Why Madeira Should Be Your Next Luxury Escape Perched in the Atlantic off the coast of Portugal, Madeira gives you: Dramatic cliffs and glass skywalks over the ocean (Cabo Girão) Cloud-level hikes like Pico do Arieiro to Pico Ruivo Natural volcanic rock pools in Porto Moniz Year-round spring weather and dolphin/whale watching all seasons It looks ultra high-end in photos, but a week here can be surprisingly affordable. Perfect 7-Day Madeira Itinerary (Luxury Look, Smart Budge

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2 DAYS — CRYSTAL RIVER, FLORIDA There’s something magical about floating silently in the cool, blue-green waters of Florida’s natural springs while a gentle giant glides past you — calm, curious, and completely at peace. That was my experience swimming with manatees in Crystal River — one of the only places in the world where you can legally and ethically share the water with these incredible creatures. As a solo traveler, I wasn’t sure what to expect. Would it feel awkwa