“A paradise for those who enjoy nature”. This is how the woman in charge of one of the most recognized shops of traditional madeiran products – Bordal – describes the island where she was born. With sea and mountain nearby, the entrepreneur escapes her intense work routine by hikking and having contact with nature. “In Madeira we have a standard of living above average. I can travel the world, but coming back home is always a necessity”. To the visitor, Susana Vacas recommends some imperative experiences: stroll in the mountains, with breathtaking pathways and “levadas”; watch the sunset in Jardim do Mar or Paul do Mar; bathing in Seixal, where the black sand combines with the green of the Laurel forest; eat swordfish filets with limpet rice or grilled meat in Câmara de Lobos; visit the Bordal embroideries factory.
AND HER BEST OF IS…
VISIT: Palheiro Gardens, Vereda Pico do Areeiro-Pico Ruivo, Seixal Beach, Seixal Natural pools; ACTIVITIES: Boat trip to observe Cetaceans and enjoy our magnificent coastline, Walking tours through levadas and pathways; SLEEP: Belmond Reid´s Palace, The Cliff Bay; EAT: Il Gallo d’Oro, William, Casa Velha do Palheiro, Santo António, Gavião Novo, Il Basilico, Mercado das Tapas; NIGHT: Barreirinha Café, Vespas, Café do Teatro; SHOPPING: Bordal, Blandy´s Wine Lodge, Mercado dos Lavradores.
