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1. Bernie (codewiz@mstdn.io)'s status on Saturday, 20-Jan-2024 19:22:32 UTC Bernie

   I'm flying to Europe with a layover in São Miguel, a pretty island in the Atlantic Ocean 🤩

   https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/S%C3%A3o_Miguel_Island

   • Bernie (codewiz@mstdn.io)'s status on Saturday, 20-Jan-2024 20:10:04 UTC Bernie

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     Why is this a thing? A tree wrapped in knit things... I don't even know what they're called, but they're cool 😅

   • Bernie (codewiz@mstdn.io)'s status on Saturday, 20-Jan-2024 20:10:06 UTC Bernie

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     The island was discovered by Portugal in the 15th century. Ponta Delgada is the largest city, and features a variety of churches and historic buildings.

   • Tanuki (tanuki@mastodon.social)'s status on Saturday, 20-Jan-2024 20:14:13 UTC Tanuki

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     @codewiz oh man I wanted to visit the Azores but there wasn't a way to fit it in my last trip to Portugal

   • Bernie (codewiz@mstdn.io)'s status on Saturday, 20-Jan-2024 20:14:13 UTC Bernie

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     • Tanuki

     @Tanuki It has all the good things of Portugal, including the wine and the architecture... plus volcanos and hot springs! ♨️

   • Bernie (codewiz@mstdn.io)'s status on Saturday, 20-Jan-2024 20:15:15 UTC Bernie

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     • Tanuki

     @Tanuki I never visited the mainland Portugal. Which city would you recommend for a future 1-day layover, Porto or Lisbon?

   • Bernie (codewiz@mstdn.io)'s status on Saturday, 20-Jan-2024 20:40:13 UTC Bernie

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     • Thomas 🧸

     @schreiblehrling ah yes, I just asked #ChatGPT and got this answer:

     This is an example of yarn bombing, a type of street art that uses colorful displays of knitted or crocheted yarn or fiber rather than paint or chalk. It's wrapped around the trunk of a tree, creating a patchwork of different designs and colors. Yarn bombing is often used to add a touch of whimsy and vibrancy to urban environments.

   • Thomas 🧸 (schreiblehrling@bonn.social)'s status on Saturday, 20-Jan-2024 20:40:14 UTC Thomas 🧸

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     @codewiz It’s „yarn bombing“ (EN) or „Guerilla Knitting“ (DE). And I think it’s lovely.

     https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yarn_bombing?wprov=sfti1

   • Bernie (codewiz@mstdn.io)'s status on Saturday, 20-Jan-2024 20:47:38 UTC Bernie

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     I went on a short hike to Miradouro da Boca do Inferno. Hopefully today it won't be wrapped in a thick mist, as the tourist guides warned.

   • Bernie (codewiz@mstdn.io)'s status on Saturday, 20-Jan-2024 22:06:01 UTC Bernie

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     The Lagoa das Sete Cidades as seen from the Miradouro da Boca do Inferno 🤩

     It's a lucky day without a lot of fog hiding this stunning view.

   • Bernie (codewiz@mstdn.io)'s status on Sunday, 21-Jan-2024 13:59:40 UTC Bernie

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     Today is kinda rainy, so I went to Furnas to check the famous thermal baths ♨️

     My first stop is Parque Terra Nostra. This huge pool is deep enough for swimming.

     The iron-enriched water doesn't smell bad or irritate the eyes, but it sure stains skin and towels. Good thing I came with dark clothes.