Las Palmas

We arrived in Las Palmas (the city name) on the island of Gran Canaria on Thursday afternoon. After some problems getting a berth, we ended up at a dock that is directly across from the start of town and a mall. Between work and being on call, I've only been able to get out twice so far.

It feels good to be back in a country that isn't chaotic. Streets are paved and driveable, there isn't any honking, people are walking on sidewalks and cross at the crosswalks, there aren't any animals being shepherded down the street, no one is yelling at us or asking us for money, there are malls and grocery stores and restaurants, and I can go out by myself. In other words, it feels normal again.

The weather is cool here compared to West Africa, seems like it's in the low 70s. It's been mostly overcast but the cooler temps are so great.

Here are some photos of Gran Canaria:

Here's where we are docked until Monday.

This is our dock.

Here's the mall that is directly across the street.