In order to protect locals from ever increasing real estate prices, Madeira is facing growing debate over whether it can ban property sales to non-residents. Here's why such measures are highly unlikely.
Two individuals living near a mosquito trap, which contained an Aedes aegypti mosquito infected with dengue, have been confirmed as having contracted the virus.
The price of a hotel room in Madeira easily rivals some of the wealthiest countries in the world, yet many workers still receive the Madeiran minimum wage. Join the protest on February 25th and show your support in their fight for justice!
Non-property owners in Madeira have faced a significant decline in purchasing power over the past few years. Here's why!
A gentle reminder that many essential workers do not receive tips or bonuses from tourists and rely solely on their wages. This is their compensation for a months work.
Authorities were surprised to confirm the presence of the dengue virus in an Aedes Aegypti mosquito captured in Funchal. The finding was made during routine monitoring. No human infections have been reported.
Immigrant workers are increasingly vital to Portugal’s economy, now contributing over 12% to social security revenues. Their role in filling labor shortages continues to expand.
In the past year, Portugal saw a 4.3% rise in hourse prices, with Madeira experiencing a significant 10.4% surge. Porto Santo was even the region with the highest growth across all of Portugal.
Madeira's growing rental prices have started causing concern among digital nomads. The new cost of housing is forcing some to seek alternative destinations.
Bloom, a powerful psychoactive drug that is readily available, is tightening its grip on Madeira, leading to a disturbing rise in violent behavior and putting both residents and authorities on high alert.
In the 1940s, thousands of Madeirans left their homeland for Curaçao, drawn by the promise of stable jobs in the booming oil industry. This migration reshaped lives, forging new communities in the Caribbean.
