Madaira is a gorgeous place depending on what you want. It is not in the same lifestyle as Albufeira or Tenerife. It is slower and I would say more "civilised". As far as May is concerned, it can be quite humid during that month continuing through June. There are indeed cafes and bars in Funchal after all it is a working town. The tiny restaurants can be found in the the "Old Quarter" just beside the bus station. An enjoyable evening stroll could take you along the sea front past the marina where there are also restaurants. There are also some English pubs, one I remember is "Prince Albert" (I think) which is beside the Pestana Carlton. Also you may wish to check the Pestana Group of hotels, (My daughter works there! :D) Madeira is within the EU so normal allowances apply.

Thanks for the info Dan, still looking at all the options so will check out the Pestana hotels!

We have just booked to go Madeira in September.
We have never been before so have no idea what to expect.
We are staying at the Tivoli Ocean park.
Any info please.

we have some old reviews on this link

wizard

Thank you for that but I was looking for more info about Madeira /weather/location etc.
We really have no idea about where we are going.

you will find the various resort reports in the Madeira section of the members resort reports

weather history can be found on this link

wizard