Starting in 2026, Madeira will charge non-residents at more popular natural sites. Since last year, multiple separate tourist taxes were put in place, raising the question if a single, and more transparent model, would be better.
In early 2025, Portugal recorded the highest property price growth in Europe. With a 16.3% annual increase, the government must act to avoid further harm to democracy and lower to average-income families.
Strong winds have disrupted flights at Madeira Airport in recent days, leaving many passengers stranded. President Albuquerque has once again called for a revision of outdated wind safety limits.
Without changing the law, Madeira has abruptly declared rooftop tent rentals illegal, threatening businesses that have operated legally with permits, such as 44 Campers.
Madeira will take action to protect its hiking trails and set limits on foot traffic. Digital tickets, more rangers, and higher fines will also be implemented.
Funchal is now the fastest city in Portugal to rent a home. One in four homes is rented in less than 24 hours.
The cause of the massive blackout on April 28th has yet to be determined. Although a cyberattack still seems unlikely. Spain's High Court has now initiated a formal investigation.
While foreign nationals constitute a small portion of Madeira’s population at 5.5% in 2023, they play a dominant role in the real estate sector, making up 50% of market demand today.
After months of challenging protests, the hospitality workers union secured a €12 increase on top of the regional minimum wage (€915) for thousands of tourism workers.
Hotel workers in Madeira are protesting outside the parliament tomorrow, demanding fair wages. Organized as a symbolic “wake,” they are targeting tourists to highlight their ongoing struggle with the hotel industry.
The IFCN and Madeira University are partnering to explore solutions for limiting mass tourism and safeguarding the island's vulnerable natural environment.
