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Keith's Ramblings

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For Wordless Wednesday and bloghops various.

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Eleven adventurers and I were based in the capital of Madeira, Funchal. Let’s start by taking a walk around!

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We were treated to afternoon tea at Reid’s Hotel, a five star establishment once frequented by Winston Churchill!

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It has a lovely garden!

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Meanwhile back in town…

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We had a wine tasting at Blandy’s 

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Oh look, another church!

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No visit to Funchal would be complete without a trip downhill on a street toboggan – up to 28mph with no brakes!

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Hold tight!

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Phew, we made it!

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That’s it for now – next week we’ll be heading into the wild , be sure to wear your walking boots!

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36 thoughts on “Pics!”

  1. Sandee's avatar Sandee Jul 1, 2025 / 16:37

    What a cool adventure. I ate the food and had a couple of pints. You do the coolest adventures.

    Thank you for hosting the Wordless Wednesday Blog Hop.

    Have a fabulous Wordless Wednesday and rest of the week, Keith. 🙂

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  2. Dale's avatar Dale Jul 1, 2025 / 16:57

    As is expected of you…. fabulous and wonderful and beautiful pictures, Keith.

    Do you join in on travel groups?

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    • Keith's Ramblings's avatar Keith's Ramblings Jul 2, 2025 / 15:35

      Thanks for your kind words, Dale.

      Yes, I love travelling as part of a group and have done for many years!

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      • Dale's avatar Dale Jul 2, 2025 / 15:43

        I think I have to look into this type of travelling. As long as it’s not 12 countries in 9 days 😉
        You seem to choose wonderful ones,

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  3. Nancy's Notes 🖊️🎶's avatar Nancy's Notes 🖊️🎶 Jul 1, 2025 / 17:57

    Fantastic! What a beautiful place and the colors are outstanding! Those “sled taxis” are intriguing; never seen anything like that.

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    • Keith's Ramblings's avatar Keith's Ramblings Jul 2, 2025 / 15:40

      I’ve never seen so much colour! I saw the toboggans on a TV programme just before my visit and couldn’t wait to have a go!

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  4. carol mck's avatar carol mckenna Jul 2, 2025 / 01:26

    Wow! Gorgeous photography~. we just had St Peter’s Fiesta ~ in MA ~ you certainly had a great time ~ thanks,

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    • Keith's Ramblings's avatar Keith's Ramblings Jul 2, 2025 / 16:01

      I sure did, thanks Carol.

      I Googled St Peter’s Fiesta – it’s quite an event! I had no idea he was the patron saint of fishermen!

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  7. Lydia C. Lee's avatar Lydia C. Lee Jul 2, 2025 / 07:08

    Those toboggans are so fun (looking). I’d love to do that!

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  9. My GBGV Life's avatar My GBGV Life Jul 2, 2025 / 11:15

    It looks like such a fun place with all the art, bright colors and activities. The architecture is interesting as well.

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    • Keith's Ramblings's avatar Keith's Ramblings Jul 2, 2025 / 16:54

      There were painted doors everywhere I looked. It photographed lots of them of them and I’m saving the up for a post to come!

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  11. CatSynth's avatar CatSynth Jul 2, 2025 / 16:34

    So that’s where you’ve been off to 😺

    Looks so festive and bright. The landscape, the architecture, the bustling streets…

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  12. Heidrun ⛱'s avatar Heidrun ⛱ Jul 2, 2025 / 18:43

    Madeira seems a little paradise, I believe. It’s a dream, reading about with this Impressions.

    Have a wonderful week again.

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  14. Shiju Sugunan's avatar Shiju Sugunan Jul 3, 2025 / 08:04

    Funchal absolutely leaped off the screen through your photos! I really enjoyed the visual tour!

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  15. clickr62's avatar clickr62 Jul 4, 2025 / 12:07

    Stunning photos as always, Keith! Those colors are absolutely popping! And those sled taxis are so cool and unique, I’d love to see them in person.

    Have a great weekend!

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  16. Roentare's avatar Roentare Jul 5, 2025 / 08:41

    Original streetscape in Europe. What a journey

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  17. Crystal Collier's avatar Crystal Collier Jul 7, 2025 / 15:40

    Amazing! We went on a European vacation a few years back, and whew! It wouldn’t take much to get me back there. (Other than cold, hard cash. LOL.) I enjoyed sampling your adventure.

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  19. hilarymb's avatar hilarymb Jul 24, 2025 / 11:09

    Hi Keith – typical Churchill place – but must have been a great visit. Looks an amazing place to visit – cheers Hilary

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