I had originally attempted to book a condo with Jean Gaynair, and after filling out all the neccessary forms on the website, and communicating through email with her so I could book, I was ready to give her my deposit then she emailed me back 4 days later and said "Sorry, I am all booked". So I wasn't too happy with that. This was in January. I was originally told she had availability, emailed her back within minutes to say I'll take it, then didn't hear from her again for 4 days. Not someone I would probably go to to help me out in a tough situation. I had to end up booking through expedia to get a room at NBCR because I really liked the beach this property offered. I am sure she is wonderful to her longtime guests, but I didn't have a good experience.

ROBIN, thank you! I will definitely be on the lookout for you! (this is granted I actually get the room I paid for..)

And thank you everyone for the wonderful tips and tricks. I have written them all down and will take every one of them with me. We are very excited to go. One more day!