Eurowings Launches Direct Flights Between Madeira and Hannover
Travelers can now fly directly from Madeira to Hannover every Monday, adding another direct connection to one of Madeira's largest tourism markets. Prices start at €49.99 one-way.
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Search for 31-Year-Old Polish Tourist Igor Holewiński Continues
Search efforts for Polish tourist Igor Holewiński, 31, missing in Madeira since Sunday, continue. Police and other units are actively working to locate him.
The Wait Ends: Madeira’s Legendary PR1 Trail to Reopen
Closed since the 2024 wildfires, the PR1 Pico do Arieiro–Pico Ruivo trail is now scheduled to reopen. Visitors will be able to access it after the Madeira Island Ultra-Trail event.
Golf Madness: Is The Archipelago Going to Have 7 Golf Courses?
How many golf courses are enough? For fewer than 260,000 residents, seven is madness. While many locals struggle with housing and wages, the regional government chases golf dreams for the few who can afford them.
Tourist Dies After Cardiac Arrest While Swimming at Praia Formosa
A tourist from Germany or Switzerland died today after suffering a cardiorespiratory arrest while swimming at Praia Formosa. He was pulled from the water and brought to shore, but despite resuscitation efforts, he could not be revived.
PSD Files Protest Over TAP Flight Fare Increase to Madeira
The PSD has protested TAP’s €30 fare increase on Lisbon–Funchal and Porto–Funchal flights, warning it pushes ticket prices above €400 and exceeds the Social Mobility Subsidy limit.
31-Year-Old Igor Holewiński Went Missing, Can You Help?
A 31-year-old Polish tourist has gone missing while hiking in northern Madeira. His sister is asking anyone who may have seen him to come forward.
Santana Cable Car Earns Up to €18,000 per Month in 2025
By September 2025, the Rocha do Navio cable car in Santana had earned more than €140,000 and welcomed nearly 20,000 visitors.
Tourism in Madeira Rises 9.7% as 1.9 Million Visitors Arrive
Madeira attracted 1.9 million visitors in the first nine months of 2025, a 9.7% rise from last year. The revenue per available room went up significantly.
Machico Sea Rescue: 44 Year-Old Irish Man Dies, Teen Survives
A 44-year-old Irish man died after entering the sea at Maiata Beach in Madeira, reportedly while trying to rescue his daughter, who survived and was taken to hospital.
Horários do Funchal Again Extends Use of Old GIRO Passes
It ain't over, until its over! Old Giro Bus passes remain valid until February 2026 - provided that this will be the last extension.
