JayKay- She did not ask us for a deposit...she told us that we pay when we get there.... which I am leary of, considering there are the stories (much like the one on this thread, I believe) where couples were told that because they didn't put in a deposit, certain things weren't available.... so... I'm keeping my emails...but we are getting really close now (leaving Jan. 28th 2011!!) * fingers crossed*