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Inside Background
Culture 
The history of the Madeira Islands is one which mingles factual tales of...
Last edited: September 09, 2006
History 
The history of the Madeira Islands is an interesting one, not only because it...
Last edited: August 02, 2007
Neighborhoods 
The Madeira Islands are a series of islands which each have their own internal...
Last edited: September 09, 2006
Tourist Board Info 
It is not difficult at all to locate a tourist information office in the...
Last edited: September 09, 2006
Weather & When to Go 
The Madeira Islands are a beautiful location where it hardly ever seems to rain...
Last edited: September 09, 2006
Scenic 
Madeira is an archipelago 750 miles southwest of Lisbon in the Atlantic Ocean...
Last edited: August 08, 2011
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Inside Transportation
Arriving & Departing 
By air:  There are two major airports in the Madeira Islands, one which is...
Last edited: September 09, 2006
Getting Around 
There are two main islands in the Madeira Islands region and it is common for...
Last edited: February 10, 2007
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Inside Things to Do
Day Trips 
The Madeira Theme Park (Parque Temático da Madeira) sits on about 7 acres of...
Last edited: November 26, 2007
Family Travel 
Madeira: Rekindling roots with a paradise lost to New Englanders There was a...
Last edited: April 01, 2011
First-time Visitors 
Experiences in the Madeira Islands which should not be missed by first-time...
Last edited: September 09, 2006
Museums & Attractions 
One of the most interesting things about the Madeira Islands is that its...
Last edited: March 27, 2011
Shopping 
Although there are numerous places to do all different types of shopping during...
Last edited: September 09, 2006
Sports & Activities 
There are two basic outdoor activities which the Madeira Islands are known for...
Last edited: December 11, 2012
The Frederico de Freitas Museum 
The Frederico de Freitas Museum or Casa Museu Frederico de Freitas is the...
Last edited: July 28, 2008
Canyoning Ribeiro Frio  
Madeira Island is one of the best places to practice canyoning in Europe and is...
Last edited: October 08, 2010
Eira do Serrado 
Situated at 1,052 mtrs above sea level, there is an amazing view of the valley...
Last edited: December 07, 2010
Ponta Delgada 
Small town located on the North side of the Island located directly on the...
Last edited: December 08, 2010
The Facts on Sunny Madeira 
The Madeira Islands, an archipelago 750 miles southwest of Lisbon in the...
Last edited: July 14, 2009
Watch a Portuguese football game 
Two Madeiran teams play in the same league (Primeira Liga) as Porto, Sporting...
Last edited: December 10, 2010
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Inside Dining Scene
Dining with a View 
Vila Da Rocha.  There is so much to see and do in Madeira.  One of the best...
Last edited: February 10, 2009
Marisa / O Jango 
Would you like to eat the best grilled squids (Lulas Grelhadas) on Madeira...
Last edited: August 09, 2008
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Inside Portugal: For Foreign Visitors
Banks & Money 
The currency for Portugal is the Euro. In the ALGARVE  region  you can...
Last edited: August 05, 2011
Crossing the Border 
Border crossings When travelling between Portugal and another Schengen country...
Last edited: April 27, 2012
Emergencies 
In case of an emergency, simply dial 112 on any phone for aid. Operators speak...
Last edited: January 04, 2012
Important Phrases 
A few basic Portuguese phrases include: Hello...
Last edited: October 19, 2011
Telephones 
This is some Useful Te... Information   oo ( zero zero ) is the International...
Last edited: January 04, 2012
Tipping & Etiquette 
Tipping Tipping in Portugal is just as important as in other parts of the...
Last edited: November 20, 2009
changing money in alvor 
Changing Currencies in Alvor There is a small  kiosk right opposite the...
Last edited: March 18, 2013
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