6) Since this is a completely optional trip (No friend or family member in need and no family event), I think couples SHOULD make these decisions together.
Really? Why?
In what way, "make the decision together"? By discussing and resolving any complications, ie financial or scheduling snafus that might exist ... or in the sense of having mutual veto power?
"Show me a completely smooth operation and I'll show you someone who's covering mistakes. Real boats rock." -- Frank Herbert
