Our first cloudy, rainy day.  We have to pick up our other daughter and boyfriend today at the airport, so the plan is to make our way slowly back to the airport sightseeing along the way. First stop is Camara de Lobos – named for the sea lions that are found here in abundance. It… Continue reading Camara de Lobos & Machico

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