Right now we are agonizing about the Mariner cruise on this weekend.  We&#39;re not too concerned about the itinerary of the ship - they will go to other ports of call if necessary to stay out of the way of Gustav..... but the storm models are showing that there is also a possibility of the storm coming up our coast and we don&#39;t want to leave our pooch at a boarding facility if it&#39;s going to be a CAt 1,2,3 or worse.  We would rather get in the RV with all our important docs and Gucci and head away from the danger.  Then also it&#39;s my birthday next week and I would love to cruise for my birthday, the only problem is that the Mariner goes to the Western Carib. on the 7th (my birthday) and we&#39;ve just been there a few months ago...... aaaaagh&#33;&#33;  There are just not too many options - this is a nightmare.......