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Wednesday 27th April 2022
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With only a short distance
to sail from Funchal to Porto Santo, we spent much of last
night sailing as slowly as possible. The view which greeted
us in the morning was a complete contrast from yesterday. |
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We decided not to go
on the longish coach excursion this morning. Although it
sounded interesting, we just needed some time by ourselves.
The walk (3km each way) from the port to the main town,
Vila Baleira, proved to be just what we wanted (and needed!). |
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We were
intrigued by the installation near the port and what it was there
for. |
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The contents
of the vertical pipes were in constant motion. Fascinating. |
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The walk
from the port into the town was lovely and quiet. |
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Vila
Baleira |
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We chose this pleasant
looking cafe to stop and have coffee. The "Queijadas
da Madeira" (a cheesecake made with cottage cheese)
seemed to be a popular choice here, so we decided to try
some too. It was delicious and Geoff has found a recipe
for it, to try at home. |
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We were pleasantly surprised when we got
the bill. Around €4, which is well below what we
might have paid almost anywhere else in the Europe.
We then popped into the local supermarket
where the low-price theme continued, so we bought a few
things.
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The own-brand red wine
looked like value for money... but no, we didn't. |
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After
a happy couple of hours mooching, we walked back to the ship. |
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The harbour,
with our ship on the right and the Porto Santo-Madeira ferry in
the centre.
(Picture "borrowed" from Neil, because we didn't go on
the tour!) |
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We arrived
back on board before the rest of the passengers.
Time to enjoy a refreshing "Saint Clements" cocktail before
lunch. |
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After lunch, and with
everybody back on board, it was time to sail once again.
Next stop Lisbon, 492 nautical miles away. |
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An example
of what is on offer for afternoon tea. Not to be missed! |
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A thoroughly enjoyable day. The dinner invitation
was the cherry on top!
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