Colossus: The Rise and Fall of Madeira’s Hotel Atlantis
Rising in 1972, Hotel Atlantis was Madeira’s modernist masterpiece. Once a symbol of luxury, this concrete colossus collapsed within 22 years under the weight of a changing world.
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Madeira Lights Up the Sky to Welcome 2026
Madeira welcomed 2026 with eight minutes of fireworks, firing 202 shots per second over Funchal. Watch the most breathtaking shots from the New Year festivities.
Fireworks Leave Animals Terrified, as Clinics Brace for New Year
As New Year fireworks light the sky, animals panic and flee homes, clinics face rising emergencies, and many pets suffer injuries, seizures, stress, or go missing.
Weather Warning Moved 3 Hours, New Year Fireworks Will Take Place
Madeiras president explained that the orange weather alert only takes places from 03:00 and not from 00:00 as previously forecasted, which is why the celebrations will take place.
Officials Meet at 19:00 on Possible New Year’s Eve Cancellation
With the possibility of a red weather alert - the highest level for heavy rain - authorities have called a meeting at Quinta Vigia, broadcast live on RTP Madeira from 19:00, to decide whether New Year’s celebrations will be canceled.
Storm Francis: All Hiking Trails Closed on New Year
In response to Storm Francis and the orange weather warning forecasting strong winds and heavy rainfall in Madeira, the Civil Protection Service has ordered the closure of all hiking trails on January 1.
Funchal Confirms New Year’s Eve Fireworks Despite Orange Warning
The show must go on: An orange weather warning has not unsettled Funchal City Council, which confirmed that New Year’s Eve celebrations will continue as planned.
Forum Madeira Hosts Ukrainian Christmas Concert Today
A Ukrainian Christmas concert and charity market at Forum Madeira today combine traditional music with fundraising efforts supporting humanitarian aid in Ukraine.
Madeira Under Orange Weather Alert for New Year Celebrations
Madeira rings in 2026 under caution, as New Year’s celebrations face an orange weather warning with heavy, relentless rainfall expected along the south coast.
Electric Car Subsidy Runs Out Within Hours on Opening Day
Today, Portugal’s electric car subsidy was exhausted within hours on launch day, as thousands rushed to secure limited public incentives.
Santana: Madeira's Most Affordable Housing Market at €1,792/m²
Santana is Madeira’s most affordable housing market, despite a yearly 21.1% increase, according to Idealista. See how the other municipalities rank.
