I didn't want to go on our first on but she made me. now that's all I want to do and I don't care to do any beach trips. just cruises. it makes my life so much easier not to have to worry about anything after you step on the boat. also, we found out that if you are willing to drive to Jacksonville, it is a lot cheaper than leaving from new Orleans. we go to Jacksonville when we want to do a last min. cruise.