Santa Cruz: A Relaxing Beach Destination
Beautiful Santa Cruz, Portugal is located on the island of Madeira. It is made up of a city, a parish, and a municipality and its name translates into ‘Holy Cross’. As of a 2011 census, it had a population of 43,005 people, which made it the second most population location in the area, following Funchal. The main economies in the area are agriculture, fishing, and tourism. More tourist traffic has been trickling in since the establishment of Santa Cruz international airport. You can access the town via the Madeir Airport, which is found in Funchal.
Best Time to Visit
For the warmest weather conditions, plan your visit to Santa Cruz during the summer months of June, July, and August. These are also the months when the tourist traffic is at its heaviest. To avoid this and to get the best Santa Cruz hotel deals, plan your visit from September to November. The weather and temperatures are going to be milder and there will be fewer other travelers to compete with. Be sure to book your accommodations as soon as you can in order to avoid inconvenience.
What to Do & Area Attractions
One of the main attractions in Santa Cruz is the eponymous Santa Cruz Beach. Head on over and take a dip in the warm Portuguese waters. It is also a great place to get a great summer glow. For some inland entertainment, you can also take your kids to DinoParque. The open-air museum offers dinosaur sculptures. Some of the best hotels found in the area include the Vila Gale Santa Cruz, which features an infinity pool, golfing facilities and beauty treatments. Consider on reserving an accommodation at Four Views Oasis Hotel.