Madeira's cruise tourism reached new heights in the first quarter of 2025, with nearly 267,000 passengers visiting the island - a 19.64% increase compared to the first 3 months of 2024, whereas tourists and crew spent an average of €61.40.
Hotel workers in Madeira are protesting outside the parliament tomorrow, demanding fair wages. Organized as a symbolic “wake,” they are targeting tourists to highlight their ongoing struggle with the hotel industry.
Stay safe and keep in mind the latest status of levadas and hiking trails.
This T0 studio listed at a whopping €1,500 exemplifies the broader trend of escalating costs and reduced housing accessibility for many residents.
The IFCN and Madeira University are partnering to explore solutions for limiting mass tourism and safeguarding the island's vulnerable natural environment.
Forum Madeira was sold for €63.3 million, offering the new owners an anticipated annual net income of €6 million.
One of Madeira's most popular trails, Levada das 25 Fontes, will be partially closed next week for landslide cleanup. However, a detour will be in place, allowing hikers to continue their journey in both directions.
Livre plans to file a complaint with the European Commission, citing the Curral cable car project as an environmental hazard with escalating costs and potential harm to endangered species like the Zino’s petrel.
A birthday trip turned tragic when a rockfall struck a family's car near Paul do Mar, fatally injuring the mother.
A growing petition in Madeira is calling for stronger animal protection laws and better enforcement. Supporters demand urgent action to end mistreatment and improve conditions for animals across the island.
A large number of Portuguese man o’ war washed ashore on Prainha Beach, concerning locals due to the creatures' painful stings and unusual coastal concentration.
