13 Sep

Posted at 07:50h in madeiramade by
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This delicious sandwich is a true Madeira favourite. You'll find it on the menu of almost every cafe and snackbar on the island. Prego especial is a unique sandwich, best described as a mix between a sandwich and a classic burger.  PREGO ESPECIAL There are many variations of prego sandwiches to be had. My absolute favourite is prego especial. Prego especial is made of a typical Madeira bolo do caco, grilled shortly, so it's warm and crispy. Here comes the best part of the sandwich: the bolo do caco is...

04 Jul

Posted at 07:34h in activities, nature by
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This is a short walk to the Garganta Funda waterfall at Ponta do Pargo. There are a lot of great lookouts on the west side of the island, and this is one of the best. See for yourself and enjoy the waterfall, rugged cliffs and ocean view at the end of this stroll.   MIRADOURO GARGANTA FUNDA The way to Miradouro Garganta Funda is easy to find, there are several signposts in Ponta do Pargo showing you the way. Just follow the 'Miradouro Garganta Funda' signposts and you simply can't miss...

08 Jun

Posted at 11:24h in news, outdoor by
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It's 5am when my alarm clock wakes me. Time to get out! I shuffle around my hotel room in the dark, splash some water in my face, grab my camera bag and get into the car. My destination: Achada do Teixeira. It's still pitch dark when I arrive at Achada do Teixeira, so before I start my early morning hike to Pico Ruivo I search for my flashlight. At 6.30am I install myself and my camera on top of one of the mountains around Pico Ruivo. The sky...