We disembarked PG on Saturday after a ten night sail. It was our second time and we wanted one last chance to enjoy French Polynesia under the Regent banner. What makes this cruise to special is the crew and those with whom I spoke had not yet signed on under the new management. This was in stark contrast to the statements made by the Captain at the SSS Cocktail party. This led us to conclude that there is a varnish being painted upon the transition. They were passing out Paul Gauguin Cruise Line books that looked just about identical to Regent's and they are offering 5% to "return guests" of RSSC, Seabourn, SilverSea and some other lines. Marilyn Conroy is pondering a management role and is leaning towards giving it a try. If I knew my favorite crew members were returning I would be glad to give the new line a try. I want them to succeed if it means that continued employment under a fair contract was in place for these loyal employees who have worked onthe vessel for many years and consider a second home.