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Madeira Wins World’s Best Island Destination for 10th Year in a Row

Madeira Wins World’s Best Island Destination for 10th Year in a Row

Madeira has once again outshined the competition, being named the World’s Best Island Destination at the 31st World Travel Awards for the 10th time in a row.

Madeira Crowned World’s Best Emerging Golf Destination

Madeira Crowned World’s Best Emerging Golf Destination

Madeira was named World’s Best Emerging Golf Destination at the World Golf Awards, recognizing its exceptional courses, breathtaking scenery, and growing golf tourism appeal.

Ribeira Brava’s Christmas Raffle: Support Local Shops & Win!

Ribeira Brava’s Christmas Raffle: Support Local Shops & Win!

Ribeira Brava has kicked off its annual Christmas campaign, featuring prizes and festive activities to support local merchants. Explore a variety of products and services offered by 13 participating local businesses, located in the heart of the village.

EasyJet Launches 2 Weekly Flights From Luton to Funchal

EasyJet Launches 2 Weekly Flights From Luton to Funchal

Travelers from Luton, just 50km north of London, will soon enjoy a new hassle-free journey to Funchal, as EasyJet announces the launch of multiple direct flights starting in June 2025.

Woof Woof! TAP Air Portugal Europe’s Top Pet-Friendly Airline

Woof Woof! TAP Air Portugal Europe’s Top Pet-Friendly Airline

Calling all jet-setting pets! TAP Air Portugal now leads the pack as Europe’s most pet-friendly airline, making flying with your furry companions downright paw-some.

Funchal Sees Record Number of Warm Days in October 2024

Funchal Sees Record Number of Warm Days in October 2024

Weather anomalies are becoming increasingly common, and Madeira is no exception. Following the record-setting warmest day ever in Funchal this November, recent data sheds light on the weather patterns leading up to that milestone.

Madeira Leads Portugal with Largest Drop in Unemployment

Madeira Leads Portugal with Largest Drop in Unemployment

Despite the peak of the tourist season being over, Madeira is performing exceptionally well in the labor market this year.

Poverty in Madeira - Did We Get It All Wrong?

Poverty in Madeira - Did We Get It All Wrong?

They've done it again! Following the President's claim that poverty in Madeira is "normal", another member of the PSD party explains us why Madeira doesn't actually have a poverty problem: it's drug addicts, overconsumption and working statistics!

Funchal Unveils Magical Christmas Lineup for 2024

Funchal Unveils Magical Christmas Lineup for 2024

Funchal is preparing for a festive 2024 season with 11 Christmas events, starting on November 25.

Costs For Private Medical Consultations Set To Increase

Costs For Private Medical Consultations Set To Increase

Costs for private medical consultations are set to increase gradually until 2027.

Madeira Uses Fewer Antibiotics Than Other Regions in Portugal

Madeira Uses Fewer Antibiotics Than Other Regions in Portugal

Healthcare providers in Madeira are committed to using antibiotics responsibly, prescribing them only when absolutely necessary to protect patients and avoid resistance.