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Portugal's Carnation Revolution in a Nutshell

Portugal's Carnation Revolution in a Nutshell

Never heard about the events that unfolded in 1974? Here's Portugal's Carnation Revolution in a Nutshell!

Major Cruise Operators Plan More Frequent Stops in Madeira

Major Cruise Operators Plan More Frequent Stops in Madeira

With 750,000 cruise passengers expected in Madeira this year, major cruise lines plan to maintain or further increase the frequency of their visits in the coming years.

This Week's Live Concerts in Madeira

This Week's Live Concerts in Madeira

Madeira's small but 𝘃𝗶𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗺𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗰 𝘀𝗰𝗲𝗻𝗲 deserves all our attention 💯 Check out the upcoming concerts and 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘀𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝗺𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗰!

Tourists Fined €750 for Trespassing on PR1

Tourists Fined €750 for Trespassing on PR1

Three tourists were fined a total of €750 for climbing a gate to access a closed section of Madeira’s PR1 – Vereda do Arieiro trail.

Puppies Abandoned Near Garbage Container in Caniço

Puppies Abandoned Near Garbage Container in Caniço

In Caniço, puppies left in a box beside garbage were rescued. CRO Santa Cruz is asking the guardian of the mother dog to come forward for help with sterilization.

Madeira Ranks First for International Real Estate Searches

Madeira Ranks First for International Real Estate Searches

Madeira has the highest share of property searches from abroad in Portugal. At the same time, foreign property purchases in Portugal have dropped to their lowest level since 2021.

Sharks Spotted at Ribeira Brava Lead to Swimming Ban

Sharks Spotted at Ribeira Brava Lead to Swimming Ban

Swimming was temporarily banned at Ribeira Brava beach after harmless “caneja” sharks were spotted near the shore. Authorities raised the red flag as a precautionary safety measure.

Family Housing Licenses in Madeira Rise Nearly 68%

Family Housing Licenses in Madeira Rise Nearly 68%

Madeira recorded a sharp rise in family housing this year, with both licensed and completed units increasing

Swimming Ban: Red Flag in Funchal and Caniçal

Swimming Ban: Red Flag in Funchal and Caniçal

Authorities raised red flags at the shores of Funchal and Caniçal, citing health risks from poor water quality.

22-Year-Old Dies in Motorcycle Accident on Expressway

22-Year-Old Dies in Motorcycle Accident on Expressway

Yesterday night, a 22-year-old man died in a motorcycle accident on Madeira’s expressway between Ribeira Brava and São Vicente.

Porto Moniz Talks About Free Transport for Residents

Porto Moniz Talks About Free Transport for Residents

There are discussions in Porto Moniz about offering free transport to help elderly residents and workers move around the municipality