I agree with everything except the "retreats." I go to Rhodes Grove, PA and bring my own chair on casters and also my Ezi Sewing Table (expensive but an engineering marvel). The food at Rhodes Grove is outstanding - 8 - 12 and 5 for dinner. I have been skipping breakfast because it is simply too much food. We have tons of fun and that is what it is all about. Best wishes to you in 2012.