Madeira by Bus: Ultimate Guide to Public Transport in Madeira
This detailed 2026 guide to traveling Madeira by bus covers everything you need to know about using public transport in Madeira.
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PSP Alerts Public to Dangers of Online Dating
The Public Security Police (PSP) in Madeira issued a warning on Facebook regarding the dangers of meeting people through social media.
ACIF Warns That Tourist Taxes Can Threaten Madeira’s Economy
The Madeiran Chamber of Commerce warns that tourist taxes risk to confuse visitors, make business harder and damage the islands economy in the long term.
São Vicente Launches New Tourist Tax in April
São Vicente will introduce a tourist tax in April, leaving just one of Madeira’s 11 municipalities without a current or planned tax.
Heavy Rain Triggers Yellow Weather Warning for Tomorrow
Heavy rain is forecast for a short period tomorrow evening, triggering a yellow weather alert.
Is €2 Enough? Funchal Considers Raising its Tourist Tax
Active since October 2024, Madeira’s tourist tax has raised over €13 million. However, Officials now argue this no longer covers expenses. Some propose a flat €20 airport fee to replace complicated hotel taxes and trail fees.
Housing Turning Point? Madeira With Decline in Sales and Value
Real estate sales and transaction values in Madeira are falling, yet limited supply and strong demand keep prices high - what will happen next? Two real estate consultants share their views.
Madeira Cruise Tourism Brings €62 Million in 2025
Funchal’s cruise port closed 2025 with record €62 million impact and 750,000 passengers, but growth slowed compared with the stronger increase seen in 2024.
Machico and Santana Oppose Hiking Time-Slots for Residents
Santana and Machico are challenging Madeira's new mandatory trail registration, labeling the time-slot requirements restrictive for local residents.
U.S. Seizes Russian Shadow-Fleet Oil Tanker in the North Atlantic
After the removal of Maduro, U.S. forces seized a tanker linked to Russia’s shadow fleet that had hastily painted a Russian flag on its hull while trying to evade sanctions enforcement.
Madeira Sees Record Employment in Foreign-Owned Companies
In 2024, Madeira saw record employment in foreign-owned companies, with 243 firms creating over 5 000 jobs and significant economic impact.
