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.
Funchal City Council has revoked CORTEL’s three short-term rental licenses and will seek to reclaim approximately €61,000 in public housing subsidies.
Extreme traffic and long delays are plaguing Western Madeira, where commuters faced hours of congestion again this morning.
In an effort to reduce overcrowding at popular sites, Madeira has asked more than 900 tourism companies to direct visitors to areas that have so far been less affected by tourism.
Feeding wild birds in Madeira spreads diseases, weakens species, invites predators, and disrupts forests. Authorities urge tourists to stop.
Funchal imposes a total stop on new short-term rental (AL) licenses in apartment buildings, following a scandal involving subsidized housing converted into tourist accommodation.
Bolt reports it has started “Bolt Tours” in Madeira. The tours last three hours and visit four famous places. They begin and end at Funchal Cruise Terminal. Anyone can join.
Madeira spends €12 million to build its fourth golf course in a protected area, despite a widespread decline in purchasing power, an existential housing crisis and limited road infrastructure.
Rui Caetano, PS candidate for Funchal mayor, suggests a set of strict rules and oversight on short-term rentals to protect residents and regulate tourism.
The Confiança coalition is accusing Funchal officials of allowing affordable housing units in a publicly supported project to be used as tourist rentals.
Madeira’s president pushes for the return of helicopter travel to attract high-spending visitors and compete with other tourist destinations.
