I'm with PJ on a lot of that.  Our goals may differ to some extent...fishing's also a big part of the allure to me...but sitting around waiting for coffee to perk isn't my idea of a great use of vacation time either.  

That's the beauty of a french press.  All the flavor of perked coffee with no waiting.  By the time it's cool enough to drink, it's time to push the plunger.  Meanwhile, I'm busy getting other chores out of the way.  Bottoms up!