Did I mention that former White House chief speechwriter Bill McGurn (also once-upon-a-time NR’s D.C. Bureau Chief and the WSJ’s chief editorial writer – lots of “chiefs” with Bill) and Rob Long (Cheers producer and long-time NR “Long View” and “Letters from Al” columnist — lots of “long” here) will be sailing with us on the National Review 2008 Caribbean “Post-Election” Cruise? No? Well, now I have.

Here’s the impressive cast of 20 (so far) speakers and editors who will be joining us from November 8–15 on Holland America Line’s new Eurodam

Mitt Romney, Victor Davis Hanson, Bernard Lewis, Mark Steyn, Christopher Buckley, William McGurn, Jonah Goldberg, Brent Bozell, Pat Toomey, Andy McCarthy, Rob Long, Deroy Murdoch, Byron York, Kathryn Lopez, Kate O’Beirne, Ramesh Ponnuru, Jay Nordlinger, John J. Miller, Darcy Olsen, and Fr. Robert Sirico.

Zounds! As of yesterday there were 182 cabins booked. Such happy souls these reservati, who will sail in luxury while enjoying:

  • six scintillating seminars (on politics and current events) featuring National Review’s editors and guest speakers
  • three revelrous pool-side cocktail receptions
  • two late-night “smokers” featuring world-class H. Upmann cigars and complimentary cognac
  • a sunny itinerary: Grand Turk, San Juan, St. Thomas, and Half Moon Cay
  • intimate dining on two evenings with guest speakers and editors

Chop chop: demand is high, inventory is dwindling, and (roomy and beautiful) cabin prices remain affordable (starting at $1,831.00 p/p or $2,513.00 for singles). Get over to www.nrcruise.com and book your stateroom while there is still time.