Walking in the hotel gardens

It takes a lot of effort to keep a garden in good condition, and I was particularly impressed by the gardens around our hotel.  They are well-kept, and well-integrated into the general landscaping of the place.  Judging by the number of chairs spread around, I think it would be a lot more crowded in the hight season, perhaps a bit less peaceful to stroll around.

So before we say farewell to Madeira, let's just note that there's a lot more to see.  We didn't see any of the North coast, nor did we walk along any of the little irrigation canals that carry water from the North to the South.  There are more cable cars that offer great views, and plenty of other restaurants to try.  There are good surfing locations too, for warmer weather.  There are guide books to the trails and paths of various degrees of difficulty that lead to places of interest and viewpoints up in the mountains.  Plenty to come back for.