Comments on: Sea Socks ‘09: the planning (and worry) begins

By: Pat Helgerson

Pat Helgerson — Mon, 31 Mar 2008 22:45:36 +0000

Patricia, as others have said…only one choice? I can knit anywhere but I too believe another location would be best. Airfare does cost a bit but it is better than walking! ‘07 was a blast and I’m sure ‘08 will be too. This time of year some place warm would be nice for us northerners.

By: Sandy

Sandy — Fri, 28 Mar 2008 22:12:59 +0000

I really, really wanted to go on the cruise to Alaska this year, but being that I live in Europe, it was highly cost prohibitive. So, if you want to head this way (read: Norwegian Fjord cruise), count me in!

By: Lori

Lori — Tue, 25 Mar 2008 18:36:33 +0000

Hi Patricia
The choices were very difficult as no one is (for me) perceptively more important than the other. When forced to choose just one, my vote was a random choice of my top 3. In no particular order:
-If the class leaders were not top line and people I really want to meet and learn from, I wouldn’t take the cruise.
-Destination is pretty important too. Otherwise I might go knit with a few friends aboard our fishing boat!
-Pricing is important as the point at which I can or cannot take the cruise.
I wonder: would a top 2 or 3 choices provide a different perspective on what people want?
btw: yes, if going on SS09, I would prefer a different location…there are so many places in the world to experience!

By: Robin Nelson

Robin Nelson — Sat, 22 Mar 2008 03:33:12 +0000

I chose price, because a knitting cruise would not be so exciting to my husband as some other choices. It’s easier to add a less expensive trip to our travel schedule, but I wouldn’t favor Alaska again. As you say, we are doing that this year. There are a lot of Caribbean and Mexican ports that we could visit. I’ve been to the Caribbean three times, and very few of the ports were repeats. I vote you try for something other than Alaska. Canada and the Northeast would be a nice possibility, too.

Ports of call ARE important to me, because although my husband is coming with me this time, I’m hoping he will come next time. That means that the trip must include things that have appeal for him, too. I could knit with other people for a lot less money if I don’t choose a cruise as a way to do it, and I am expecting to take some time to enjoy the cruise, myself.

I’ve never been on a knitting cruise before, and my daughter picked this one. I was delighted to be asked. I believe she had heard that your 2007 cruise was a good one. Thank you for doing this; we all appreciate it. As a novice knitter (I’ve been madly trying to learn to knit decent socks with reasonable facility in preparation for our cruise), I’m especially looking forward to it.

By: Tikabelle

Tikabelle — Thu, 20 Mar 2008 05:26:06 +0000

I chose Ports of Call, but really the big reason I’m not coming on Sea Socks ‘08 is the date. My semester gets out on the 17th, and I couldn’t re-arrange my finals. Hopefully next year I’ll be done and the timing won’t be as much of an issue. Also, I grew up in Juneau, so I’d like to go somewhere I haven’t spent 18 years of my life if I’m going on a cruise. I think the Carribbean would be lovely, or even Japan. Dunno about costs though.

By: Linda H.

Linda H. — Thu, 20 Mar 2008 00:38:30 +0000

Crap Patricia! You only gave us one choice! I would go for all of the above, and called it good.

Humm… Do you think I can persuade my DH to spring for this two years in a row? I’d better start saving now….

By: cindi

cindi — Wed, 19 Mar 2008 17:34:50 +0000

I chose this cruise because it was within my budget and because of the socks and Alaska angle. I’ve never really thought about cruising, but I like the idea of going to Alaska. If it turns out to be as much fun as I expect, I’d be up for another one next year, but probably not to Alaska again. One week would be my limit, and if it was during the summer, even better (I’m a teacher). My vote would be for Canada/northeast. I’d also be up for knitting classes that go beyond socks, but that wouldn’t be a deal breaker for me I’m looking forward to seeing what you come up with, and I’m sure it will be fabulous!

By: Susan Williams

Susan Williams — Wed, 19 Mar 2008 15:01:23 +0000

Awesome in its awesomeness? Where? Where? Where?

With enough advance notice, a little more time and a little more money is not a problem. (Er, how much is “rather more” for the balconies?)

Big ship or little ship? (I prefer a big ship - more options)

Are there sheep?

How far do I have to fly to get to the ship? (I hate flying…)

Did I ask about the sheep?

By: Beth Alm

Beth Alm — Wed, 19 Mar 2008 13:42:52 +0000

I chose Seasocks 07 because I didn’t know there were any other knitting cruises. I had a blast last year and I’m very much looking forward to this years (is it really less than 2 months away?). I would like to see other places on future cruises. The biggest issue for me is going to be timing. I support 2 government contracts now and we’re looking to add a couple more over the next year, which will seriously cut into my having a life outside the office. If I can go, I will. If not, I’ll sit here and whine and mope about it.

Patricia you’ve done a grand job, last year and this, in putting all this together. Whatever you decide will be a memorable event for everyone involved.

By: AuntyNin

AuntyNin — Wed, 19 Mar 2008 13:17:24 +0000

Choosing just one of your poll options wasn’t easy - for me, it’s primarily a combination of timing and price that influences my decision. The ‘08 cruise decision was mostly a no-brainer for me, as I’d had such a fabulous time in ‘07 - plus, an Alaska cruise has been on my “I wanna do THAT!” list for years.

Ports of call aren’t all that important for me, what’s most appealing is the opportunity to meet and spend time with other people who understand the allure of sticks and string. That, and watching the facial expressons on the non-knitters who stumble on a bunch of us unexpectedly ;D