We had a great time! After reading some of the reviews, I was very worried about space in the cabins, and it's true that it's very limited, but we had space under the rack to stow small bags/luggage. Only one person can be standing at a time so it's a good thing that we only had to be in the cabins to sleep. Showering was a close-quarter experience so most of the guys went without - and without shaving as well. They truely embrassed the whole "roughing" it at sea. If you are a light sleeper, bring ear plugs 'cause you will be sleeping with your closest 7 friends and some of them will snore! Capt Mike and his crew were wonderful. They let us play sailor as much (or as little) as we wanted. Chef Bill and his galley crew kept us well fed. The program was just the right length. I don't think I could have taken one more night of sleeping in those HARD racks. We got into Camden a day early and stayed a day longer. Camden is a wonderful little town. We stayed at the Cedar Crest Inn. Yes, it's only a 15 minute walk to the Angelique and it's all downhill; but, that means at the end of the trip, it's all uphill and if you are carrying luggage, it's a long walk back up the hill. Getting a ride up the hill from a fellow Elder was a joy - as was the hot shower and soft bed.

For my first Road Scholar adventure, my feelings rather reflect those lyrics from Gilbert & Sullivan's HMS Pinafore: "We are sober men & true, and our saucy ship's a beauty." However, I REALLY OVERPACKED and skimped on my camera equipment - it still worked out. The programs by Bud (Maritime)and Barbara (Natural History)were well done and thorough. Food was excllent! (Yes, they remembered my allergy.) Captain & crew were very compentent, courteous, friendly and helpful. Interesting and varied passengers on this trip; nice conversations. Forewarned by Dianne, I adjusted to the cabin/bunkspace (upper). [They did say: "SNUG, safe and 19th CENTURY REPLICA".] We sailed where the wind took us, had great weather, and I'd sure do it again. It's just that by the time you figure it all out and maybe get some of it right, it's time to go home!