Porto Santo Ferry Service Suspended on 12 and 13 December
Due to bad weather, there will be no ferry service connecting both Madeira and Porto Santo tomorrow and on Saturday.
Madeira Under Red Alert as Waves Near 14 Meters
Authorities placed the north coast of Madeira and Porto Santo under red sea alert, as waves reaching up to 14 meters are expected, starting midnight on Saturday.
António Costa Demands Respect from Donald Trump
Following Donald Trump's latest derogatory remarks about Europe, António Costa spoke out, calling on Trump to show respect and that this is how true allies should behave towards each other.
41% of T1 Apartments in Funchal Are Selling Within a Month
Funchal’s real estate market shows rapid sales for smaller apartments, with T1 and T2 units selling often within a month.
National Strike Set to Disrupt Bus Services in Madeira
Horários do Funchal warns travelers that Thursday’s general strike is set to disrupt bus services across its network. Passengers are asked to check official channels for real-time updates on affected routes.
3€ Hiking Tax to Increase, PR1 Will Be Most Expensive Hike
Starting January, some hikes will cost more than €3, with PR1 Pico do Arieiro – Pico Ruivo becoming the priciest. Residents need to be on Simplifica for free access, while relocated parking and new management zones control traffic and visitor flow.
Medical Consultation Fees Rise to €65
After remaining stable for 15 years, medical consultation fees in Madeira rose to €60 last year, increased to €65 this December, and are set to rise to €70 in 12 months.
Monte Toboggan Rides Run December 29–31
The toboggan rides are set to run on three days between Christmas and New Year’s.
Bad Weather Alert: Hiking Trails Closed, Orange Warning Issued
Weather conditions are expected to worsen, with an orange weather warning issued for Madeira’s south coast. All classified hiking trails are set to close tomorrow for safety reasons.
World Travel Awards: A Commercial Ecosystem Disguised as Prestige
Madeira is a regular top contender at the World Travel Awards. Often billed as the “Oscars of travel,” the awards operate largely as a self-sustaining marketing cycle and face serious accusations online.
Madeira Reaches €75,000 Funding Goal for Animal Welfare Group
In just six days, more than 1,500 donors came together to raise the remarkable sum of €75,000, allowing Ajuda a Alimentar Cães to secure its shelter permanently and keep saving animals!
