Among the many talented artists who have drawn inspiration from this beautiful island, Martha Telles stands out as a shining star. Her unique style and profound connection to Madeira have left an indelible mark on the art world. Early Life and Origins Martha Telles was born in 1931 in the picturesque town of Funchal, the …
Olga Drak Olga Drak comes from Poland. Throughout her life, art in its various shapes and forms always fascinated Olga. Naturally she studied arts at the Academy of Fine Arts in Poznan. Olga Drak obtained two master’s degrees. The first is a Master degree in Art Education (2001). Finally a second master’s degree in Painting …
When the warmth of summer envelops the scenic landscapes of Madeira, a unique musical haven emerges at the Estalagem da Ponta do Sol. This summer, immerse yourself in an unforgettable auditory journey where the Atlantic waves meet the harmonious notes of world-class musicians from July 27, 2024 to October 19th, 2024. A Venue Like No …
Madeira, Portugal – The idyllic island of Madeira, known for its stunning landscapes, vibrant culture, and warm hospitality, has just welcomed a new and illustrious resident: legendary musician Eric Clapton. The iconic guitarist and singer-songwriter has purchased a house on the island. This adds another layer of allure to Madeira’s growing reputation as a haven …
Madeira, an archipelago known for its stunning landscapes, has a rich cultural heritage and many vibrant festivals. The island is once again gearing up for one of its most anticipated events of the year. The Festas de São Vicente. This annual festival, held in the picturesque town of São Vicente, is a celebration of tradition, …
Music videos shot in Madeira As most people know, there are quite a few commercial films shot in Madeira. For more information, please read on here. However, fewer might be aware of how many music videos have been filmed here. The most popular so far to be added on that list is Gims. He came …
Madeira’s Flemish Connection and Sugar Cane Where does the Flemish connection come from? In the 15th century Madeira was a sugar cane paradise supplying sugar to Europe. This Ouro Branco or white gold attracted many merchants from across Europe. In 1472, Madeira began trading directly with Flanders. Hence Flanders became a very important redistribution post …
Funchal Funchal is the capital city of Madeira Island and the sixth largest in Portugal. The largest city of this sub-tropical island is charming, historic, mostly well-maintained and colorful. The name Funchal stems from the amount of fennel (or “funcho” in Portuguese and “funchai” meaning a fennel plantation) plants discovered by the first settlers. The …
Cristiano Ronaldo – Part Three Cristiano Ronaldo is a Portuguese Legend and a professional football player. He has played for Manchester United and Real Madrid and plays for Juventus and Portugal. He was born on the sub-tropical island of Madeira. Along with Lionel Messi, even if CR7 will not like this sentence, he is regularly …
Terras de Avô Terras do Avô is a family run business. This winery is the proud creation of Duarte Caldeira. The 13 hectares of land of the estate, once belonging to his grandfather, are in Seixal on the North Coast of Madeira. 31 different plots of land make up these special 13 hectares. Some pieces …
Fado, the musical soul of Portugal Portugal, Madeira and the Azores possess a rich musical history. It is particularly famous for its mainly folk and traditional music in general but for Fado in particular. Above all, it belongs to Portuga’s soul. Fado feels like a Portuguese expression of “having the blues”. A quick translation of …
