May 21, 2025

PUERTO VALLARTA, MEXICO - Day 2

Day 2 in Puerto Vallarta I made into a medical maintenance day. Friends on the SHIP, who have homes in PV, were nice enough to give me the contact information of their Dentist and Dermatologist, both of which I was able to contact prior and set up appointments with. Was great to get my teeth cleaned and have some skin issues checked out, at super reasonable prices. I also went to large drug store and was able to stock up on some items.

By Pat Patrick May 6, 2026
Today we are in the second largest city in all of Indonesia, Surabaya. The Port is huge and busy, as there are tons of freightors and ferries here. We had a warm welcome when we pulled in yesterday evening.
By Pat Patrick May 4, 2026
More FUN with the Elephants ! Washing this gentle creature was so special. The handlers at the Sanctuary are so informative and caring and took sooo many pictures for us!
By Pat Patrick May 3, 2026
MASON'S ELEPHANT SANTUARY was a little slice of Heaven! in crazy, congested Bali ! I really wanted to treat the Spa Manager Stacy and our Entertainment Manager Kelly, to a fun, non-stressful event that they could truly enjoy! Stacy had never seen elephants before and her squeal of delight, when we first laid eyes on them was pure joy!