Tourism

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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Humpback Whale Show At The Coast Of Calheta

Humpback Whale Show At The Coast Of Calheta

Lucky whale-watching tourists stand in awe, watching the maritime mammal pull off a show.

Marathon Travel: 60-Hour Trip from Manchester to Madeira

Marathon Travel: 60-Hour Trip from Manchester to Madeira

Hats off to both the crew and passengers for navigating through what was undoubtedly a challenging and stressful ordeal.

Funchal - Porto Santo Ferry Back in Service

Funchal - Porto Santo Ferry Back in Service

Instead of taking the plane, passengers can again travel by ship to and from Porto Santo.

Over 13,500 Cruise Ship Passengers Visited Funchal Today

Over 13,500 Cruise Ship Passengers Visited Funchal Today

Today, Funchal once again hosted an impressive number of over 13,500 passengers from three different cruise ships.

Will Funchal Marina Hold Its September 2024 Deadline?

Will Funchal Marina Hold Its September 2024 Deadline?

Funchal Marina is making progress, but will September 2024 hold as the deadline?

Increase in Traffic Highlights Urgent Need for Improved Public Transit

Increase in Traffic Highlights Urgent Need for Improved Public Transit

Madeira needs to find a solution to the continued increase in traffic congestion.

Madeira Has One of The Best Hotels in The World

Madeira Has One of The Best Hotels in The World

Far from the luxurious escapes of Funchal, there's a hotel that outshines them all!

Funchal Meets the Most Efficient Cruise Ship In The World, But it Isn't Eco-Friendly

Funchal Meets the Most Efficient Cruise Ship In The World, But it Isn't Eco-Friendly

MSC Euribia is headed for Funchal and is making news about being particularly energy-efficient, but that doesn't make it eco-friendly.

Madeira Airport: Please Smile, Mandatory Face Recognition Applies

Madeira Airport: Please Smile, Mandatory Face Recognition Applies

Mandatory face recognition will soon apply at Madeira Airport. A biometric app speaks of an experience, but for who?

TAP AIR Portugal’s Growth Accelerates With EU Assistance

TAP AIR Portugal’s Growth Accelerates With EU Assistance

TAP Air Portugal had a successful year, also thanks to the aid of the EU and its restructuring plan.

Tourist Tax is Coming: What You Need to Know

Tourist Tax is Coming: What You Need to Know

Starting in the summer of 2024, a tourist tax will be implemented, affecting both tourists and residents.