Good questions, and thanks. And I agree, longer is ALWAYS better. This would be a separate trip (months apart) from family trip. The flight delay issue is a a reality to consider. Fortunately for us, we can get a direct flight to STT and be there in 3.5 hrs (before taxi/ferry bit). It would absolutely be a wall to wall trip. The good news is that the potential crew is up for a wall to wall experience. Boat maintenance as well. All good watch-outs. Thanks for the input.