Madeira Tourism News
What to do in Madrid and Barcelona in spring/summer 2022
The long sunny days are coming, and with them hundreds of ideas for enjoying the city over the next few months Why not take a break in either of these fascinating cities and enjoy them to the hilt. Exhibitions, concerts, new spaces and guided tours are all waiting for you… Rediscover the pleasure of outdoor life again.
Madeira enlarges Savage Islands marine sanctuary
The government of Madeira has announced that the marine reserve around the Savage Islands (Ilhas Selvagens) will be extended to 12 nautical miles.
Breaking Travel News interview: Eduardo Jesus, president, Madeira Tourism Board
Madeira Tourism Board has been honoured with the title of Europe’s Leading Island Destination at the World Travel Awards. Here Breaking Travel News speaks to Madeira Promotion Bureau president and regional secretary of tourism and culture, Eduardo Jesus, to find out how it feels to have been recognised by voters from around the globe
Nuno Vale, executive director, Madeira Promotion Bureau
Considered one of the safest tourism destinations in the world following the Covid-19 pandemic, Nuno Vale, executive director of the Madeira Promotion Bureau, tells Breaking Travel News how the islands plan to leverage their success as the market continues to reopen in 2022.
Jet2 boosts capacity to Madeira and Malta
With both islands on the green list, meaning quarantine-free travel, the leisure airline and tour operator has seen customers flocking to book flights and holidays.
Madeira launches new tourism campaign in London
Madeira Promotion Bureau has launched an eight-week London taxi campaign as tourism to the islands reopens. The work comes alongside partners Ubiqtaxis and British Airways.
Madeira welcomes UK green list inclusion
Madeira has welcomed its addition to the safe travel list, calling the decision “mutually beneficial” to both the UK and local travel industry. The Covid-19 situation in Madeira is under control, officials said.
Balearic Islands lead green list additions for UK travellers
The Balearic Islands, Malta, the Portuguese archipelago of Madeira and Barbados are among the places added to the green list for travellers from the UK.
New tourism campaign lures guests to Madeira
The campaign reinforces the feeling of belonging and shows the diversity that exists in this region, which offers experiences, landscapes, culture, gastronomy and memories for an unparalleled trip.
Madeira rejects amber list designation
Madeira deserves to stay on the UK green list and should not be categorised with the rest of mainland Europe, according to local officials. The archipelago is 1,077 kilometres away in the Atlantic.
Madeira offers free Covid-19 tests to tourists
Since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic, the Portuguese archipelago of Madeira has been considered one of the safest destinations in Europe by international observers.