Couldn't agree more Ngaire! My take on cruises is different from most. I like to meet new people, but if I do not then I really could care less.

I do not base my cruise experience on interactions with others. I look at it as time to get away from reality (in a way) and simply relax. No, everything may not be perfect, but it far and away better than my everyday life (because I am doing nothing!) and I get to spend time alone with my lovely (and now very pregnant) wife.

Needless to say we are looking forward to Italy!

Anthony