The former NR editorial assistant, the popular syndicated columnist, the bestselling author of Useful Idiots: How Liberals Got It Wrong in the Cold War and Still Blame America First and Do-Gooders: How Liberals Hurt Those They Claim to Help, the insightful social and political commentator — yep, Mona Charen will be sailing with us this November 12–19 on Holland America Line’s luxurious Eurodam on the National Review 2011 Caribbean Cruise.

We are huge Mona fans at NR, and enjoy her friendship and company whether on land or sea (this will be her fifth-or-so time traveling on an NR voyage). She’ll be one of over three dozen amazing conservative speakers who are confirmed for this seven-night spectacular. On top of the great cruise itself, there will be numerous exclusive NR events, including 10 panel sessions (each 2 ½ hours long, in which an array of experts discuss the days’ most pressing issues, and then forthcoming elections), two “Night Owls” (one will feature Jonah Goldberg, Mark Steyn, and Rob Long — prepare to laugh very hard), three delightful cocktail receptions, and a late-night cigar smoker sponsored by H. Upmann (and featuring complimentary cognac). Oh yeah: There is also dining, on at least two nights, at a table hosted by one of our great guests. A super time is in store.

Want to know more about the conservative event of the year, and how you can sign up for it (and for one of the spacious, well-appointed, and affordable staterooms)? Visit our dedicated website www.nrcruise.com.