Madeira Named “Best European Destination” by National Geographic
Madeira has been named "Best European Destination 2025" by readers of Viajes National Geographic, the Spanish edition of National Geographic Traveler.
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Funchal’s Praia Formosa Promenade Reopens, but Will It Close Again?
After being closed for around 14 months, the Funchal promenade has again reopened. Officials say this is only the first phase, but no info is given on how many phases there are, when the next will begin, or if and when the promenade will close again.
Madeira’s Population Reaches Highest Level Since 2014
Madeira’s population grew by more than 2,800 people in 2024, reaching its highest total since 2014. Migration played a key role, helping offset a continuing natural population decline.
Mortgage Payment Falls Below €400 for First Time Since 2023
Monthly mortgage payments keep falling, despite total loan amounts increasing.
Sexism! Petition Calls For Eduardo Jesus to Resign
Sexist slurs & vulgar language by Eduardo Jesus have ignited outrage. A public petition demanding his resignation is gaining traction. Here’s what was said.
Motorcyclist Dies Two Days After Serious Crash in Funchal
A motorcyclist critically injured in a crash on Funchal’s Caminho dos Pretos has died after spending two days in intensive care.
Madeira Shopping Cinema Closes For Good After Over 20 Years
Attention all movie lovers: Amid declining attendance and revenue losses, Madeira Shopping Cinema is throwing in the towel at the end of this month! Madeira is set to lose one of its two cinemas.
Assaults on Foreigners: Police Identify Four Young Men
Four local men have been identified by Funchal police in connection with assaults and robberies targeting foreign nationals. Authorities continue investigations and ask victims to come forward.
The Carapuça: Madeira’s Iconic Pigtail Cap and Its Cultural Legacy
The carapuça: Madeira's traditional woollen hat, commonly worn in the 18th and 19th centuries. Once part of daily rural life, it is now a valued symbol in folklore, festivals, and cultural events.
Only 9% of Rustic Houses in Madeira Cost Under €100,000
Madeira’s rustic homes represent a tiny slice of Portugal’s market, with few priced under €100,000.
Illegal Camping Is a Municipal Issue, Says Government
Madeira’s Tourism Secretary Eduardo Jesus clarified that illegal camping outside conservation zones isn’t the regional government’s responsibility - leaving it up to the municipalities to deal with unregulated overnight stays.