R66
I agree with KJ from NZ.
I own a R44 and think that the the "universally despised" cyclic is 100% OK to fly with and it allows really easy access - unlike many other helicopters I have flown where you have to fight with the cyclic to get access to the seat.
R66 performance will allow 4 pax, 2 sets of golf sticks and overnight bags - plus enough fuel to get somewhere meaningful. That is a whole lot different to a R44, and at not a great increase in cost.
I am very keen to fly one, and will over the next month or so.
For those of you who own your helis, compare the price & performance (particularly useful load) of the R66 to a AS350 B2, EC120B, B206 etc...there is a compelling argument for the R66 and it's a tough decision on what to buy. Sure you can't take 4 guys with axes and boots in a R66, but for many corporate or private tasks it looks like the machine for the job.
Arrrrj