In the announcement at the beginning of this thread, it was clearly stated that FRN is required by the cruise line to have a sufficient number of reservations by a time certain, or there'll be no cruise at all.
Therefore, we have no idea at this time what benefits may accrue to FRN, if any. When the cruise is nailed down, and depending upon the number of registrations, we'll have this information and will post it.
Any benefits accruing to FRN will be used to support its conservative activism programs as was done following the last cruise. No organization can survive without some fund-raising efforts, and FRN is no exception.
From the enthusiasm shown and committments received, there's no doubt we'll receive the number of registrations required by the cruise line to hold the block of staterooms we've reserved.
Our sincere thanks to all freepers who intend to participate in this family-oriented event for the benefit of our conservative cause.
Also thanks to the many Freeper volunteers who have and are stepping up to help in the complicated job of organizing the cruise.
The success of this cruise depends to a great extent on the the labors of the committee, but the most important factor is the support of our dedicated Freepers whether they are able to participate or not.
No individual concerned with the organization of the cruise receives any benefit whatsoever except the subsequent personal reward of a difficult job well done.
I hope this answers any concerns raised on this thread.
Leni/Bahama Mama
FRN "Freeps Ahoy!" Cruise Chairman
How many do we have to have?
GRRRRR
This year, as was the case with the cruise last year, no one involved in the planning or organizing of the event recieved a free trip or any other incentives. Any funds or benefits received go directly to the FRN.