The runway on stilts.

We landed around half past one. As we made the final 180 degree turn the turbulence was quite choppy and I wondered out loud if the pilot would have to go again, but in the final drop the wind calmed and the landing was smooth.


A brief stroll into the terminal building.


What is this animal?




My EU passport allows me to relax by the pool 30 minutes earlier than the other passengers. Oh wait

Bags arrived quickly and we made our way outside to the Aerobus. It's €6.40 and stops in town and then drives down around all the hotels. Does take 45 minutes however.


Above Funchal.


Porto Mare.


Twins and doubles are the same, the porter shoved one bed to the side and shrugged.


Little paddling pool for my little brother.


We had a swim and now needed refreshments. Have spotted signs that there is happy hour in the Ocean bar, so we're off to investigate.