The summer is quickly approaching and Brits will be starting to book their holidays abroad. Although many people will be looking for warm weather, others may be searching for where they can get the cheapest beer.
According to experts from Travel Republic, searches for “summer holiday” have soared by 102% in the UK over the last three months. Brits have also looked at destinations close to home that sell cheap pints.
The experts recommend people to check out the Portuguese island of Madeira which is becoming increasingly popular among tourists. Funchal, the capital of Madeira, benefits from 16 British and Irish bars which show live sports and offer up traditional grub.
The data shows that Funchal also sells very affordable beer. The average price of a domestic pint is £2.28 and £2.90 for imported beer, making it a great destination for pub-loving Brits.
Madeira is less than four hours away from London with flights available for around £70. As well as cheap booze, the island also boasts warm weather throughout the year.
Travel company TUI also recommends staying in Funchal to experience a mixture of colonial buildings, churches, and laidback squares. In the old town the narrow streets are full of wine bars and family-run restaurants, while the marina has cafes and great places for seafood.
There is also a cable car which takes tourists up to the suburb of Monte – an area full of lush greenery and picture-perfect botanical gardens. For anyone who wants to experience a real slice of Madeira’s heritage – the wicker sledges from Monte back down to Livramento are recommended.
Meanwhile, east of Funcal is Canico De Baixo. The historical area has an old quarter built around an 18th century church and a town square.
