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Monte Toboggan Sled Ride Faces Long Queue Again

Monte Toboggan Sled Ride Faces Long Queue Again

Early in the year and with sunshine beaming over Funchal, crowds are lining up for the Monte Toboggan rides once more.

Porto Santo Line Calls Off Ferry Services on March 7 and 8

Porto Santo Line Calls Off Ferry Services on March 7 and 8

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!

PSP Reveals Speed Camera Locations in Madeira for March

PSP Reveals Speed Camera Locations in Madeira for March

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.

Funchal Bar Owners Argue New Noise Policies Threaten Nightlife

Funchal Bar Owners Argue New Noise Policies Threaten Nightlife

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.

Madeira Invests More Than 500,000 Euros in 2025 Carnival

Madeira Invests More Than 500,000 Euros in 2025 Carnival

The Madeira government has committed €511,000 to the 2025 Carnival, maintaining last year’s budget to support extended festivities, colorful parades, and themed events, which are expected to draw large crowds and boost tourism.

Forbes Ranks Festa da Flor Among Top 10 Must-See Events

Forbes Ranks Festa da Flor Among Top 10 Must-See Events

Forbes has ranked Madeira’s Flower Festival among Europe’s top 10 must-see events for 2025

Lobo Marinho Ferry Reduces CO2 by 3,200 Tonnes per Year

Lobo Marinho Ferry Reduces CO2 by 3,200 Tonnes per Year

The Lobo Marinho ferry will return to service on Wednesday after undergoing extensive upgrades, including a shore power connection and biofuel compatibility, enhancing its sustainability and reducing its environmental impact.

Rent Madeira's Most Expensive House for 19,500 €/Month

Rent Madeira's Most Expensive House for 19,500 €/Month

For the past few days, Idealista has been listing a rental property in Funchal for €19,500 per month. Could you afford it?

Incident on Monte Toboggan Due to Wet Road

Incident on Monte Toboggan Due to Wet Road

A minor accident involving a traditional carro de cesto occurred today on the Monte Toboggan sled in Funchal. Fortunately, no one was injured despite the rainy weather contributing to the incident.

New SeaBus Brings You From Calheta to Funchal And Back For €73

New SeaBus Brings You From Calheta to Funchal And Back For €73

SeaBus is a soon-to-be-launched transport service that will connect Calheta, Funchal, and Caniçal, catering to tourists eager to explore Madeira's breathtaking coastline.

Horários do Funchal Resumes Sale of Prepaid Tickets

Horários do Funchal Resumes Sale of Prepaid Tickets

Horários do Funchal resumes sale of prepaid tickets, which are available exclusively at Payshop agents and valid until the end of March 2025.