ok ok you're right. LOL I knew going in that you would all have the correct answers. And I am promising myself not to complicate this. So this is what I figure I have to cut out: No endless Walmart shopping for the 3 kids I bring clothes for, and likewise little time for other gifts that have become habit, unless I run across things. No mail-order new bathing suits and/or new flips-flops etc -- basically all the shopping except necessity is out. WOW LOOK AT THAT. Saved money alreadY!

The kitchen/household stuff I bring should really be pared down -- I don't really need candles for the patio, we rarely light them. And all the snacks etc. I bring from home I can buy there. I just went to Sams and picked up a large sack o' lemons for my Vodka/Soda and also for my tea. Coffee I can get there (ya think? such a comfort seeker, I always bring my favorite from home.)

But Suzangrace seriously? You must be single with no minor children ; ) There is a whole litany of things that have to be done for my kid and husband - school stuffs and doctors appointment juggling. Not to mention making sure they get there with more than just socks and sunglasses.

But Yes we all have valid passports, and we have hotel. Well we mostly have hotel. If Boombastic doesn't screw up we have hotel ; ) (No pressure Jim ha) And we have driver, and someone to feed the cat. The airfare is somewhat interesting. It's what spurred this trip - I finally found fares that were at least a little bit reasonable (ie under $550) -- but I haven't booked yet because one last little things has to fall into place. So I won't hit send on the air travels plan until tomorrow morning. Worried that I may pose price.