I have never been on a quilting cruise although I would love to do one. (That is just a dream that is on my bucket list. Also to take a cruise with Larry's Country Diner! I love all of them.) lol Anyways my thoughts on this since you would like to do something while your husband is away. It sounds like you are fortunate enough to go so I say GO! I wouldn't think twice at an opportunity like this. Even though you would be going alone you are going to meet lots of other quilters so you won't be alone long. Sounds like most of the board members that took quilting cruises just loved it & had so much fun. Don't miss out! Let us know when you get back in the spring how your trip went.