We are getting read for our 20th cruise in 18 years. It will be from Ft. Lauderdale to Europe and Africa and back. 42 days. A cruise line is good for wherever it goes when you want it to go. Most of the lines realize that there are folks who want to compare, so they generally don't put out bad food or take you to dangerous ports of call or have dirty cabins. Pick a cruise by where and when, then the price. Another consideration is the demographics of the passengers. I have been on ships from 8 cruise lines and the people who favor one vs. another are different. Jim

The leaves makes me believe that it is butternut squash. Often, they will put out lots and lots of blossoms before a squash will form. Once the squash forms, it will take at least four weeks for something decent to develop. At this time of year, you probably won't get anything. Keep in mind that butternut seeds are easy to germinate. If you have a squash (any winter squash will do), rinse the seeds, let them dry and store them over the winter in a dry place. I put mine in old pill vials. Then, in early to mid-June, plant two or three about half an inch deep. Then wait. Jim

The building in caseynfld's picture reminds me of this one in Port of Spain, Trinidad. It was right next to where our ship docked. They had a steel drum band to welcome us. and dancers in Carnival outfits. Danger, High Voltage Have a fantastic trip Jim!

I have a plain ole point and shoot camera. I pull it out my bag, and shoot, all while riding most of the time. Sometimes they are crooked, and I have to straighten them out (using picassa) but often they turn out great. this is my camera and phone bag: