http://www.madeira-island.com/interactive/forums/index.php Wed, 16 May 2012 19:00:46 +0200 Phorum 5.2.18 http://www.madeira-island.com/interactive/forums/read.php?1,23668,23668#msg-23668 http://www.madeira-island.com/interactive/forums/read.php?1,23668,23668#msg-23668 A property interests me and i have read up on the legal system there.
basically i need to talk to a legal person who knows the ways around the purchase of property on the Island,the owner is living in the uk and wishes to sell soonest,naturally i would be most grateful to any pointers as to who or indeed which legal firm to act on my behalf,
the Island and its people i have fallen in love with,
kind regards .rob]]> dubinatub General Wed, 16 May 2012 17:30:06 +0200 http://www.madeira-island.com/interactive/forums/read.php?1,23644,23667#msg-23667 http://www.madeira-island.com/interactive/forums/read.php?1,23644,23667#msg-23667 arumlilyplant General Wed, 16 May 2012 15:53:33 +0200 http://www.madeira-island.com/interactive/forums/read.php?1,23644,23666#msg-23666 http://www.madeira-island.com/interactive/forums/read.php?1,23644,23666#msg-23666
Instead of complaining start to learn how to adapt to different drive system

The problem is you not us

From your post the hate for the island is radiating more than the sunshine here.

Don’t like than just ship off

we have too many @#$%& like u, here.]]> tomstan General Wed, 16 May 2012 14:47:00 +0200 http://www.madeira-island.com/interactive/forums/read.php?1,20091,23665#msg-23665 http://www.madeira-island.com/interactive/forums/read.php?1,20091,23665#msg-23665
Informacja dla wszystkich polaków mieszkających na Maderze, którym ciepło na sercu na samą myśl o ojczytystym kraju. Zgodnie z marynarskim zwyczajem pokład okrętu Rzeczpospolitej Polskiej to pływający kawałek ojczyzny. W dniu 26.06.2012 r. godz. 1000 do portu Funchal wejdzie Szkolny Okręt Żaglowy Marynarki Wojennej RP wraz ze studentami Akademii Marynarki Wojennej. Okręt realizuje letnie praktyki nawigacyjne dla studentów.
Serdecznie zapraszam wszytkich Państwa do zwiedzania okrętu.
Jesteśmy otwarci na propozycje spędzenia paru ciekawych dni na wyspie z rodakami - zawody sportowe, grill, zwiedzanie wyspy.
Na pewno będzie to świetna okazja do zawarcia nowych znajomości i przyjaźni.
Okręt opuści Funnchal 29.06.2012 godz. 1000.
Pozdrawiam.
Podstawowe informacje o okręcie na stronie www.orpiskra.pl]]> piotrek77 General Wed, 16 May 2012 13:02:44 +0200 http://www.madeira-island.com/interactive/forums/read.php?5,23372,23664#msg-23664 http://www.madeira-island.com/interactive/forums/read.php?5,23372,23664#msg-23664 biaria Travel Wed, 16 May 2012 10:16:27 +0200 http://www.madeira-island.com/interactive/forums/read.php?1,23644,23663#msg-23663 http://www.madeira-island.com/interactive/forums/read.php?1,23644,23663#msg-23663
I think you need to stay positive for any business you intend to set up, whether it be here or in your home country!]]> ullamad General Tue, 15 May 2012 17:20:03 +0200 http://www.madeira-island.com/interactive/forums/read.php?1,23644,23662#msg-23662 http://www.madeira-island.com/interactive/forums/read.php?1,23644,23662#msg-23662
From the comments above there seems to be a mindset that needs changing - with that i mean the way the Portuguese go about doing business.

I assume everyone that as responded to this thread is working and living on the island??]]> PortugueseAbroad General Tue, 15 May 2012 16:39:11 +0200 http://www.madeira-island.com/interactive/forums/read.php?1,23644,23661#msg-23661 http://www.madeira-island.com/interactive/forums/read.php?1,23644,23661#msg-23661 The Bat General Tue, 15 May 2012 15:39:25 +0200 http://www.madeira-island.com/interactive/forums/read.php?1,23644,23660#msg-23660 http://www.madeira-island.com/interactive/forums/read.php?1,23644,23660#msg-23660
HOWEVER, there is still too much regulation in too many areas. Be careful the type of business you choose to operate as there wil be invariably some type of regulation restricting you in some way or the other. Yes, restricting you. Not supporting or orienting you. This is a sore point for many an entrepreneur in Portugal. Drives everybody crazy. This is what you should expect from a "socialist" political environment. Portugal still does not provide enough of a conservative business-friendly environment in my humble opinion.

Oh, and that VAT went up to 22% is not exactly very helpful for developing sustainable businesses on a quite insular island either.... The insularity got worse with the loss of the only ferry between the island and mainland Portugal.

Energy costs is another huge factor. A typical mid-size restaurant can run up bills of €1000 to €2000 a month for electricity.

And anything tourism related.... Good luck. This is an area, as previously mentioned, over-saturated with everything you could think of.

Another thing that is very common in Madeira are the "aggressive" copycat businesses. More aggressive than elsewhere I have been. You cannot live without those competitors. So if you do find a niche to exploit in the market you gonna have to count on inviting many others to not only copy and compete with you, but in some cases undermine you....

Consult a good accountant and a good lawyer. Yes, I know. Where are they?]]> limbo General Tue, 15 May 2012 14:11:16 +0200 http://www.madeira-island.com/interactive/forums/read.php?1,23644,23658#msg-23658 http://www.madeira-island.com/interactive/forums/read.php?1,23644,23658#msg-23658 For instance we are not happy with our air con, but can we cant find an English speaking firm who could help.
The company that fitted our via the builder, have already tried to rip us off so we wouldn't touch them with a barge pole, nor would we recommend them to any one. They wanted to charge us £8,000 euros for ONE outside units to work 4 inside units. This also included a refund for the nearly new unit they were taking out. We got a complete system for 4 rooms in the Algarve for less than £3,000 euros.
Also what about a computer business?]]> MadMick General Mon, 14 May 2012 13:30:59 +0200 http://www.madeira-island.com/interactive/forums/read.php?1,23644,23657#msg-23657 http://www.madeira-island.com/interactive/forums/read.php?1,23644,23657#msg-23657 Low-spending tourists take their money to Minigolf, not Golf. Many choose a less expensive hotel or - a growing market - rent apartments to be able to spend more on the food, the cable car ticket, toboggan rides and souvenirs.

As to the activities: Have a look at [www.lokoloko.com.pt]. It's only in Portuguese at this time but when you look at the activities, you see what the promotors are offering to the tourists. This is aimed at younger tourists - the age group the Tourist Board is also after - and residents. The company was created by the daughter of a local hotel chain owner, she wouldn't go into this area if it were not promising.

We are also trying to create a permanent museum for an international successful traveling exhibition. With an entrance fee much lower than in Paris or London, this will also be a success with tourists.

It depends what you want to add to the market!]]> ullamad General Mon, 14 May 2012 12:55:02 +0200 http://www.madeira-island.com/interactive/forums/read.php?1,23644,23656#msg-23656 http://www.madeira-island.com/interactive/forums/read.php?1,23644,23656#msg-23656
Regards]]> PortugueseAbroad General Mon, 14 May 2012 12:30:14 +0200 http://www.madeira-island.com/interactive/forums/read.php?1,23644,23655#msg-23655 http://www.madeira-island.com/interactive/forums/read.php?1,23644,23655#msg-23655
The island thrived because of the wine, sugar and embroidery sectors, all of whom were iniciated by foreigners. The Madeirans are aware of this and they appreciate that foreigners may create jobs for them.

if you want to start a business, we could meet and evaluate your ideas, I'm not charging for this (ullamad@netmadeira.com).]]> ullamad General Mon, 14 May 2012 11:03:34 +0200 http://www.madeira-island.com/interactive/forums/read.php?1,23644,23654#msg-23654 http://www.madeira-island.com/interactive/forums/read.php?1,23644,23654#msg-23654 -------------------------------------------------------
> A school for etiquette, manners and politeness
> would be sorely needed in Madeira. Especially for
> drivers on the roads of Madeira. If there is
> anything that Madeira is very good at it is being
> rude, disrespectful and arrogant.

BAT !, you are very sick, I'm so sorry ..........]]> rob.69 General Mon, 14 May 2012 02:48:33 +0200 http://www.madeira-island.com/interactive/forums/read.php?1,23644,23653#msg-23653 http://www.madeira-island.com/interactive/forums/read.php?1,23644,23653#msg-23653 arumlilyplant General Sun, 13 May 2012 20:30:27 +0200 http://www.madeira-island.com/interactive/forums/read.php?4,23652,23652#msg-23652 http://www.madeira-island.com/interactive/forums/read.php?4,23652,23652#msg-23652 Dot Family and Friends Sun, 13 May 2012 07:23:44 +0200 http://www.madeira-island.com/interactive/forums/read.php?5,23372,23651#msg-23651 http://www.madeira-island.com/interactive/forums/read.php?5,23372,23651#msg-23651 kirk89 Travel Sun, 13 May 2012 04:24:09 +0200 http://www.madeira-island.com/interactive/forums/read.php?1,23644,23650#msg-23650 http://www.madeira-island.com/interactive/forums/read.php?1,23644,23650#msg-23650 PortugueseAbroad General Sat, 12 May 2012 21:39:02 +0200 http://www.madeira-island.com/interactive/forums/read.php?1,23644,23649#msg-23649 http://www.madeira-island.com/interactive/forums/read.php?1,23644,23649#msg-23649 We have many services lacking - someone should assess the potential of a new shop before the entrepreneur opens it (Most of the time, my advice would be "Don't do it there - this way - at all"...) but the Portuguese wouldn't want to pay for it. But many businesses thrive, for instance a dental laboratory run by a German lady, or a goldsmith, working for his home country and the local resident community. It depends on what you want to do?]]> ullamad General Sat, 12 May 2012 12:38:41 +0200 http://www.madeira-island.com/interactive/forums/read.php?9,23648,23648#msg-23648 http://www.madeira-island.com/interactive/forums/read.php?9,23648,23648#msg-23648 list of builders in kerala.

Eco friendly villas are one of such ideas that have become successful. They are widely popular at present. Spacious rooms with proper lighting techniques are the highlight of eco friendly villas, apartments and flats. Maximum amount of sunlight and fresh air is made to enter the rooms. Rain water conservation systems are also included by some of the builders. The builders nowadays design many of their projects reflecting traditional Kerala style of homes, which has also gained much acceptance and popularity.

Builders in Kerala are not only contacted for residential spaces. They also make profits from commercial and business ventures. Many IT parks, shopping malls and other business firms are being launched recently, which gives the builders enough scope for exploring the field. Investment prospects are also high in real estate sector in Kerala. It is also one of the major reasons why people choose to own residential or commercial spaces in the state.]]> metrina Real Estate Fri, 11 May 2012 12:42:33 +0200 http://www.madeira-island.com/interactive/forums/read.php?1,23644,23647#msg-23647 http://www.madeira-island.com/interactive/forums/read.php?1,23644,23647#msg-23647 arumlilyplant General Thu, 10 May 2012 21:46:58 +0200 http://www.madeira-island.com/interactive/forums/read.php?1,23644,23646#msg-23646 http://www.madeira-island.com/interactive/forums/read.php?1,23644,23646#msg-23646
Secondly, do you feel this affects the way businesses are managed on the island?]]> PortugueseAbroad General Thu, 10 May 2012 21:39:46 +0200 http://www.madeira-island.com/interactive/forums/read.php?1,23644,23645#msg-23645 http://www.madeira-island.com/interactive/forums/read.php?1,23644,23645#msg-23645 The Bat General Thu, 10 May 2012 17:56:45 +0200 http://www.madeira-island.com/interactive/forums/read.php?1,23644,23644#msg-23644 http://www.madeira-island.com/interactive/forums/read.php?1,23644,23644#msg-23644
Are there any Maderian 'business' forums online?

I would like to get in touch with people who have recently moved to Madeira who are not from Portuguese origin. I would like to know what your thoughts and experiences in regards to living on the island and what you feel is lacking.

Thanks]]> PortugueseAbroad General Thu, 10 May 2012 15:03:03 +0200 http://www.madeira-island.com/interactive/forums/read.php?11,23643,23643#msg-23643 http://www.madeira-island.com/interactive/forums/read.php?11,23643,23643#msg-23643 All posts answered.]]> intense121 Gay, Lesbian and Bisexual Thu, 10 May 2012 13:45:44 +0200 http://www.madeira-island.com/interactive/forums/read.php?1,20091,23642#msg-23642 http://www.madeira-island.com/interactive/forums/read.php?1,20091,23642#msg-23642 Jaka jest najniższa stawka za godzinę?

Byłabym bardzo wdzięczna za odpowiedz
Pozdrawiam
Asia]]> Asianna93 General Wed, 09 May 2012 21:44:07 +0200 http://www.madeira-island.com/interactive/forums/read.php?1,23632,23641#msg-23641 http://www.madeira-island.com/interactive/forums/read.php?1,23632,23641#msg-23641 I have been to the cemetery a few times and if you go to the social section of the forum you will find the info that you are looking for.
I would love to be the the caretaker of the cemetery i could restore some of the beauty it deserves.
Some of the Jewish decease were from Gibraltar who came to the island during or before the WW2
Its great that you have taken an interest in this matter as it is close to my heart]]> RON General Tue, 08 May 2012 19:29:41 +0200 http://www.madeira-island.com/interactive/forums/read.php?4,23636,23636#msg-23636 http://www.madeira-island.com/interactive/forums/read.php?4,23636,23636#msg-23636 I'm trying to research the members of the Fulton Family who lived in BG during the 1910's, 1920's, 1930's & 1940's. Wallace Fulton (Scottish b.1887 ) was beleived to be a foreman or manager on a sugar plantation and he married a woman Elizabeth Pang (b.1888) of chinese descent. They had 2 daughters, Daphne(B.1914) and Doreen(b.1920) and one son Wallace (b.1912).

If anyone remembers or knows of this family would you please contact me. Regards. Glenna]]> gowen Family and Friends Tue, 01 May 2012 09:09:00 +0200 http://www.madeira-island.com/interactive/forums/read.php?4,13080,23635#msg-23635 http://www.madeira-island.com/interactive/forums/read.php?4,13080,23635#msg-23635 I'm also trying to research a member of the De Caires family, I'm looking for information on my husbands uncle Percy Francis Robert De Caires. He went as Bob or Robert and was born in 1914. He married into another BG family through Daphne Fulton. I would also appreciate any information on the Fultons of Demera BG. Her parents were Wallace Fulton and Elizabeth nee' Pang.

Robert became a doctor and settled in the USA but I'm trying to find his family, parents, siblings. If any of this information seems to ring a bell or if you have any suggestions as to where I could inquire next I would apperciate it.

Thanks, Glenna]]> gowen Family and Friends Tue, 01 May 2012 09:00:24 +0200 http://www.madeira-island.com/interactive/forums/read.php?1,23632,23634#msg-23634 http://www.madeira-island.com/interactive/forums/read.php?1,23632,23634#msg-23634 Im a madeirin living in uk, can you please tell me where is the jewish cemetery,like me thousands of Madeirans have no Idea about the Jewish people bein in the island.
Also have you notice the condition of the remains of the Jewish Cinagoge? in Funchal and at the moment is for sale.
I thing that we can start a Jewish Fund to restoure the cemetery and also renovate the cinagoge to the formal glory to make sure that vesitors like yourself can admire the jewish legacy left behind.
regards
Joao correia]]> joao correia General Mon, 30 Apr 2012 20:18:47 +0200