Date: 5/23/2024 Day 139 Port: FUNCHAL (MADEIRA), PORTUGAL
Description: Madeira is described as the “Island
of Eternal Spring.” Entirely volcanic in origin, the soil combines with the
mild climate to produce an abundance of green as well as multicolored
vegetation. The rugged landscape, scenic fishing villages, magnificent vistas
and ideal climate bring the island fame as a year-round resort. Before leaving
this panoramic Atlantic isle, be sure to sample a glass of the famous Madeira
wine.
Today's Notes: This is a return visit for us as we were here 5 days ago. We turned in our excursion tickets and instead took the first shuttle bus into town. We were the only ones on the bus and arrived early in the central town square. The only folks out were early morning walker's and joggers. We really enjoyed just walking along the water front down towards the old Fort of São Tiago (Portuguese: Fortaleza de São Tiago). Stores and restaurant's were gradually beginning to open. The couple of street side cafes we tried where only offering coffee or tea and rolls. Full breakfast's were not available until 10 AM. We found a McDonalds and had a breakfast sandwich there. We just enjoyed walking the streets popping into a few shops unhurried not having to keep a time schedule as with excursions. We found a fabric store and Cathy was able to purchase the facing she needed for her needle point projects. She was really happy about finding this store as we have been looking for many days and ports.
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Walk along the water front towards the Fort of São Tiago
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