Marta Caires, Journalist

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“There is a land to discover here, with sea, mountains and a people, where the days are warm and welcoming; a haven that receives and cherishes all.” It is in this loving, poetic tone that journalist Marta Caires speaks of Madeira.

Sintra

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O romancista Vergílio Ferreira chegou ao ponto de escrever: ‘Em Sintra não se morre. Passa-se vivo para o outro lado’

Miguel Ângelo, Musician

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A perfect day in Cascais is…
A day at the beach in Guincho, gin at the evening in Fortaleza do Guincho bar, dinner (fish), in one of the restaurants in the centre of the village, going to Stairway for a concert.

Francisco Albuquerque, Oenologist

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Francisco Albuquerque highlights the city’s Sacred Art and Quinta das Cruzes museums, as well as the cellars at Blandy’s Wine Lodge, where the best Madeira wines can be tasted. He also recommends a cable car ride up the mountain, followed by a downhill ride in a traditional wicker basket sled…

Miguel Somsen, Journalist

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Deep down, Lisbon is in fact his favourite “Lisbon neighbourhood”. “Every time I leave my comfort zone, I find another comfort zone. Instead of parishes, Lisbon should be divided into comfort zones”