Ponta do Sol Announces Estrada dos Anjos Project
Ponta do Sol intends to partially cover Estrada dos Anjos, following the Tabua-Ribeira Brava model, to ensure safety while preserving the landscape.
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With a resident population of around 257,000, Madeira welcomes over 2 million tourists annually, accounting for more than 10 million overnight stays. Stay informed about the island's tourism scene with the latest news!
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Funchal Port Invests Nearly 5 Million Euros for Larger Cruise Ships
APRAM will invest close to 5 million euros in Funchal port, with new mooring bollards, water and sewage works and twice the border control booths.
Azores Airlines Offers Madeira-Azores Return Flights From 79 Euros
Azores Airlines sells return tickets between Funchal, Ponta Delgada and Terceira from 79 euros. The offer runs until 5 November.
Porto Santo Doubles Tourist Tax to €4.00 Per Day
Porto Santo municipal council approves increase of tourist tax from two to four euros per overnight stay to fund tourism-related investments.
Porto do Funchal Named World's Best Cruise Terminal for Sustainability
Porto do Funchal shows sustainability excellence by winning World Cruise Award for 2026.
DW Video Covers Tourism Pressures in Madeira
A DW Travel video explores Madeira’s record visitor numbers and growing pressure on popular tourist hotspots. The report includes an interview with regional secretary Eduardo Jesus discussing tourism management on the island.
5,500 People Checked on Madeira Hiking Trails Since April
Madeira authorities inspected 5,500 hiking trail users since April, detecting 43 unpaid access fees and less than a dozen illegal entries on closed routes.
Government Warns of Possible Flight Cuts to Madeira
As Iran sends threats and obstructs the Strait of Hormuz, warnings over rising energy costs and a possible reduction in flights to Madeira are causing growing concern within the regional government.
Carreiros do Monte Raise Prices for Monte Toboggan Rides
Carreiros do Monte have increased prices for their traditional toboggan rides, citing rising operational costs.
Should Madeira Spread Tourism Beyond Crowded Hotspots?
Sustainability consultant Paulo Brehm warns Madeira must rethink tourism, guiding visitors to less-crowded areas, involving residents, and considering a single regional tax.
Madeira Airports See 17.4% Rise in International Traffic in 2025
Airports in Madeira continue to grow, handling nearly 5.7 million passengers in 2025, an increase of 11.8% compared with 2024. International traffic increased by 17.4%.
