Good morning all, the sun is just rising here in Madeira, looks like it will be another glorious sunshine day. It's my Birthday today, seems from this thread, that it is a popular day for Birthdays! We are off to try a Levada walk this morning, hope it's not too hot. Yesterday we got the cable car up to the top of Funchal, amazing views. We decided to come back down the traditional way - on a wicker sleigh, that is steered by two 'drivers' in white uniforms; well, it looked innocent enough, but it was blummin' terrifying! We set off down this really steep road (that has been polished to a hard shine by all the previous sleighs) and very quickly reached unbelievable speed, veering from side to side, nearly crashing into the walls on each side of the road. The only means of braking was the men using their rather thick soled shoes! I was petrified and very relieved when after 2k we finally arrived at our destination - never again, I'd rather take the cable car back next time!
Hope everyone has a lovely day, take care.