Madeira’s cruise tourism is on the rise, with overnight stopovers at Funchal and Porto Santo ports jumping 39% during the 2024/25 season. Calls increased from 61 to 85, boosting passenger arrivals by 28% to nearly 135,000. Longer stays are fueling €61.4 million in economic benefits, allowing visitors more time to explore the island’s culture, nature, and cuisine. Madeira is cementing its role as a prime European cruise destination.