Government Wants €5.5 Million Solar Park in Porto Santo
The government has suspended Porto Santo’s Master Plan for two years, allowing construction of a €5.5 million photovoltaic park to advance the island’s renewable energy goals.
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Funchal Expects More Than 750,000 Cruise Passengers in 2025
The Port of Funchal forecasts a record-breaking 2025, with over 330 cruise calls and 750,000 passengers expected, following an “exceptional” 2024 that already marked strong growth in cruise tourism.
Brazilian Swims 42 km From Porto Santo to Madeira
A 36-year-old Brazilian daredevil will swim from Porto Santo to Madeira tomorrow. Wish him luck!
1985: The Year Portugal Got Its First ATM
In September 1985, Portugal introduced its first ATM, starting a new era in banking. Twenty years later, the country was seen as one of the most advanced in Europe, with machines offering many services beyond simply taking out cash.
Funchal Calls for an Emergency Housing Plan
Madeira’s housing crisis is leading to calls for an emergency plan, funded by the tourism tax and raising around €14 million a year, with 15% of all housing set to become public housing.
Elevador da GlĂłria Accident Leaves 15 Dead, Many Injured
Lisbon’s iconic Elevador da Glória funicular derailed and overturned near Avenida da Liberdade, so far there are 15 fatalities and many injured.
Calls for Closure of Fanal Forest to Protect UNESCO Heritage
Fanal, part of Madeira’s UNESCO forest, faces erosion, damaged trees, and ecological imbalance from heavy tourism. Should the site be temporarily closed to recover?
Funchal House Prices Closing in on Porto
Funchal’s house prices are rising faster than Porto’s, now nearly €3,755/m². Could Madeira’s capital soon overtake Portugal’s second-largest city in the housing market?
Cortel AL Licenses Revoked: Funchal Wants €61,000 Back
Funchal City Council has revoked CORTEL’s three short-term rental licenses and will seek to reclaim approximately €61,000 in public housing subsidies.
Funchal Marina Gets Plastic Recycling Machine
Funchal Marina gets a plastic recycling machine that can turn plastic collected from the sea into everyday items.
Tourist Dies in Porto Santo After Accident at Holiday Rental
A tourist died today after an accident in her holiday home on Porto Santo. Emergency efforts and plans to transfer her to Madeira were unsuccessful.
