October 20, 2024

GIBRALTAR, THE ROCK, Back in the UK!


Was so nice to be in a familiar port, that speaks English, on a Sunday so I could attend mass with locals. I did a brisk 25 minute walk to The Cathedral of St. Mary the Crowned. The noon mass was crowded with lots of young families. Nice to see and they had a social with tea and cookies after in the square. Most of the shops are closed on Sunday but many cafes were open and the pharmacy and duty free shop at the port. This is one of cheapest places to buy liquor and perfume in the Mediterranean. They started the pre port talk program last night before dinner and it was great to get the info in lieu of researching on our own. We have all been requesting this and we are getting close to 200 residents on board - new ones arrive daily - so much needed.


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    Youngest alter server, only 4 or 5 !

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KOH CHANG, THAILAND

By Pat Patrick • July 26, 2026
We just relaxed on the Island of Koh Chang, Thailand. It's one of the largest Thai Islands in the Gulf of Thailand and it has a dense, steep jungle & National Park covering the interior of the Island, which extends off shore, to coral reefs. The coast line is dotted with beaches and villages. This was a tender port, so we decided to stay on the Island for 3 nights, to be able to experience the nightlife. Turns out, it is low season, so nightlife was pretty sleepy. However, we did find a new favorite night time activity! Any Guesses?!?

On the way to Koh Chang, Thailand

By Pat Patrick • July 25, 2026
Love Sea Days ! I got a much needed haircut and color. Think I'll be going shorter, but giving this a whirl! Can you see the back in the mirror? The bangs and side volume, is what drives me nuts in the heat and humidity!

WAT BANG KUNG & TRAIN MARKET - Bangkok ,Thailand

By Pat Patrick • July 21, 2026
Wat Bang Kung Temple was a quick stop along the way to the Train Markets . What makes this unique is the Temple is completely enclosed by roots of four giant trees (a banyan, bodhi and others). From the outside, it looks like nature has swallowed the building. Inside the chapel is a golden Buddha image, that locals still visit to pray. It was quite active during our short visit there. The Temple dates back over 250 years and survived the Burmese invasion.