Four Cruise Ships Bring Nearly 17,000 Visitors on December 1
By the end of today, four cruise ships had docked, bringing an estimated total of 17,000 passengers to Funchal. Local businesses in the city centre reported higher activity, reflecting the short but intense period tourists spend in the area.
Cruise Passengers Spend Around Ten Hours Exploring Funchal’s Key Sites
Most tourists stay in Funchal for about ten hours, prompting them to plan short visits to major attractions. Many went to the statue of footballer Cristiano Ronaldo as their first stop. Others explored the notorious Mercado dos Lavradores and the nearby cable car, both popular among visitors despite the relatively cold weather.
APRAM Reports 57 Cruise Ships Booked for Funchal in December
The Port of Funchal expects 57 cruise ships this month, according to APRAM’s website. Twelve ships are scheduled to arrive on December 31 to celebrate New Year’s Eve, adding to the already high seasonal traffic. This schedule indicates continued heavy visitor movement through the city for the remainder of the month.
Source: RTP Madeira
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