Well.....I talked to Randall James today, who works for Gair O'Neil, he again assured me that it was good until Dec 31 2008, it must be applied by then, and could actually be used for a 2009 cruise if booked and applied by then. I asked for a letter in writing from him or Mr. O'Neil, which he said he would send. Haven't received it yet, so.....until then I am not holding my breath.
Again, not creating a controversey (that doesn't look right sp?) here, just stating what facts I have at this point.