Funchal ranks among top holiday destinations in recent survey
In a recent European city survey conducted by consumer watchdog Which?, Valencia and Kraków have emerged triumphant, surpassing renowned capitals and tourist hotspots. While both cities earned an impressive 92% overall destination score, it's the unexpected rise of Funchal in Madeira that has captured the spotlight, tying for third place with an impressive 89% score.
Conducted by: Which?
Participants: 1,637 British consumers
Objective: To identify the best European cities for holidays
Funchal: A Hidden Gem Unveiled
Tying for third place with an 89% score, Funchal in Madeira emerges as a delightful surprise in the survey. This charming city, nestled between the Atlantic Ocean and picturesque landscapes, offers a unique blend of cultural richness and natural beauty, making it a standout destination for travelers seeking authenticity.
Cultural Richness and Scenic Beauty:
Funchal's cultural treasures and scenic landscapes, paired with its affordability, contribute to its rising popularity among discerning travelers.
Survey Methodology and Insights
The survey, based on responses from 1,637 Which? members, considered a total of 2,458 experiences from those who visited European cities in the past two years. Factors such as UNESCO-listed sites, accommodation costs, and the overall travel experience were taken into account.
Average Rates and Costs:
The research incorporated data from various sources, including average hotel rates from Kayak, flight prices from Skyscanner, and food and drink costs from the Post Office’s City Costs Barometer 2023.
In conclusion, as travelers seek unique and satisfying experiences, Funchal's unexpected presence among the top European city break destinations underscores the appeal of exploring hidden gems.
With its cultural richness, affordability, and scenic beauty, Funchal beckons as a destination worth discovering in the vast landscape of European travel.
Top Cities for Holiday
Destination | Ø Airfare | Ø Hotel rate | Accommodation | Food & drink | Cultural sights | Shopping | Getting around | Lack of crowds | Value / money | City score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Kraków | £103 | £65 | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★☆☆ | ★★★★☆ | 92% |
Valencia | £115 | £113 | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★☆☆ | ★★★★☆ | 92% |
Stockholm | £121 | £122 | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | - | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ | ★★☆☆☆ | 91% |
Berlin | £108 | £111 | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ | ★★★☆☆ | 89% |
Funchal | £170 | £108 | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ | ★★★☆☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★☆☆ | ★★★★☆ | 89% |
Worst Cities for Holiday
City | Airfare Ø | Hotel Rate | Accommodation Ø | Food & Drink | Cultural sights | Shopping | Getting Around | Lack of Crowds | Value / money | Score |
Paris | £112 | £208 | ★★★☆☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★☆☆☆ | ★★☆☆☆ | 79% |
Dubrovnik | £161 | £171 | ★★★★☆ | ★★★☆☆ | ★★★☆☆ | ★★☆☆☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★☆☆☆ | ★★☆☆☆ | 77% |
Dublin | £71 | £170 | ★★★☆☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★☆☆ | ★★☆☆☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★☆☆☆ | ★★☆☆☆ | 76% |
Brussels | £95 | £122 | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★☆☆☆ | - | ★★★☆☆ | ★★☆☆☆ | ★★☆☆☆ | 73% |
Milan | £79 | £152 | ★★★☆☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★☆☆ | - | ★★★☆☆ | ★★☆☆☆ | ★★☆☆☆ | 72% |
Split | £168 | £163 | - | - | ★★★☆☆ | - | - | ★★☆☆☆ | - | 72% |
For the full ranking, see: Which.co.uk
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