madeira is a big nasty sharp rock

really pointy, really tall...

if you want to travel around the island a lot of distance it's very expensive, because it's got a lot of ups and downs

but if you are cool with staying in one place and learning and getting fit to walk these crazy slopes, it's brilliant

the weather is pretty nice too... i mean, in the south it's like perfect, but in the north, in winter it gets pretty cold and the wind goes fuckin nuts, it's awesome, i love it, but it's an acquired taste, you will find it strange at first... but that season is coming to an end

the doves are back after their winter break, i think soon the heavy storms will start to slow down, and the temps will get to where i can keep my windows open even if i keep the shutters closed

idk, it's a really foreign experience, but beautiful and strange

and the rural people are really hard, and strong, and loud... the ones in the south are loud too but they are actually quieter here in the north, and more loyal and more chill

it's up to you what you want to try but i recommend finding a spot in the north, in an apartment or flat with a proper fireplace to grill your espetada, and learn about cabra and talho and wine and aguardente (not recommended)