Leslie & Andi, your reports are fabulous and a great service to those of us considering this trip. I admire your ability to adjust your expectations and make the best of this adventure. Way to go! I'd like to think I would do the same. We are among those who were seriously considering booking this cruise. Our decision: no thanks. Part of that decision has nothing to do with your experience. We have been to SP already--three marvelous days on Voyager. And Fred has been to Moscow twice on business with a little touring on the side. But your reports have tipped the balance for us. That is a very positive contribution and why LCT and the other message boards are so constructive. Pat