Dengue “not compatible” with Madeira.
An unusually short blog, but for once good news – so can’t wait to share it! Very important news for an island that depends almost exclusively on tourism for its … Read more
Month: August 2014
Ash cloud on horizon? 3 sailors rescued. Ferry petition. Caniço food festival. More hot weather.
A repeat of the disruption to air travel in 2010 is becoming more of a possibility as seismic activity is reported to be increasing again in Iceland. The BBC report … Read more
Tour bus bust-up. Portugal deflation. 8 hotels insolvent.
The Diario is reporting an ugly bust-up between the drivers of a tourist bus and an off-road jeep after one blocked access to the popular Pico do Facho viewpoint above … Read more
Hammerhead Sharks. Madeira in 24 hours. Ronaldo. Tourist numbers increase.
The Diario reports that at least two hammerhead sharks were sighted today (Wednesday) in the Poças do Gomes/Docas do Cavacas bathing complex at Ponta da Cruz. According to Carlos Jardim, … Read more
TAP pilots strike. Hotel wage protest. Lido road-works. Taxi driver demonstrations.
A 24 hour strike by TAP pilots is taking place today. The Civil Aviation Pilots’ Union, which represents the company’s almost 900 pilots, says work conditions have slipped ahead of … Read more
Golden Gate in trouble. Saudade Madeira cafe. Paraglider accident. Madeira Wine Rally.
Café insolvencies
Café insolvenciesThe Diario reports that the landmark Golden Gate (or “Grand Cafe”) may have its days numbered, at least in its current form. The future will depend on the … Read more