Author: Kim

Sao Vicente across the island at the North side meant driving through the middle of the mountains, but as we discovered once again, there are tunnels which make the drive quick and easy.   It must have been very expensive and quite the feat to tunnel all that roadway. Once we arrived at the North side,… Continue reading Sao Vicente

At the eastern side of the island Ponta Sao Lourenco is a gem of a hike for anyone. It is 8 km. round trip.  The view just from the parking lot is amazing.   A warm sunny day again, perfect for a hike. We thought there wouldn’t be very many people in April, but when we… Continue reading Sao Lourenco

A dip in the pool, watching the sunset, BBQ dinner on European time (9:00pm), and a couple nightcaps.  What a great first day in Madeira.  Tinto (the cat) came back again when we started the BBQ. Woke this morning to an already warm and sunny day.  We are going to check out Ponta da Pargo… Continue reading Ponta da Pargo