On Tue, 4 Jan 2011 10:34:25 -0500, "Flying Pig"
wrote:

I think it's time to plan a trip to the Caribbean next year, after Emily's
wedding is behind us. Time to move on and explore new horizons.

That's a good plan and you'll enjoy it. The scenery is much
different than the Bahamas, very lush and mountainous in most places.
Every island has its own atmosphere and culture. There are new
customs quirks and procedures to be learned, lots of places to
explore, and fellow cruisers from all over the world. There are some
challenges also but on balance it is an experience you'll never
forget.