Building Madeira's Future

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May 22, 2026

68 dogs, 100 cats, and a shelter doing everything it can - our visit to CRO Santa Cruz

Visit inside Santa Cruz CRO Shelter in Madeira, where over 68 dogs and 100 cats are waiting for care, walks, attention, and loving homes. Discover the reality of shelter life, the importance of volunteering, and how community support can make a life-changing difference for rescued animals in Madeira.

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May 21, 2026

Inside Madeira’s Radar Station at Pico do Areeiro: A rare look behind one of the Island’s most important locations

A rare behind-the-scenes visit inside Madeira’s Radar Station at Pico do Areeiro, operated by the Portuguese Air Force. Discover the strategic importance of Madeira in the Atlantic, the role of the radar station in airspace monitoring and search and rescue operations, and why experiences like these help connect our community more deeply with the island.

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May 19, 2026

Inside Madeira’s darkroom: why experiences like this matter for community

Discover our Darkroom Photography Experience at Museu de Fotografia da Madeira, where the Madeira Friends community explored analogue photography, film development, and the oldest photography studio in Portugal.

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May 18, 2026

A Visit to the Funchal Public Kennel: The reality, the love, and the people behind It

Visit to the Funchal Public Kennel in Madeira, a behind-the-scenes look at the incredible work done by staff and volunteers caring for more than 200 rescued animals. Discover how volunteering, dog walking, and community support are helping give these dogs and cats a second chance.

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May 13, 2026

How Much Does It Cost to Live in Madeira as a Remote Worker in 2026?

How much does it cost to live in Madeira as a remote worker in 2026? Real monthly budgets, rent prices, coworking, food, transportation, hidden costs and insider tips from the Madeira Friends community.

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May 13, 2026

Madeira vs Other Digital Nomad Hubs: Is Madeira Still Worth It in 2026?

Madeira vs Bali, Lisbon, Canary Islands and Thailand for digital nomads in 2026. Honest comparison of costs, lifestyle, community, weather, coworking and quality of life for remote workers.

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May 6, 2026

Madeira Friends: The Community That Makes It All Work

Discover how Madeira Friends is transforming Madeira into a global hub for digital nomads—connecting locals and remote workers through events, experiences, and meaningful community.

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May 6, 2026

Madeira: The Island That Reinvented Remote Work

Discover why Madeira is one of the world’s top destinations for digital nomads and remote workers—featuring the Digital Nomad Village and Madeira Friends.

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May 5, 2026

Casa do Pico Coliving — Fully Booked, Fully Alive

We’re fully booked for May. Here’s what’s happening inside Casa do Pico coliving in Madeira, what guests are saying, and why June bookings are filling fast.

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