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Funchal Marina’s Grand Reopening Pushed to April 2025

Funchal Marina’s Grand Reopening Pushed to April 2025

After a series of delays, disputes, and a bidding process, Funchal Marina finally has new management and is scheduled to open in April 2025. With past setbacks, can this new deadline be met?

90% of Funchal-Residents Feel Safe Despite Security Paradox

90% of Funchal-Residents Feel Safe Despite Security Paradox

Funchal study shows 90% of residents feel safe, while highlighting key challenges like domestic violence and youth well-being.

€1.3 Million Fireworks Light Up Madeira for New Year's Eve

€1.3 Million Fireworks Light Up Madeira for New Year's Eve

Funchal is making a big investment in this year's New Year's Eve fireworks, but topping last year's spectacular display, which left a lasting impression on many, will be a tough challenge.

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.

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.

Funchal Breaks All-Time November Heat Record

Funchal Breaks All-Time November Heat Record

Never before has Funchal recorded a temperature as high as 30ÂşC in November, breaking a decade old record.

Lisbon - Madeira Flight Rescheduled 5 Times

Lisbon - Madeira Flight Rescheduled 5 Times

An Easyjet flight that was scheduled to leave Lisbon for Funchal got canceled 5 times within 24 hours, pushing passengers' patience to the limit.

World’s Best Bartenders Compete in Madeira

World’s Best Bartenders Compete in Madeira

Madeira hosts the World Cocktail Championship for the first time, welcoming elite bartenders from 60 countries to showcase their skills

14 Kilograms of Heroin Seized in Major Drug Bust in Funchal

14 Kilograms of Heroin Seized in Major Drug Bust in Funchal

Police in Funchal have seized more than 14 kilograms of heroin and 9 kilograms of MDMA in what has proven to be the largest drug bust in Portugal this year.

Homeless Man Tries to Sell Puppy for 50 Euros in Funchal

Homeless Man Tries to Sell Puppy for 50 Euros in Funchal

A young homeless man attempted to sell a puppy for 50 euros in the streets of Funchal.

Funchal Rental Room Supply Drops by 49%

Funchal Rental Room Supply Drops by 49%

With the sharpest decline in rental rooms across Portugal, Funchal now ranks as the second most expensive city for tenants.