I've never been on one, but I do plan to one day. I am sure once you get there you will meet lots of lovely people. It will be easy to make connections because you will all have quilting as a link. Go for it.....I so wish I could grab my stuff and go....today! This afternoon I have hoards of people coming for a gathering to view wedding pictures (my stepson got married in Sicily)....haven't picked up my quilting projects for 2 weeks ....AARGGH!