Madeira elected the best island destination in the world

Madeira won tonight the award for the best island destination in the World, at the World Travel Awards, an event that is taking place at the Savoy Palace. Reacting to the achievement, Miguel Albuquerque says that this is an award that distinguishes a collective effort, of tourism professionals, of the sector’s agents. “What we have […]

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Pico Ruivo is being used as a dumping ground by tourists, according to guides

Pico Ruivo, the highest peak in Madeira and a popular hiking destination, is being turned into a dumping ground for objects left by tourists and hikers. A photo shows the site littered with padlocks, towels, cutlery, masks, and other belongings. This raises concerns about the environmental impact and the degradation of this natural space, located […]

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Madeira Introduces Hiking Fees

To help preserve Madeira’s stunning natural trails, a new hiking fee system is being introduced for non-resident hikers. Starting October 28, 2024, fees will apply to seven of the island’s most popular trails. From January 1, 2025, all PR (recommended routes) trails will require a fee. This initiative aims to: These fees are part of […]

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Tourists jump barrier to take pictures in Faial

Several tourists disregarded the signage placed in Faial and jumped the barrier to take good photographs at the Miradouro do Guindaste. This incident, which occurred last Friday, was criticized by some Madeirans, who lament the fact that foreigners put their lives in danger, as well as the lives of those who will save them in […]

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