TransportationDrivers in Portugal Face Rising Crashes Despite Falling Death Toll
By mid-Nov 2025, Portugal recorded 125,621 road crashes while fatalities fell to 379. Learn what drives this trend, what new laws apply and how to stay safe.
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Environment · TransportationMadeira Lengthens Storm Warning, Forcing Ferry & Cruise Cancellations
Madeira’s storm alert now runs until 18:00 Saturday; 4-m swells and 90-km/h gusts have halted ferries and cruises. Recheck bookings and avoid cliffs for now.
Transportation · EconomyRecord 57 Million Passengers Strain Portugal’s Airports as UK Travel Leads the Surge
Lisbon, Porto and Faro airports moved 57 million passengers by September 2024, straining capacity. UK demand and planned Alcochete airport may reshape travel.
Transportation · TourismPortugal Orders Ryanair to Accept Printed Boarding Passes
Flying Ryanair from Lisbon, Porto or Faro? Portugal’s regulator confirms printed boarding passes are valid and staff must reprint them for free if your phone dies.
Transportation · EnvironmentGale Peels Roof from Lisbon’s Santa Apolónia, Yet Trains Keep Rolling
Storm Cláudia shears the roof from Lisbon’s Santa Apolónia; trains run on schedule, but the east car park stays closed—check detour updates before you travel.
Transportation · EnvironmentAtlantic Swells Ground Madeira–Porto Santo Ferry; Friday Rebookings Offered
Atlantic swells cancel the Madeira–Porto Santo ferry this Thursday. Check Friday sailing times, rebooking contacts, plus weekend weather forecast for Portugal.
Transportation · EnvironmentLisbon Buses Smash Ridership Records as Routes Expand and Fares Stay Frozen
Carris Metropolitana hits record ridership as Lisbon, Portugal, expands routes, adds electric buses and keeps fares frozen through 2025—good news for commuters.
Transportation · EconomyPortugal Blocks Ryanair's Digital-Only Check-In, Keeps Paper Passes Free
ANAC blocks Ryanair’s digital-only check-in; free printed passes assured at Lisbon, Porto and Faro airports—request one at the counter if your phone dies.
Transportation · TechOrder Your Navegante From Home as Lisbon Freezes Fares for 2025
Order your Lisbon Navegante card online—get it in 3-5 days, skip queues. Youth up to 23 ride free, fares stay frozen through 2025; guide inside—learn more.