AdventuresThe far-flung 'Hawaii of Europe'With its tropical climate, looming volcanic mountains and stunning black-sand beaches, it's no wonder Madeira, Portugal, has been called the "Hawaii of Europe".See more A better way to 'raw-dog' travelThe viral trend of enduring long flights with no phones, screens or distractions recently captured the world's attention. 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