Thanks, Priscilla:

You know how Carol and I love French Polynesia. But also we are very unimpressed (to say the least) with the cost/value relationship of land accomodations, food, etc. for a land vacation there. While you know I really do prefer "open bar all inclusive" I have to agree with Karen that total lack of this on Cruise West might well be offset by the included excursions --- leaving money in the total budget to buy what drinks I might want -- and maybe some left over! And we very much like the cultural/historical parts of the PG cruise, and might actually like more emphasis in this area. Also, Cruise West says that while they don't have local entertainment onboard, they have plenty of it on their included excursions. As for the excursions, I was told there was no significant walking involved, so those of us who have various degrees of mobility impairments (which includes Carol and me) should have no worries.

Karen. The lack of TV wories me a bit too. But what I usually watch on the PG are the movies. The "regular TV" there isn't very good, and is in some "funny" language! This might be cured by taking along a laptop with DVD capability, and bringing some DVDs.

Thanks,
Rihard :) :) :)