visiting immigrants from all over the world, each with their unique story of leaving madeira to be able to give their offspring a better life.

[@bradbugado4814]

My grandpa was an immigrant from Madeira. Joseph Bugado came to Hilo, HI in 1920 I believe to work the sugar cane plantations.

[@lmccourt7588]

As an Irish man with a woman from Madeira I'm very happy that you guys leave😂

[@marianogoncalves18]

Not everybody leaves for economic reasons. Some just want a different life ;)

[@elizabetejesus6575]

LUCKY YOU BECAUSE YOU HAVE A STRONG WOMAN AND AT THE SAME TIME SWEET, THATS MADEIRA WOMEN, DEDICATES TO FAMILY TOO LIKE A LION 🦁 TO PROTECT THEM

[@sniper10666]

Well said , my parents left back in 1970 to Australia and took 6 kids with them- I’m 57 now and love Australia but I know where my heart is and it belongs to Madeira and always will be.

As someone who lives in Madeira, I love your video, awesome edition and storyline! Thank you for showing Madeira in its true beauty :) And yes... some places are still adjusting to this new wave of tourism, it seems to be a common challenge in many tourism regions like Portugal, Spain and Italy.

[@ONWorldTravel]

Thanks for the support, just trying to share the broader picture. Hope a healthy balance can be achieved somehow in those places!

[@SultanOfThrones]

Marry me! =o)

[@thebuddhaheartsutra]

I rarely comment on holiday/travel vlogs but having stumbled upon this video by accident, I must say as a retired academic that I am impressed by Nathan and Olivia. Their observations are helpful, down to earth, occasionally punctuated by a dash of quirkiness but the narrative is unequivocally literate and intelligent. They highlighted legitimate problems at the end, and kudos in particular to the element of self-reflexivity.

[@jerrychronister7232]

It’s sad how places like this get exploited, but really cool how you guys acknowledge and respect it. I’ve watched too many beautiful places in Colorado undergo the same popularity growth and they are never the same. - They paved paradise, put up a parking lot - Joni Mitchell

[@ONWorldTravel]

Gotta keep it real, thanks Jerry! 🤙🏽

[@romanus4879]

Then stop coming.

[@susiblau5243]

Ich finde es zu Kotzen mit welch einem Ansturm der Reiseunternehmen die Insel jetzt überfallen. wird .Und es bleibt nicht viel Geld für die Menschen die auf dieser Insel, für uns Urlauber arbeiten..Es fließt der größte Teil in die Kassen der Reiseunternehmen. 🤭🤔🤫😯l

[@Pattaya2510]

@@susiblau5243 Sure,today i saw on Madeira televison,they will build a new hotel with 440 rooms,why not keep the island authentic.And nearly weekly there are some messages about the cruise boats.(terrible)

[@benjburg3343]

This place isn't even close to being exploited

[@SQExplores]

Thank you for this great video. I fell in love with Madeira a few years ago when I travelled there for the first time in 2018. After Covid, I travelled back in 2022 and 2023, and I am already planning to head back in 2024. Something about this island has really touched my heart, and I too am worried about the potential impact of excessive tourism on the island and the locals. Cruiseship tourism in particular usually has many significant negative local impacts on destinations. I generally love travelling to off-the-beaten places and staying away from crowds, and there is still a lot of opportunity for that in Madeira. It's such an amazing place.

[@williamraybould8393]

Maderia will never lose its sole. The people are some of the best people in the world always kind of heart. I love the place ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@ONWorldTravel]

We really loved the people, such good vibes ❤️

[@johnnash9523]

Its Soul, not Sole!

[@williamraybould8393]

@@johnnash9523 sorry

[@julioaguiar1485]

Os madeirenses ja resistiram ataques de piratas ataques de submarino alemão que bombardeou o Funchal ,resistimos a ditadura de Salazar que pos a madeira a fome resistimos o 20 Fevereiro 2010 ...NÃO VAI SER O TURISTAS QUE NOS VÃO QUEBRAR NEM ANIQUILAR AS NOSSAS RAIZES E TRADIÇÕES. FOMOS SOMOS E PARA SEMPRE SEREMOS UM POVO RESILIENTE AS ADVERSIDADES...ABRAÇO DE UM MADEIRENSE...MADEIRA PORTUGAL 🇵🇹 ONTEM HOJE E SEMPRE

[@angelauska]

​@@williamraybould8393You can correct your first comment. Just tap on the three buttons and choose "correct"

[@GlairGullwing]

Moving back to Madeira in about a year... cannot wait. I miss it. Haven't seen my family since 2005 ! Great video

[@MasterIvo]

Today is our last day on Madeira. 2 weeks have been wonderful. very diverse beautiful nature, kind grounded people, many wonderfull walking trails. weather is very dependent on where you are on the island. today we had 22C and sun, but also 7 degrees high winds most and rain. Will return here to explore more.

[@nathanpym3622]

I agree with the over tourism aspect of your concerns. I will say, as somebody who lives in the West Country region of England in which we see massive amounts of tourism during the summer which inflates our housing and food prices, if you are a tourist....DO NOT USE AIRBNB!!!!!!!!! Use hotels, bed and breakfast's, campsites, but DO NOT fund a company which actively seeks to decimate local housing stock! Anyway, big love to Madeira and Portugal

[@angelauska]

@nathanpym So true about AirBNB!! I would never ever make accomodation through them. It ruins housing prices for locals and only fills Ashton Kurcher's pockets who owns AirBNB.

[@lizpinto7079]

Great video guys! If you look it up Madeira was the first tourist destination in Europe way back in the 18th century it’s just that the secret is out so the amount of people coming is enormous, I hope it doesn’t change I absolutely love it and if anyone misses yellow sandy beaches there is Port Santo just next door and one thing about Madeira too is how clean and well maintained it is and how genuinely friendly people are ❤️

[@TonyRodrigues63]

I'm so glad to know that you've been to my homeland, I will be there in a few days, I leave in the UK, but I'm from Funchal, Madeira Island. I've been following you for a while, I absolutely love your videos, your positive attitude towards life in general, and in this particular instance, I'm glad you love my paradise Island. What you said about "The problem with Madeira" I have to say, thank you for taking time and effort, giving real information, sticking to the facts, and avoiding the usually easy way, many use, to just show the positives, and avoiding some really hard realities. Overall, I give you ten out of ten on this video, take care!!!...

[@ONWorldTravel]

Thanks so much for this comment, means a lot coming from someone from Madeira!

[@suksori]

We spent few months in Madeira this year and fell in love as well. Hiking is definitely the best thing to do there. I was surprised to see my kid in the pool part of your video 😅 Great video, though title was click baiting.

[@sarafaria4155]

Well.. you could say people are getting really frustrated with some tourists.... the ones that come here and camp everywhere without respect for the locals... living costs skyrocketted in the last few months... you could say Funchal is the most expensive city in Portugal... locals were always very welcoming to tourists but now they are starting to rebel against tourism...

[@ONWorldTravel]

Well said, these were the sentiments of some of the locals we talked to as well. Thanks for sharing!

[@carlosantunes820]

Thank you so much guys. I can see you really loved the island. You're totally right: this growth brings opportunities for some but huge challenges for most. We'll see how it goes. Keep on the good work 👍

[@MadeiraRide]

I really respect your opinion. And it's true that locals give their best to visitors and inflation is too big for locals. life is becoming so expensive for locals as the cost of living after COVID has increased drastically. I'm a resident here and work for tourism. And I admit, I love this island and I recommend everyone come here because I, who have lived in other countries, can say, we live in paradise. Whoever comes here will definitely come back. and you will come back one day without a doubt. good temperature, good weather, good food, very kind people and truly a very clean island. About 25 years ago our tourism was very elderly, but this island is good for young people. Come and discover Madeira Island, I highly recommend it.

[@WhosQvr]

Wonderful video. Just visited Madeira for the first time. I have to say the locals are lovely, nicest people I've probably met abroad

[@markrodgers9527]

An awesome video! And a really thoughtful message to future visitors! Thanks!! Mark

[@moore_2_explore]

We absolutely love you guys!! You are so thorough, to make certain to highlight the challenges this place like so many places face as people and their dollars come in ( which really is sometimes a double edged sword) is truly responsible! It does look like paradise on earth, we hope it can keep its essence.

[@ONWorldTravel]

Thanks again guys for the kind and encouraging words! We hope a lot of these places in the world can find a healthy balance and manage the volume of visitors

[@DeanHarringtonimages]

In Tokyo, we are experiencing a large influx of tourists as well. No strain here but no one wants Maderia to end up like Hawaii.

[@TheMilenkata]

One day will visit Tokyo, when is best to see it?

[@DeanHarringtonimages]

@@TheMilenkata Fall

[@DeanHarringtonimages]

Spring

[@dpglobal7021]

Thanks for showing your awesome adventure in Madeira and also presenting the other issues nobody talks about!!! Born and raised in Madeira and now full time RVing through the US we are happy to know you had a great time in Madeira. We will be heading there soon. Happy Travels 🙌 E

[@nylesgregory2120]

It took you eight minutes to get to the answer. Cue Minute 8:00 - Madeira doesn't have beaches at all Folks. Madeira is a Treker's Island, not a Beach and umbrella twister. Everyone visiting needs to know that. The Beach is located at Porto Santo or back on the mainland. You'll be lucky to count to 10 before reaching the end of any sandy beach here on the Madeira. They're all (that small here folks). And as for that Globalization swallowing up the local Real estate and causing sky-rocketing housing and rent prices - just ask Venice, Monaco, Hawaii, Florida, Califoria, etc., etc. how well the Locals were ever able to stop that trend? In another 30 years, most the Banana plantations here will be gone and you'll find wall-to-wall homes running the perimeter of the island. If you don't believe me, compare photo's from 30 years ago against shots from today. The trend is unmistakable. If you want an unforgettable Beach, try the white limestone sands on the Beaches of Cancun, Mexico on a Full Moon night. It's literally brighter than a Sunrise and it'll give you a memory you'll never forget.

[@HenriqueFreitasHMF]

A very good video, shows the natural beauties, gives good tips and directions to visitors and also shows some of our main concerns. Thanks a lot.

[@kungmarkatta2000]

This is hands down the best video about Madeira I have ever seen. Now I really want to visit. But i think a time when less tourists. Greetings from Sweden!

[@Sea_New_Things]

Spent 2 weeks on Madeira a few months ago and I agree 100% with the problems talked about and the locals we spoke with agreed. I'd also like to add one more to the list. The roads that are good are great and the roads that are not are well....sketchy. Was amazed how many mainlanders had never visited Madeira or the Azores while the young Madeirans were leaving to go to the mainland. My grocery bill has went up since going to Madeira because I now keep a jar of Poncha made up at all times 😂

[@dinocorreia1202]

11:46 the most precious and beutiful words so far. Not only about Madeira but also Lisbon and Porto and all across the "mass tourist spots" and their consequences. ThankU. Absolutely stunning your videos

[@YouTubingz]

That plane landing! 🤣 Great sell, keep it up 😆

[@Rangertozero]

Was on holiday in Madeira for the first time July gone. We absolutely loved the island, so much so we have already booked for next July, can’t wait to go back and explore more of the island.

[@stanlehmann4523]

Thanks for sharing your moments !!!!

[@ONWorldTravel]

Cheers!

[@melgoy2094]

My mother and Grandmother were born on Madeira Island. My grandma born 1914 and m y mom 1936. They left the Island after the war. My Great Grand Father migrated in 1909 where my grandfather was born in Lowell Mass. He migrated back to Madeira in the 20s when his father died in a mining accent. He was summonsed to the Portuguese Navy in 1939 for the war effort. He showed them his papers showing he was a US citizen. He left to the US and enlisted in the Army and fought in the Pacific during WW2. My mother and Grandma came over in Mar of 45. For those who dont know the shipping lanes where shut down and the German U-boats patrolled the waters off of the Island. U 515 was sunk off the coast on 9 Apr 1944 with 43 prisoners by the USS Pope. The commander of that ship just happened to live in my neighborhood LT COMDR. E.H Headland I wound up with a 20MM shell that was engraved for the actions in which I know own. I plan on visiting the island. The house my mom grew up in is still in the family

[@mike_w_21]

Because Madeira has adopted Bitcoin, it is now on many Bitcoiners' radar as a spot to potentially move to. Looks amazing!

[@ONWorldTravel]

Interesting, thanks for sharing!

[@Irina_fitziko]

True! Tourism doubled and many ppl was kicked out from their rental apartment (even after 5-10 years ct.), because everyone makes Airbnb. More foreigners started to come, investing in real estate just to make Airbnb’s. The prices of lands and houses increased almost double after Covid, higher than in London (proved). The island can’t resist this amount of tourist. Doesn’t have infrastructure for it. Way too many new rental cars for tourists (40.000 extra for a 250.000 island population) and irresponsible driving and parking everywhere. Plus, nobody talks about the real routes in Madeira, that are very hard to drive. It’s a vulcanic mountine elevated island. It’s very hard to drive here. The top hike Pico do Arieiro became named be the locals ‘The Toilet Hike’ because toilet papers are wind blown everywhere. Is soo crowded that hikes feels like the walking city traffic. The cars are parked everywhere, because all the parking lots are full (even the new one for +200🚗). Tour buses blocked on the way because of the cars, police, details. Crazy! The government struggles to keep up with changes and to implement fast solutions. Nobody here can afford to rent an apartment that is 1000 EUR min. in Funchal city, or to buy an apartment that starts from a quarter of a million. The locals that always smiled and was happy to have tourists, are overwhelmed of the disaster that brought mass tourism. This island needs a brake just to breathe in. Also, dear explorers, please don’t leave wc papers or napkins on the hike trail. Nobody is cleaning them up and it’s like a toilet mine everywhere. They don’t discompose so fast as you all think (Check #cleanmadeira on insta). Peace and love.

[@RaptorMike-Bailey]

Fantastic video! That’s where my family is from 3 generations ago. I’d be ever so grateful to visit someday. 🤙🏼🤙🏼

[@ONWorldTravel]

Nice, you’ve got to go! 😍

[@connorl7679]

Wow, what a beautiful place. Also love y’all’s new editing style! By far my favorite channel on YT

[@ONWorldTravel]

Thanks Connor, we trying our best! 🤘🏽

[@tantan43210]

Agree! They use BOLT instead of uber. Poncha has different flavours too. Lastly nikita is another drink made in some parts.

[@stephenwood9104]

What a fantastic video of beautiful Madeira, I've been many times and haven't been for 5 years, oh i do miss it, thank you for sharing your wonderful experiences ❤️👍

[@kendrasdustyroad]

Man! What a beautiful video... as always. We love Portugal and have wanted to visit Madeira for a while now. Those sleigh rides look intense. Thanks for calling out the darker side of tourism. I think you handled the issue well... presented the challenge without being overdramatic about it. We were just discussing similar issues we came across in Siem Reap. We don't have the answers, but think bringing the issues to light is the first step in finding them. So we applaud you!

[@ONWorldTravel]

Thanks a lot Kendra, we really wanted to give a more complete picture of it! All the best! 🤘🏽

[@TaylorParnell]

WHO ELSE LOVES THEIR ADVENTURES ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@ONWorldTravel]

Thanks again Taylor!🤘🏽

[@TheMelekPT]

'we can walk everywhere made me laugh so hard. Try walking from Canical to Ribeira Brava :p

[@ONWorldTravel]

Only in the heart of Funchal 😂

[@luisv8431]

Madeira didn't close during Covid, everyone made a test on the arrival if you free off covid you could enjoy your holidays if not you stay in quarantine in your hotel room

[@ONWorldTravel]

Didn’t know that, it’s great they still were able to live fairly normal lives 👍🏽

[@MarianaLucas21]

Thank you for sharing this amazing and informative video about my beautiful home! I can't wait to go back this Spring 🙂

[@samhklm]

If I understand correctly you did not know of the issues until you got there, but your making light of them now. No tourist agent is going to say "Madeira is really stressed right now - check back in a few years" but you did.

[@ONWorldTravel]

We wanted to show the full picture of what we experienced being there and talking to locals 👍🏽

[@jcrotti7133]

great video , 11:08 'freshly squozen orange juice' , classic !!!

[@ONWorldTravel]

😂 cheers!

[@briant3404]

finally someone comes out and says what needs to be said about madeira...(at the end)... its a macrocosm of portugal itself. save for lisboa and porto having the same problems Overtourism.. hopefully the global economic shift and the end of the post covid rabid travel will moderate the future of overtourism

[@ONWorldTravel]

Just trying to show the whole picture, thanks! 👍🏽

[@JP7onEarth]

We live in Porto and don’t believe it is over touristed.

[@lusiabundgaard1913]

The problem with Madeira is ,that it's beautiful, but the weather is on with your jacket and then of with your jacket 😳😊

[@livef1fan473]

Madeirans are unhappy with this new wave of tourists who aren't willing to spend money. Seems as though social media has attracted the wrong type of tourism. 1. Campers: Will cut costs by sleeping in a car or a tent and won't go to restaurants or help support local business in anyway. 2. Cruise tourists: Won't go to restaurants because food is included with cruise package. Limited time on the island. Can barely take anything back on to the cruise. 3. Clout chasers/social media influcencers: Rude, not interested in culture, most likely will go to Ronaldo's museum and leave. Madeirans are getting fed up, young people are leaving Madeira for a better opportunity. Which ofcourse causes a shortage of workers. Meanwhile Venezuelan's and Brazilians are taking over the island in which most are descendants of Madeirans who emigrated in the 60s and 70s. Even they aren't happy with the situation in Madeira and are trying to go to mainland Europe or return back to Venezuela/Brazil. Obviously, this doesn't resolve the shortage of workers. Madeirans in South Africa don't want to return to Madeira due to the banking scandal which saw them lose all there money, furthermore they would rather live in UK, Canada, New Zealand for a better opportunity. Crime in Madeira is getting out of control, a lot of people getting addicted to drugs. Limited parking spots for everyone. Tourists are resorting to parking there car in the middle of the road. In the end, most tourists won't return to Madeira as its left a bad taste in there mouth. Even the tourists who appreciate Madeiran culture and support local business won't return. Its a lose lose situation for everyone. By the way I don't live in Madeira but this is just my observation as my family are Madeiran and I go to Madeira every 3-4 years. I also watch RTP Madeira and this is a topic that is being debated every week.

[@9651Eddy]

I live in Machico Madeira, the people are fantastic! E.A.D.

[@samhklm]

That Pico Ruvio looks awesome.

[@ONWorldTravel]

It’s epic! 🔥

[@miguelcoelho3877]

It's Ruivo, not Ruvio. Pico Ruivo, Red Peak.

[@samhklm]

@@miguelcoelho3877 I stand corrected Sir! Thank you.

[@miguelcoelho3877]

@@samhklm You're welcome.

[@DonnaDeMatteo-e7n]

Thank you for you for sharing! Really appreciate it.

[@hannadidrix]

Hi and thank you so much for this video - can you recommend where is best to search for accommodation?

[@Just_Jelle]

Freshly "squozen" orange juice. 😂Great video! Madeira lives rent free in my head since visiting in November 2021. I hope to go back next year. May I ask what month you visited?

[@devangsanghani6765]

I really liked this video and how you've put it all together in here.

[@rastojanotka9647]

I want to ask when did you record this video ? it was July 2023 ?

[@mrlsdutch]

My husband is from here and we got married in Nini Design Centre in december! We had an amazing time and visit a lot of times. I miss it but decided not to fly while pregnant. Love to see the video, it calms my 'home sickness' a little ❤❤❤

[@steviet2270]

Just came back from 2 weeks there , awesome place to visit the views are unreal !

[@andreizavarin6604]

Very cool video, loved subtle 360 shots on a long selfie stick😊

[@ONWorldTravel]

Haha thanks! We love mixing in those clips!

[@pualeiquintagrande6309]

Sadly they’ll be priced out from their own island as many are in Hawaii

[@angelauska]

Thanks to airbnb...😢

[@jeremyrogers5103]

Another great video guys!!

[@ONWorldTravel]

Thanks again Jeremy! 🤙🏽

[@portocitytransfers9100]

The best edited, educational and funny video I’ve seen about Madeira 😂 Loved it 💪🏼🇵🇹🍷😉

[@justarandomidiot6701]

Tourism is slowly killing the island, the salary is not high enough for people in madeira to afford housing, and due to the heavy amount of tourism and outside immigrants, the prices of houses increased around 90.000€ in just 2024, there is a drug problem where addicts lurk around funchal and its getting to the other areas in the south area of the island, crime has gotten worse, and ilegal immigrants are flooding the island, forcing their ideals and religion, harassing women, and living in deplorable conditions, Sure the island lives off tourism, but there is too much, there have been tons of videos of tourists disrespecting rules and walking in trails even if its not allowed, there are also videos of polution in tourism spots, areas such as ribeiro frio, before had animals walking in the roads, now, everyday that place is filled with cars and there is no animal in sight. Madeira might be a paradise for many tourists, but for many inhabitants, its becoming horribly bad, there are already places like restaurants that refuse to speak portuguese, and it feels like the island is slowly losing its identity, the fact that its always gettong prizes for top best places for vacation promotes the island for more people, which means more tourism, and unwated attention from ilegal immigrants, both things that in big quantity are slowly killing the island.

[@carlossaraiva8213]

The portuguese islands are beautiful.

[@Deniz-fu8qc]

Which month were you there? I’m asking in order to understand what to pack for a hike? Is it cold at the top of the mountain or is it still okay in summer?

[@ONWorldTravel]

We were there in April, it definitely get cooler the higher up you go so bring some light layers. Cheers!

[@Chris7Lawrence]

Love Madeira. Very respectful video. You did it justice. How many runs did it take to compile that awesome footage on the downhill basket ride? Top effort!!!

[@andremathews1823]

Another wicked awesome video!!!!!

[@ONWorldTravel]

Thanks Andre!! 🤘🏽

[@guidougo3391]

Beautiful video, which time of the year were you in Madeira?

[@ONWorldTravel]

April-May

[@guidougo3391]

@@ONWorldTravel 👍

[@Nicolettidaniel]

Okay. You guys are doing it different. Best travel couple on KZbin, see you at the top!

[@entropica]

The problem with the video is that it is not really about the problem with Madeira (only a few seconds).

[@laurakilmer8652]

You two good lookin couple real nice temperatures. Wish we were there. I used to drink pombal wine from Portugal. have a great time. good video.

[@ONWorldTravel]

Thanks a lot! 😊

[@92godofrock]

Great video😔 Where is the beach at 13:46?

[@edtravelbug]

Great video - overcrowding is happening almost everywhere now. I am on a 3-month trip from Canada to Europe to Asia, and every place seems crazy. No going back because it is NOT just posted covid pent-up demand but long-term China/India/Asia wealth growth that is exploding travel. Add to that remote work opps for US/Euro peeps while also the increase of fiat currency which expands $$ wealth to millions more US/Euro, and we have millions more people traveling.

[@ONWorldTravel]

All interesting points to take into consideration, thanks for sharing!

[@dominicanabroad]

There were TOTALLY limited options in reasonably priced accomodation. And the issue of whether they can withstand the demands in tourism is one that's plaguing SO many places around the world. Same issues from upstate New York to the Balkans/Croatia. And the brain drain with young people leaving to make more money (especially in educated areas) is huge and further worsens the long term sustainability of the country (both culturally and economically) on the ground.. Also, I was cracking up at them naming the airport after Ronaldo, somehow I totally missed that. LMAO.

[@roadshoulderphotography683]

Awesome video... got to put Madeira on my bucket list.... btw is that a Insta360 x3 you use for filming ???

[@MisterSkraetsch]

Great video - thanks

[@ONWorldTravel]

Thanks a lot!

[@officialrobertcenox]

a very bad place to live if you like to travel with affordable prices or order stuff online which takes months to arrive and mostly companies dont even ship there . weather is great just that.

[@barbarawissinger]

My daughter and I had to reschedule our trip because of health issues which still plague us. We were hoping that a week of sun & surf in and around Funchal (we will have no car) would do us good. Now we feel like exploiters & that we should have returned to Malta.

[@jacktravers5049]

The indiana Jonesy vibes are word for word why I went. Ill never understand the "dont come" comments. I come from a place with rediculously high living costs and one of the highest rates of tourism, ive never heard anyone tell tourists not to come, because we will go everywhere!

[@ONWorldTravel]

Madeira definitely has that unique Indiana Jonesy vibe, glad you felt the same! Such a stunning place, I recommend everyone go at some point in their lives! Cheers! 🤘🏽

[@adithimajumder7345]

Hey can I know who edit your videos?

[@ONWorldTravel]

Olivia and I both do 😊

[@teddydavis2339]

I can't remember when I last enjoyed such a video. Absolutely amazing! I to laugh because the young lady said sqozen. Is that a word? I guess it is now.

[@ONWorldTravel]

Haha thanks Teddy! 🍊 😂

[@clone_prosantos1655]

Next time visit porto santo island the best beach of europe , it's 50klm of madeira , 2h30 by ferry our 15minuts by plane

[@thekttravelshow0001]

Very talented editing

[@ONWorldTravel]

Thanks so much!

[@michaelsouthwell5429]

Unfortunately the overtourism problem is happening globally and the over posting, over sharing and unoriginal repetition of those same tourists on platforms like KZbin etc is producing a very "my story" generation of tourists and its causing so many secondary problems culturally. Gen X even Boomers are massively great ful this kind of adventure regression didn't happen in their time and there is so much unawareness in Millenials/Gen Z that the majority of what they are posting is just the same thing with same themes over and over again . That and Millenials/Gen Z have it so much easier to travel the globe now with tech being more advanced, transport options being ridiculously easy the majority of the time and even the levels of accommodation being so much more higher in general. Backpacking 25-30 years ago required alot more thinking on the fly and immediate situational navigation, now we have "travel" posters pointing out the most bizarre things as "challenging". Many travellers have been to places like Madeira and across the globe even decades ago and gleefully appreciate they got to goto these places before the "posting" masses arrived. The travel subcultures changed atleast for Westerners with the advent of wifi networks and the social media culture. It's a shame, the planet will never get that time again and overtourism is common place as is the bizarre explosion of KZbin travel posters telling everybody about places that I visited 25-30 years ago. KZbin has been flooded by people all saying same things in same places and this is what is part of the travellers degradation to experience the world , see it with your own eyes !

[@tomaud]

Same climate in the Azores as well.

[@barryjackson1401]

Very interesting.....great presentation...

[@zhannakryukova8676]

So cool!!!

[@ryangriffin8392]

Great video. I sincerely wish the island didn't allow cruise ships.

[@6merkaba]

I dont understand what's the problem...is it because it's becoming too expensive for the local people to live there?

[@Irina_fitziko]

Tourism doubled and many ppl was kicked out of from their rental apartments (even after 5-10 years ct.) because everyone makes Airbnb. More foreigners started to come, investing in real estate just to make Airbnb’s. The prices of lands and houses increased almost double after Covid, higher than in London (proved). The island can’t resist this amount the tourist. Doesn’t have infrastructure for it. Way too many new rental cars for tourists (40.000 extra for a 250.000 island population) and irresponsible driving and parking everywhere. The top hike Pico do Arieiro became the local ‘Toilet Hike’ because toilet papers are blown everyone by the wind. Everyone is soo crowded that nature feels like city traffic. The government struggles to keep it up with changes and implement fast solutions. Nobody can afford to rent an apartment that is 1000 EUR minimum in Funchal city, or an apartment that start from a quarter of a million. The locals that always smiled and was happy to have tourists, are overwhelmed of the disaster that brought mass tourism. This island needs a brake just to breathe in. Also, dear explorers, please don’t leave wc papers or napkins on the trail. Nobody is cleaning them up and it’s like a toilet mine everywhere. They don’t discompose so fast as you all think. Peace and love and let’s respect the nature and local communities in every place we visit and enjoy. ❤

[@thedude3544]

the problem is, that's no problem.

[@lunde28]

Maybe many tourists also go for Madeira since the climate in southern Europe has been unbearably warm the last couple of summers.

[@Itstony098]

I can’t believe I am looking at an American reviewing the island I lived on

[@renzsers]

Just love the editing 😂

[@ONWorldTravel]

Thanks a lot!

[@courtcomposer]

Freshly "squozen" oj? Really? 11:04 Thanks for the video. Very nice.

[@thenomadsurvivalist4459]

Loved the way you ended the video 🙏

[@BedyBARNARD]

So appetizing

[@At3nT]

1:11 wait until you hear about Açores...

[@fluffycattu]

but we are talking about Madeira.

[@maxbranco71]

Complimenti!!!

[@ONWorldTravel]

Thanks!

[@danblaser2017]

Great video. I am curious what dates you were there? I am considering going in June but heard it can be gloomy

[@ONWorldTravel]

The weather’s pretty good year round, I would say April and May are a bit better, but June is also nice!

[@Xanta91]

we visited in may, it was really empty except on the mainstream trails :)

[@headbandbybrianlundeen3132]

OK I subscribed!

[@AI-ki5fe]

We are not hard core hikers, but have done some hiking. Do you recommend wearing hiking boots to hike Madeira trails? Or are a good pair of tennis shoes sufficient?

[@azeetaag]

Trail/ hiking shoes shops be sufficient. No need for boots.

[@angelauska]

You absolutely need good hiking boots!! Trainers are not enough as many trails are very steep and often can be wet, muddy and slippery.