1. Nature of the Publication
Porchbuddyshuffle.surf is an independent informational and editorial travel guide focused on Pestana Casino Park, Funchal, and Madeira Island. Porchbuddyshuffle is operated by Porchbuddyshuffle Media Unipessoal Lda. (PT 517 892 410).
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