This is Sari's sister, confirming everything she said and more! The entire family had a wonderful time, and it wasn't easy pleasing eight very different people.

I'm the coffee snob she referenced in an earlier post (although she's one to talk....) However, I thought the coffee on the PG was just fine! Several in our group switched to cappuccinos in the evening, and as discussed, they were great too.

My significant other HATES to get dressed up, and was a bit concerned about the "country club casual" rule. He brought several Hawaiian shirts (patterned and plain) and paired them with khaki shorts in the daytime, and pants in the evening. He fit in just fine.

For any of you new cruisers worried about the dress code - don't. It's interpreted differently by different people, but it seemed to work for everyone. I brought silver flip flops, and others were in much fancier shoes. There's such a great "vibe" on the ship, that it wasn't an issue.

I've never returned from a vacation so ready to go back - but I'm already trying to figure out how to return. I guess I've got the Polynesian flu too!

Thanks for all your great hints and feedback.

-Marianne