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A decrease in drug consumption among young adults is encouraging news. However, with 58% of Madeira’s adult population classified as overweight or obese, the region faces a significant public health challenge.
Ferries to Porto Santo on March 7 and March 8 are canceled because of bad weather. If you're affected, make sure to reschedule your trip!
Snowfall has blanketed the higher regions of Madeira, including Pico do Arieiro and Paul da Serra. Experts predict cold temperatures and continued snowfall until Thursday, with a gradual warming trend expected next week.
Madeira drivers, heads up! Here's the non-exhaustive list of new speed camera locations for March. Check the schedule, stay within limits, and drive responsibly.
Madeira news outlets report multiple accidents today, one resulting in a fatal injury
Madeira's small but 𝘃𝗶𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗺𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗰 𝘀𝗰𝗲𝗻𝗲 deserves all our attention 💯 Check out the upcoming concert's and 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘀𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝗺𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗰!
New noise regulations in Funchal have drawn sharp criticism from bar owners, who argue the rules threaten nightlife. At a municipal assembly, business owners criticized the regulations' impact on tourism and local commerce.
PSP conducted a large-scale nighttime traffic operation, blocking the via rápida. The focus was on alcohol consumption, leading to 12 arrests and 14 fines. Police stress road safety as Madeira has the second highest traffic-related death toll in Portugal.
The Hospitality Workers’ Union in Madeira demands government action on wage disputes, accusing officials of misleading and lying to workers. Protests are now set to target tourists and will continue!
Tourism thrives, but workers struggle. PAN Madeira sides with the most recent demands of hotel workers, demanding wage increases and fair conditions, condemning the exploitation of those who sustain the region’s thriving tourism industry.
The Cliff Bay in Funchal and Quinta do Furão in Santana have earned a spot on TUI’s top 100 hotels for 2025, showing why Madeira is a favorite for travelers seeking warm hospitality and unforgettable stays.
