Viking Polaris Docks in Funchal Harbour

In Search of Hope – by Sam Gannon

Seconded to the parish of Tililngdon, the Reverend Dolores has been presented with a challenge.

She’s living in an antiquated house and she’s cold. Furthermore, her new Bishop, Bishop Alice does not approve of ‘showgirls in dog collars.’

Determined to prove the Bishop wrong, she sets about warming her house – who cares if it smells of horse! There is the crochet club, jumble sale, and soup run to organise. And this year, the church bells will ring, no matter what threats are made. Even more so, the newly formed choir will spread a little joy this Christmas, even though they can’t sing – yet! And with a little help from Phil, her bassist, this year could be full of magic.

However, she has a fight on her hands as the townies out in Knob Hill – she must stop calling it that, are trying to stop her from ringing her bells. When Krystal with a K decides to do some volunteer work, Dolores sets out to see just how committed she really is.

Up to her ears in granny squares and squawking choristers, Dolores is revving up for Christmas, yet a deeper darker secret is beginning to emerge!

A secret that could blow the whole parish apart and put Dolores in danger.

(available from Amazon)

The Chairman of the Board of Directors, Paula Cabaço, together with other public entities, welcomed the commander of the Viking Polaris, Olivier Marien to Funchal harbour today.

Constructed in the Netherlands, and on its maiden voyage, the ship arrived in Funchal harbour late morning, and after an 8-hour stopover set sail at 20:00 for Mindelo, Cape Verde. From there, the liner will sail to Ushuaia, and Patagonia Argentina, which is also known as the “land at the end of the world.”

Currently, there are a total of 146 passengers on board.

For more information about the ship, amenities, and virtual tour, please visit www.vikingcruises.com/expeditions/ships/viking-polaris.html

Samantha Gannon

info at madeira-weekly/com

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