
Above the clouds —
New reputation: Madeira is reinventing itself as a diverse destination that appeals to a younger crowd. Among the attractions are hikes atop Pico do Arieiro.

Lava pools —
Spectacular swimming: Meanwhile at Porto Moniz on the west coast, rings of sea-cooled lava have been turned into one of the world's weirdest and most beautiful swimming baths.

Moving mountains: Until recently, it took several hours of driving along mountain roads to get from Funchal to this swimming paradise.

Easy access: Now the pools are accessible in just 50 minutes -- thanks to a new network of highways and tunnels.
