Insights on Madeira's Fast-Paced Real Estate Market
While foreign nationals constitute a small portion of Madeira’s population at 5.5% in 2023, they play a dominant role in the real estate sector, making up 50% of market demand today.
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Tourist Dies as Large Rock Hits Car in Madalena do Mar
A deadly rockfall struck a car near a tunnel in Madalena do Mar, killing a tourist. Officials confirmed maintenance was delayed due to recent storms affecting cliff stability.
SMS Alerts Citizens About Gradual Power Return
Civil Protection (ANEPC) started sending text messages to citizens late this afternoon, explaining that with everyone remaining calm, power is returning gradually within the next few hours.
No Proof of Cyberattack: What Triggered Today's Massive Blackout?
A massive power outage today across Spain and Portugal has left tens of millions without electricity. While fears of a cyberattack remain unconfirmed, early indications about the cause of the blackout are emerging as investigations continue.
Baltazar Dias Theatre Celebrates 175 Years with Ennio Morricone
Yesterday's 175th anniversayry concert of the Municipal Band of Funchal in the Baltazar Dias Theatre featured a powerful tribute to the - now deceased - maestro, Ennio Morricone (*1928 - †2020).
JPP Demands Study on the True Cost of Living in Madeira
After decades of autonomy, JPP’s Filipe Sousa says it’s time to truly measure the real costs of living in Madeira - a bold move that, according to him, should have been taken long ago.
This Week's Concerts & Live Shows in Madeira!
Madeira's small but 𝘃𝗶𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗺𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗰 𝘀𝗰𝗲𝗻𝗲 deserves all our attention 💯 Check out the upcoming concert's and 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘀𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝗺𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗰!
225 Jobs at Risk as Tobacco Production Set to Relocate to Mainland
The century-old tobacco factory in Madeira may shut down by the end of 2025. All production is set to be moved to mainland Portugal, putting 225 jobs at risk in both Madeira and the Azores.
Pirates, Nuns, and Survival: The Story of Curral das Freiras
Hidden deep in Madeira’s mountains, Curral das Freiras feels like a place from a storybook. A village carrying the weight of pirate raids and long isolation, held together by the quiet resilience of generations.
Madeira Named “Best European Destination” by National Geographic
Madeira has been named "Best European Destination 2025" by readers of Viajes National Geographic, the Spanish edition of National Geographic Traveler.
Tent in Funchal Listed as Vacation Rental on Booking.com
A bizarre tent listing in Funchal popped up on Booking.com. With prices around €𝟮𝟬𝟬 and no reservations allowed, the listing - which is still online - raises questions.
