Let me clarify to say I will (and do) happily book Regent cruises. I am so pleased with Mark Conroy's explanation, as I can better plan my trips. My travel $$$ get largely redirected rather than foregone.

I remember the October 2004 China trip with great fondness, and can also vouch for Ngaire's comments on Shanghai delays. They were a pain in the butt; in that case, we were delayed about 12 hours.

Cheers, Anne