6. Madeira, Portugal
Affectionately known as the Pearl of the Atlantic or the Island of Eternal Spring, Madeira boasts a mild year-round climate, rich gastronomy and wine, beautiful landscapes, and a variety of water sports. Madeira, Porto Santo, and the uninhabited Nature Reserve Ilhas Desertas offer activities ranging from wine tastings to coral reef diving, surfing, scenic hiking trails, and folk music shows.
