Babs44, I agree with Marc & Kathy Z about booking as early as possible, especially if you are looking for a particular cabin category and location. Almost everyone seems to agree that the starboard side of ship is desired for the best views. So they always go very fast. I didn't book quite fast enough for the upcoming PIP PG cruise in May 2005 so we ended up with a port side. Not that it will stop us from having a wonderful time in paradise!!

I, too, research as much as I possibly can. I also get obsessed (good for the diet - :D ).