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“It’s the surprise hit of Portugal – a tiny speck of an island whose calling card is a knockout nine-kilometre beach.”
Porto Santo’s like a starlet teetering on the brink of worldwide fame. There’s a hum of excitement about the island at the moment, and you get the impression it’s a destination tipped for big things. Strangely enough, though, you’d be hard-pressed to find it on a map. Measuring up at just 11 kilometres by 6, it’s little more than a speck just north of Madeira.
Without doubt, the thing everyone’s talking about is the main beach. It starts near the capital, Vila Baleira, and runs all the way to Ponta da Calheta. So what you end up with is nine kilometres of soft, golden sand. And it doesn’t stand alone as the only beach – the island is ringed by hidden bays and secret coves, lots of which are set up for watersports, like diving and deep-sea fishing.
As for Vila Baleira, like everywhere else on the island, its pulse is set to slow. You’re looking at a huddle of whitewashed houses, a handful of standout sights, and some nice little pavement cafés. On weekends, an influx of visitors from Madeira – a ferry ride away – livens things up. Keep your eyes peeled for one Madeiran you might recognise – footballer, Cristiano Ronaldo. Porto Santo is his favourite holiday playground.
Here’s a little taste of what’s on offer. For more excursion ideas, speak to your Holiday Advisor.
Fonte de Areia
Put a proper spring in your step with a visit to the small village of Fonte de Areia. Meaning ‘spring in the sand’, the locals believe the bubbly springs here have healing properties. Not that you need any excuse – this is all about max relaxation.
Vila Baleira
Take some time out from the shores and explore this petite capital’s other attractions. Tradition is the order of the day here, with shops selling embroidery and leatherwork and authentic family-run restaurants. This is also where Christopher Columbus met his wife - the governor's daughter – and his stone house is now a museum with paintings, maps and engravings.
Funchal
Catching a ferry over to Madeira’s 15th-century capital is a cinch. You can get a proper shopping fix in its smart designer boutiques, check out the 16th-century cathedral or admire Bird of Paradise blooms at the flower market. There are plenty of colonial-style buildings and black basalt churches to snap, too.
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Our All Inclusive holidays cover all your holiday essentials-flights, accommodation, entertainment, meals, drinks and snacks.
You can take your first child on holiday with us free of charge. If a Free Child Place is available on the holiday you choose, it's yours - and your discount will be shown on the breakdown of your holiday price.
These accommodations are family-friendly, offering entertainment and facilities for both kids and grown-ups.
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