Heidi,
I hope you enjoy your cruise, are you doing the Baltic cruise up to St. Petersburg ? I hadn't thought about connecting with other members in that way, usually the schedule is too tight. I hope it works out OK.
Also the comment about meeting in drab works well, it's great to show someone round your neck of the woods , I met up only last week week and had a great time , taking in a meal in a local pub and seeing some of the local sights.
