I looked up "Twin tub washing machines" and they are portables using low amounts of electricity and seem to be priced around $299. Small sized and hold 10 lbs. I guess when all you wear is swimsuits and tshirts, you don't need anything much larger. <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/Laugh.gif" alt="" /> They must have got a screaming deal on a close out or something.