About us

Essential Madeira Islands is a high-quality lifestyle magazine that showcases the best these islands have to offer, not only to residents but also to visitors.

We highlight the excellence of the Madeira destination as well as the finest things in life, providing our readers with an insightful and beautifully illustrated perspective on quality. From fashion, jewelry, watches, cars, cuisine, real estate, travel, leisure, culture, tourism, and art, Essential presents the best choices in Madeira and beyond.

Our content is meticulously crafted by a team of experts, supported by outstanding graphic and photographic quality. We are a cosmopolitan and contemporary magazine, meeting the demands of a discerning and tasteful audience. Our publication stands out for its superior graphic and photographic quality, exceptional attention to detail, and premium materials.

Essential Madeira Islands is a magazine deeply connected to Madeira life. We are associated with major events in gastronomy, culture, and leisure. Our positioning has always been one of support for the premier lifestyle, tourism, and cultural events taking place in Madeira.

Essential Madeira Islands is typically available from around the middle of the cover month and remains in circulation for two months. Our editions are designed to align with peak tourist seasons and the most significant moments in Madeira's social and tourism calendar.

Estatuto Editorial

Open Media SA was established with the purpose of publishing various periodical publications. Thus, the new magazine "Essential Madeira" is a bimonthly publication with texts written in Portuguese and English. Over 100 pages provide readers with information about the best of Madeira Island, featuring reports and essential information guides, fully illustrated with the highest quality photographic work. The articles may vary in length depending on the theme involved.

The magazine's paper is typically 150gsm matte coated, with possible variations. The cover will be 250gsm matte coated paper with a matte laminate finish.

Thus, the publisher commits to upholding the ethical principles of the Press and professional ethics, ensuring it does not pursue solely commercial purposes nor abuse readers' good faith by concealing or distorting information.

A Equipa Essential

Essential Madeira Islands is part of a collection of international publications edited by Open Media, a publishing group with extensive experience in producing high-quality magazines.