My family left the Azores and Madeira to work the pineapple and sugarcane fields of Hawaii with the intent of making some money and returning home. They married Native Hawaiians, became US citizens, and never went back. Four generations later, I'm planning my first trip to see both locations at 62. Can't wait! 🌺

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

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.

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.

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 👍

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

“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!

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

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.

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

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 ❤️

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.

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.

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

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 ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

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!!!...

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

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 ❤❤❤

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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!

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

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 ❤️👍

Thank you for you for sharing! Really appreciate it.

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

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.

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?

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

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

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

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 😂

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

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...

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

Another great video guys!!

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

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

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.

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

Another wicked awesome video!!!!!

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

Yes I'm from the US and I really would like to see the mountains and streams and nice people loving

That Pico Ruvio looks awesome.

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.

Just love the editing 😂

Great video - thanks

So appetizing

So cool!!!

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

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!!!

Very talented editing

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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.

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.

I'm heading there in 2 weeks 😍

Loved the way you ended the video 🙏

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

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

The portuguese islands are beautiful.

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

Did that hike in May this year on my channel... haha stairs of death around every corner. 😂 Some amazing views for sun rise though. 👍🏻

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.

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.

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?

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

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

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.

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

11:06 "Squozen" 🤣

Hi! :) My boyfriend and i are travelling to Portugal in June and neither of us can drive... Is it possible to enjoy the island without renting a car or is it better to stay on the continent?

Where did you get your car rental?

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

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.

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

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

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

Thanks for sharing

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!

Ill work in hospitality there, tell me how ❤

Hey can I know who edit your videos?

CR7 put the island on the map

I went there with my wife in 2013. We were the only people on the flight out who didn't have white hair. The following morning this guy asked us what made us choose a geriatric holiday? It was nice, and we may go back....in 20 years!

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

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

Well-made video.. really like it.. and your girlfriend is so beautiful : ) You lucky guy

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i am retired soon, i hope i can go there than

not the diamond of Portugal... We, the portuguese, call it the Pearl of the Atlantic :)

I guess these guys never heard of the landslides on rainy season. 50 dead in 2010

How more people's it will make Madeira not Madeira anymore. Everywhere u see to much there will be mess 😔😔

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

Roughly 30% of foreigners own properties on the island.

What's the exchange rate?