1 Million Overnight Stays in April as Tourism Revenue Rises 22%
In April 2025, Madeira surpassed one million overnight stays and saw tourist revenue rise 22.2%, setting a new record.
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António Salazar’s Estado Novo: Europe’s Longest Lasting Dictatorship
Antonio Salazar’s Estado Novo regime prioritized economic control over human rights, enforcing censorship, torture, and brutal colonial wars. Through fear and oppression, it became Europe’s longest-lasting dictatorship, ruling for nearly five decades.
Porto Moniz Opens New Parking Area for 135 Cars
A new privately funded parking lot has opened in central Porto Moniz, adding 135 parking spaces.
Funchal Swimmers Report Sewage in the Water at Barreirinha
Swimmers at the Complexo Balnear da Barreirinha in Funchal say they identified human waste in the water, noticing an unusual smell.
Madeira Extends Emergency Grain Stock as World Conflicts Intensify
Madeira’s strategic grain reserve, set up in 2022, has been extended to 2027. It stores 4,300 tonnes of wheat in Caniçal to protect the island’s bread supply. The €700,000-a-year initiative strengthens food security amid global uncertainty.
Christiano Ronaldo Set to Leave Saudi Arabia
Ronaldo announces on Instagram that his days in Saudi Arabia are over, but he isn’t finished with football yet.
Bus to Pico do Arieiro Carried Over 8,000 Passengers This Year
More than 8,000 people have already used the shuttle bus to Pico do Arieiro this year - averaging more than 55 passengers per day. Many depart from Funchal, enjoying a reliable transport option, though ticket prices may soon increase.
How The Indian Ambassador Spoke About His People in Madeira
Upon visiting Madeira, the Indian ambassador described his own people as a resource to be used for “three years, five years, seven years, whatever you decide,” before adding: “and then you decide what you want to do with those people eventually.”
Hard Landing Leads Wizz Air to Ground Aircraft for Inspection
A Wizz Air plane struggled to land at Madeira Airport yesterday, bouncing on the runway before settling. The landing was recorded and posted online. A replacement aircraft was brought in for the return flight, allowing the plane to go into inspection.
This Week's Concerts & Live Shows in Madeira!
Madeira's small but 𝘃𝗶𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗺𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗰 𝘀𝗰𝗲𝗻𝗲 deserves all our attention 💯 Check out the upcoming concert's and 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘀𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝗺𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗰!
Trump Threatens 50% Tariff on EU Goods Starting June
U.S. President Donald Trump recommended a 50% tariff on EU products starting in June, criticizing the EU’s trade policies as unfair.
