Beaches & Islands
Porto Santo in September, October and November: the discreet island
The sea stays warm, the sand is still there, and the island returns to itself.
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Madeira Wellness & Sustainability
A slower, more responsible way to visit
From Porto Santo’s therapeutic sand to practical ways of reducing your footprint on the trails, this is how Madeira approaches wellbeing and sustainable travel, for visitors who want to leave the island as they found it.
Wellness & Sustainability
Porto Santo therapeutic sand: what psammotherapy is, and what the science says
Biogenic carbonate rich in calcium, magnesium and strontium. What the research shows.
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Wellness & Sustainability
Sustainable travel in Madeira – How to be a responsible visitor
Practical ways to reduce your footprint while supporting local communities and conservation.
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