Sadly I can't persuade Mrs P. to go on a cruise. I sometimes even have a problem getting her to step across a puddle, never mind an ocean! I suppose it would be OK if the ship didn't leave the dock but if it did I don't think I could get used to her going everywhere with a lifejacket on. I didn't know the Alexander Brothers were still alive - they do go back a long way but good musicians. Never heard of any of the others though unless the Devine fellow is Sidney Devine's brother. Sounds like a great way to immerse yourself in a week's heuching and teuching!