We always (um, unless we forget) take our Motorola's with us.

We have always had great reception. We actually had a very funny moment on a cruise to Alaska with them.

There were wonderful sights in the water (dolphins, seals, whales) at the time so everyone went to the railings and of course if you were stuck further back it was harder to see. We were trying to watch and then saw that people along the railing had Motorola's and were using them. We found their channel, and drove them crazy saying things like "Hey, you,get out of our way...Yes, you in the Red jacket, sit down and share the view."

Of course, we were laughing the whole time, and it was hard for our group to keep a straight face when they turned around to find the culprits... I really think they were enjoying it too, well, I think so anyway. I know we were!!
Okay, everyone, go out and get the Walkie Talkie's now...they'll really be talking about the group then...