A sunny 23 degrees C in November cannot be bad, so we enjoyed their famous custard tarts with coffee and explored the town. The flower sellers in their national dress were not in their usual spot as the road was being got ready for a Christmas Market. We did, however, see them in the main market, surrounded by numerous fruit stalls selling figs and dates. ...
Our excursion to Monte Palace even in the rain was fantastic. One day in Madeira was not enough. We're taking a second Transatlantic as far as Madeira and spending two weeks there in May 2023. ...
Lovely city and the complete opposite of Casablanca. We did the toboggan ride which was excellent on an MSC excursion, great fun and if you are fit and able, is a must. ...
Went on a 4x4 off road adventure tour, excellent, driver was fun and knowledgeable. The off road part was not very long, but it was an experience to go up the narrow steep road as well.
Nice amount of time at stops, did not feel rushed. Would recommend great day
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Took a local taxi to cliff top and then Monte top station, friendly local driver. Far quicker than queuing for cable car ascent. Tropical gardens pleasant experience with reasonable entry free and cafe prices. Took Gondola down, no queues. ...
Would have enjoyed a longer stay in Funchal. Great walking around on land first time in a week since we left Fort Lauderdale. Weather was nice. Locals were friendly and shopping at the nearby shopping mall had a great book store. The library was taken out of Sky Princess because of Covid we were told by Princess at guest services. We walked right off the ship and enjoyed it so much. ...
