CHRISTMAS & New Year s DECEMBER ENTERTAINMENT AND DINING PROGRAMME 18 Monday Suggestion: why not familiarise yourself with your surroundings on an open-top bus tour of Funchal 11.30am Health and exercise come together with our aqua-gym sessions in the main Pool A delicious buffet lunch is served at the Pool Terrace 2.30pm Pirates and sailors alike can cruise on board the Santa Maria a magnificent replica of Columbus 15th-century galleon 3.00pm 5.30pm Prepare for the evening s entertainment and rehearse your steps with our dance teacher in Salon 28 Grand traditional music meets fine dining for our Dinner Dance in the Dining Room, with a performance from the excellent Adler Band. 70 Euro per person, beverages not included. Jacket required.
19 Tuesday 9.00am Relax Practice pilates and find your inner calm Discover the treasures of Funchal s old town in a Piaggio Ape Calessino Tukxi Indulge in a delicious buffet lunch at the Pool Terrace 1.00pm See dolphins at close range from a RIB boat on a thrilling ride with Rota dos Cetáceos 6.00pm Enjoy liquid gold in a glass at our Madeira wine tasting in Salon 28 Set off on a whirlwind tour of fairyland Funchal by Tukxi. See the Christmas lights on this Belmond Reid s Palace exclusive 20 Wednesday Discover the treasures of Funchal old town, including the farmers market, cathedral, Bordal (embroidery) and Madeira Wine 11.30am Health and exercise come together with our aqua-gym sessions in the main Pool Lunch is served, buffet-style, at the Pool Terrace 3.30pm Take a guided tour of our own gorgeous gardens and unearth their horticultural highlights 5.00pm Set sail on our evening cruise aboard the beautiful Gavião yacht and enjoy breathtaking views of Funchal Bay Dine at William Restaurant with spectacular ocean vistas 21 Thursday 9.30am Discover the island s beauty and diversity on a tour of the eastern mountains and plains, from St Lawrence Point to Santana Take your seat at the Pool Terrace for a delicious buffet lunch 2.30pm Enjoy the Madeira film experience, an easy way to discover the island s history and its connections with the world Embrace the magic of Christmas on a guided night tour around Funchal
22 Friday 9.00am Relax Practice pilates and find your inner calm 9.30am Be dazzled by the profuse greens and blues of the landscape on a guided tour of Porto Moniz Take your seat at the Pool Terrace for a delicious buffet lunch 23 Saturday Embark on a rugged road trip by Jeep to admire the breathtaking scenery of volcanic mountains and vineyards in the west 11.30am Health and exercise come together with our aqua-gym sessions in the main Pool A delicious buffet lunch is served at the Pool Terrace 24 Sunday Start the day with a nature walk in the heart of Madeira s forest. Breathe in the fresh crisp air while following the water channels Sit down to a tasty buffet lunch at the Pool Terrace 3.30pm to 5.30pm Our famous Afternoon Tea is given a festive twist with carols from a local children s choir in the Cocktail Bar at 4.00pm 5.00pm Take a guided tour of our own gorgeous gardens and unearth their horticultural highlights 7.00pm The seasonal fun continues at the General Manager cocktail party and Christmas Carols 7.00pm Celebrate in style at our sumptuous Christmas Eve Gala Dinner in the great atmosphere of The Dining Room with live music from a classical quartet. 110 Euro per person, including champagne during dinner. Dark Suit required. 12.00am Welcome in Christmas Day with local Bolo de Mel (treacle cake) and a glass of fragrant Madeira wine at the Cocktail Bar
25 Monday 11.00am Children gather with anticipation in the Tea Lounge as Santa Claus arrives to distribute Christmas stockings and presents A special poolside lunch is enhanced by a classical trio playing Viennese tunes. 50 Euro per person. 7.00pm A fabulous Christmas Day Gala Dinner is hosted in The Dining Room with music from a classical quartet. 5-course set menu, 170 Euro per person. Selected wines included. Dark Suit required. 26 Tuesday Suggestion: why not familiarise yourself with your surroundings on an open-top bus tour of Funchal Indulge in a delicious buffet lunch at the Pool Terrace 1.00pm See dolphins at close range from a RIB boat on a thrilling ride with Rota dos Cetáceos Embrace the magic of Christmas on a guided night tour around Funchal 27 Wednesday Discover the treasures of Funchal old town, including the farmers market, cathedral, Bordal (embroidery) and Madeira Wine 11.30am Health and exercise come together with our aqua-gym sessions in the main Pool Lunch is served, buffet-style, at the Pool Terrace 3.30pm Take a guided tour of our own gorgeous gardens and unearth their horticultural highlights Set off on a whirlwind tour of fairyland Funchal by Tukxi. See the Christmas lights on this exclusive Belmond Reid s Palace excursion
AFTERNOON TEA A TIMELESS AFFAIR Choose from delicate finger sandwiches, freshly baked scones and homemade pastries, all accompanied by your choice from a selection of 24 teas or an indulgent glass of champagne. This elegant afternoon tradition is something Belmond Reid s Palace is proud to continue.
28 Thursday 9.30am Discover the island s beauty and diversity on a tour of the eastern mountains and plains, from St Lawrence Point to Santana Take your seat at the Pool Terrace for a delicious buffet lunch 2.30pm Enjoy the Madeira film experience, an easy way to discover the island s history and its connections with the world 6.00pm Opening Cocktail of Anton Molnar Exhibition and unveiling of the painting Travelling by Reid s at Cocktail Bar 29 Friday 9.00am Relax Practice pilates and find your inner calm A must for plant-lovers is this tour of Blandy s Garden and the public Botanical Gardens Take your seat at the Pool Terrace for a delicious buffet lunch Set off on a whirlwind tour of fairyland Funchal by Tukxi. See the Christmas lights on this exclusive Belmond Reid s Palace excursion 30 Saturday Embark on a rugged road trip by Jeep to admire the breathtaking scenery of volcanic mountains and vineyards in the west 11.30am Health and exercise come together with our aqua-gym sessions in the main Pool A buffet lunch is served at the Pool Terrace 7.00pm Join the General Manager s end-of-year cocktail party. Afterwards enjoy a fabulous Champagne Gala Buffet in The Dining Room, with delightful music by the Adler Quartet. 110 Euro per person, champagne included at your discretion. Jacket and Tie required. Dine at the William Restaurant, enjoying a special set menu with spectacular ocean views. 110 Euro per person, beverages not included.
Anton Molnar Painting Exhibition FROM 29TH DECEMBER ONWARD, 11AM TO 6.00PM At Garden Room, by appointment. Explore the fascinating works of Budapest-born painter Anton Molnar, who spent part of his childhood in Africa before graduating from the Hungarian Academy of Fine Arts. Molnar blends traditional techniques and compositions with a contemporary, often humorous edge to create eyecatching still lifes and portraits.
31 Sunday Start the day with a nature walk in the heart of Madeira s forest. Breathe in fresh, crisp air while following the famous levada water channels A delicious buffet lunch is served at the Pool Terrace or in the Lounge 3.30pm Take a guided tour of our own gorgeous gardens and unearth their horticultural highlights Celebrate the New Year s Eve in style by choosing one of our Gala Dinner options: Savour our Chef s fantastic menu at a Gala Dinner in the elegant Dining Room. Enjoy music from a violin duo and dance to the fabulous Swing Feel Band. 6-course set menu. 290 Euro per person, including selected wines. Black Tie or Dark Suit required. Attend a Gala Dinner at William Restaurant, with live entertainment in a spectacular ocean-view setting. 6-course set menu. 290 Euro per person, including selected wines. Black Tie or Dark Suit required. Enjoy a Gala Dinner at our cosy and relaxed Ristorante Villa Cipriani. 6-course set menu. 190 Euro per person, beverages not included. Jacket and Tie required. 12.00am Welcome 2018 by enjoying one of the biggest fireworks displays in the world, followed by the music of Swing Feel Band at Cocktail Bar 1.30am Do as the locals do and indulge in canja -traditional Madeira soupand chicken sandwiches, served in the Bar, Tea Lounge and Terrace WELCOME 2018 BY ENJOYING ONE OF THE BIGGEST FIREWKS DISPLAYS IN THE WLD
2 Tuesday JANUARY 1 Monday 7.30am to 11.30am Start the New Year in sparkling style with a Champagne Breakfast in the Pool Terrace The celebrations continue with a delicious poolside buffet lunch and Viennese tunes played by a classical trio. 50 Euro per person, beverages not included. 6.00pm Keep spirits soaring on the first day of the New Year with Strauss, waltzes, polkas and marches performed by the Orquestra Classica da Madeira in Funchal Theatre or by the Madeira Mandolin Orchestra in the Casino Congress Centre 7.00pm Grand traditional music meets fine dining for our Belmond Reid s Palace Dinner Dance in the Dining Room, with a performance from the excellent Adler Band. 70 Euro per person, beverages not included. Jacket required. 9.00am Relax Practice pilates and find your inner calm Discover the treasures of Funchal s old town in a Piaggio Ape Calessino Tukxi Indulge in a delicious buffet lunch at the Pool Terrace 1.00pm See dolphins at close range from a RIB boat on a thrilling ride with Rota dos Cetáceos 6.00pm Enjoy liquid gold in a glass at our Madeira wine tasting in Salon 28 Set off on a whirlwind tour of fairyland Funchal by Tukxi. See the Christmas lights on this exclusive Belmond Reid s Palace excursion 3 Wednesday Discover the treasures of Funchal old town, including the farmers market, cathedral, Bordal (embroidery) and Madeira Wine 11.30am Health and exercise come together with our aqua-gym sessions in the main Pool
Lunch is served, buffet-style, at the Pool Terrace 3.30pm Take a guided tour of our own gorgeous gardens and unearththeir horticultural highlights Set sail on our evening cruise aboard the beautiful Gavião yacht and enjoy breathtaking views of Funchal Bay 4 Thursday 9.30am Discover the island s beauty and diversity on a tour of the eastern mountains and plains, from St. Lawrence Point to Santana Take your seat at the Pool Terrace for a delicious buffet lunch 2.30pm Enjoy the Madeira film experience, an easy way to discover the island s history and its connections with the world Embrace the magic of Christmas on a guided night tour around Funchal WINING & DINING Showcasing local, seasonal cuisine, Belmond Reid s Palace boasts some of the best restaurants in Funchal. Go all out at Michelin-starred William; enjoy a casual moonlight dinner on the terrace of Ristorante Villa Cipriani; or join us for cocktails in our glitzy bar. There s a dining experience to suit every occasion.
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