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In October24°C13 rainy days
Flying time11h 15mfrom Los Angeles
Ideal stayA day trip, or several spread across a week on the island
Best forWalkers & hikers · Adventure seekers · Wildlife & nature
The feel of itGreen, quietly thrilling, water-carved
Where people stayFunchalor Sao Vicente and Ribeira Brava
Getting aroundA car is close to essential
Money and languageEURPortuguese
AccommodationModerate

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