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      Looking for companion to travel from UK to Lourdes, France via Ryan Air.

      London Jun 5, 2013 at 6:20 AM

      I am not too sure if these is the right place to find a traveling companion. I have a good friend, partially blind who has free accommodation for 8 days (starting 22 June 2013) inside the Santuario in Lourdes, France. She is looking for a femaile companion to qualify for this free accommodation.
      As I said, its a femail , around 58 years old. She is very dependent and lovely Asian . Before she started losing her sight she worked as a journalists. Thank you for giving me the opportunity putting this on VT. God Bless you all!

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      Accomodation in Crosby for Liverpool

      Merseyside May 25, 2013 at 8:46 PM

      Hi, I am planning a trip for a few months time, looking for a place to stay that is close to the beach at Crosby for Anthony Gormley's 'Another Place' installation and within spitting distance of a train station for transport into Liverpool city centre. Can anyone help with some suggestions?
      Many thanks ...

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      Best Tourist route round 'Cornish Alps'

      Cornwall May 21, 2013 at 2:53 AM

      I would hate to drive round the china clay area, near St Austell, not know where the best vantage point was for photographs. I have looked at some spectacular photos in books but they don't say exactly where they were taken or if there are any access restrictions. Can anyone help?
      Also, is there more than one access road (gate) to the Eden Project or does everyone have to approach from the same side?

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    • toddler bank holiday weekend in canterbury

      Canterbury May 21, 2013 at 2:30 AM

      Hello
      looking to be in canterbury may 26th bank holiday sunday / monday / tuesday
      have a 3 year old - looking for attratctions for him aswell

      accomodation rapidly running out as limited budget
      any ideas across the board would be good

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    • light aircraft pleasure flight

      Skegness 12 hours ago

      can you still book a pleasure flight at ingoldmells airstrip on the water leisure park....how can i do this if its still possible...

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      private guide

      London Jun 10, 2013 at 6:29 PM

      I have a 7 hour lay over in Heathrow's airport .Anyone know of a private tour guide driver or a taxi driver who will pick me up at airport and just show me around central London for 3 hours ?

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    • Coach Trips to the Eden Project in Cornwall

      Southend-on-Sea Jun 6, 2013 at 4:38 AM

      Any recommendations for this ? 3-4 day break envisaged.

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      SIM cards

      London Jun 1, 2013 at 10:12 PM

      Staying in Bloomsbury for 9 days - where is best place to buy SIM card
      for my iPad? Need it for Internet, Skype and email. Is it best to buy a
      prepaid card and have it delivered or is this more expensive?

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    • A place to meet

      Welwyn Garden City Jun 1, 2013 at 4:16 AM

      Intending to meet friends (adults) that we havent seen for 2 years and meeting half way between us on a Friday night. We have a 13 year old, so cant be anywhere too adult. Seen the Crooked Chimney pub which looks ok. Anything else you can suggest?

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    • buses

      Manchester May 31, 2013 at 11:00 AM

      what bus can we take to arrived from old Trafford hotel premier inn to Trafford center please and back till what time finished the buses thanks

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    • Easiest way to get a shower?

      Heathrow May 27, 2013 at 10:28 PM

      Hello all,

      I have an 8 hour layover between two long haul flights (11am-7pm). I am arriving in/leaving from T5. I would really like to take a quick shower during this stop over. l know that there are hotels landside and airside (T3) as well as lounge options.

      My questions is: what is the easiest option? Will I even be allowed to go from T5 to T3 airside (and what would that entail-- ie trips through security, time, etc). Alternatively, how much of a hassle would it be to go landside? Any recommendations would be greatly appreciated! Thank you!

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    • From Amsterdam to Heathrow to US

      Heathrow May 25, 2013 at 3:47 PM

      I am an American flying from Amsterdam Schiphol to Heathrow on a British Airways flight, then going from Heathrow to Boston on a KLM flight, therefore I do have to change terminals. I do not plan to check any baggage. Will I still have to go through immigration? The website did not specify. Thanks!

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    • meeting another flyer (different flight) after clearing customs Terminal 5

      Heathrow May 19, 2013 at 8:55 AM

      Where is the best place to wait for another traveler after I have cleared customs in Terminal 5?

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    • Arriving at Terminal 3, departing Terminal 5 - 6 hour layover

      Heathrow 8 hours ago

      Hello, I am wanting to take advantage of the shops in terminal 3, in particular MAC (after security), before moving to terminal 5. Can I do this? I also want to use No.1 lounge in terminal 3 prior to transfering to terminal 5 - is this possible?

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    • Beer

      London Jun 10, 2013 at 5:03 PM

      How expensive is beer in London compared to other places? Which is a good London beer to buy?

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    • London Zoo

      London Jun 5, 2013 at 11:37 AM

      London Things to Do Map: (Link)dev.virtualearth.net/REST/v1...

      Why is the London Zoo baloon shown where the Houses of Parliament are?

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    • Nottingham to the Lake District

      Lake District National Park Jun 3, 2013 at 11:58 AM

      Hi guys, my parents are flying over here from Canada and I thought a trip to the Lake District might be nice...however I've noticed that trains with East Midlands only go to either Bootle (Cumbria) or Oxenholme...which seem about an hour drive from the National Park. Do you have any tips on how to get closer to the park? Any recommendations on where to stay?

      Thanks so much!
      Loie

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    • Manchester to Leeds Bradford airport

      Manchester May 29, 2013 at 1:08 PM

      Hi to all,

      I was wondering what is the best way to travel from Manchester to Leeds Bradford airport? Is there a connecting train? Is a taxi very expensive for that route?

      Thanks in advance
      Stefan

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      Cruise ship to Dover town

      Dover May 28, 2013 at 7:45 AM

      Hi All. We will be cruising from Dover in July. Will be parking my car at the docks. Just wondering how far are the main tourist attractions in Dover before boarding the ship. Any local pubs around docks recommended before paying the steep cruise prices on ship :-) Any real local places to see?, thanks
      All suggestions appreciated in advance
      Bal

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    • Fun place to stay for young female backpacker?

      Newcastle upon Tyne May 26, 2013 at 9:32 PM

      Hi I'm 22 and from Australia. I am looking for a really fun hostel to stay where heaps of backpackers go. Preferably near clubs and the city centre? Thanks guys!!!

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    • Meeting up at Heathrow after customs

      Heathrow May 21, 2013 at 3:26 AM

      I apologize for re-posting this question but I am a newbie and I don't know how to remove my first question.

      I don't think that I was very clear in that query. Please let me try again. I am landing on a BA flight at LHR Terminal 5 on Sunday mid morning. A friend, who is also flying BA, is expected to arrive at LHR Terminal 5 a couple of hours later.

      Is there a comfortable place (with luggage in tow) that I can watch the screens to see the status of her flight and wait for her to clear customs we can then meet up so we can then proceed to the Heathrow Express?

      Thanks everyone for your patience!

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      Sights near Morecambe

      England Jun 12, 2013 at 5:45 PM

      We will be staying in Morcambe for a night mid July,before taking the Heysham Ferry to Douglas,Isle of Man.We will have a car. We would appreciate some suggestions as to sights,both in and near this town to see. We will be driving from York.On a previous holiday we spent a few days in around Keswick,Windermere&Bowness..as well as Ingleton. We enjoy walking,nature,as well as history.
      Is there a Scenic Route to drive that we can use to reach Morcambe from York?
      Thanks for the Forum's help .

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    • Accessing United Club Lounge post-baggage claim/customs?

      Heathrow Jun 11, 2013 at 10:42 AM

      I am arriving into Terminal 3 at Heathrow on an international flight. I would like to clear customs, pick up my bag, then go to the United Club Lounge prior to leaving the airport. Is this possible, or is the lounge only accessible within the terminals?

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      SIGHTSEEING OPTIONS 1.5DAYS JULY

      Newcastle upon Tyne May 21, 2013 at 10:57 PM

      Hi ! We are two active 60 yo..we will be walking Hadrians Wall Path, after spending time in Newcastle,before catching public transport to our start in Whitley Bay. May we have some suggestions for Must See,visit ,explore places...reachable by public transport? Also,is it better to catch train to Whitley Bay, or is the bus service better?We will be staying in the Jesmond park area. Thanks for all suggestions

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      Shrewsbury / Ironbridge by public transport

      Ironbridge May 21, 2013 at 1:42 PM

      Evening all. How would you get from Shrewsbury to Ironbridge (and back) by public transport, on a Saturday, in June? Or on a Sunday? I'd like to do a day trip on one of those days. I guess Saturday would be easier. Thanks. L

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      Stratford Upon Avon - Anne Wood - Rosie and Jim; Ragdoll Productions; Teddy Bears

      by leecouk12324 Online Now Oct 28, 2011 at 5:19 PM

      Hi - off to Stratford Upon Avon in a couple of days. OK - well we all know that it is very famous for William Shakespeare. However i am very interested in what else there is to see? Many people are very negative about this - and many say there is little else to see - i do not believe this - there has to be some things other than Shakespeare. Now in my FootPrint Britain book it mentions about the Teddy Bear Museum - this looks no longer here - which is a damn shame. Then I was following in the footsteps of Anne Wood - famous for Telletubies - but also Rosie and Jim - so i would like to go to the Canal where it was flimed - i think Rosie and Jim was great. On google maps you can go to the former home of The Ragdoll Shop and you go to streetview you will see Rosie and Jim looking out of the top window. So would like to follow in footsteps of Anne Wood - and any other notable people that have had an effect on the town. Then there may be other things to see in Stratford Upon Avon.

      5 Answers Oct 30, 2011 at 1:34 PM
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      Room number for veiw of the river

      by vancan7 Online Now Aug 6, 2011 at 12:26 AM

      We are staying at the swan nest hotel for a w/e break. Has anybody stayed in a good room overlooking the river and what room number-s would be that be please. Note we are using Tesco vouchers!!!!

      3 Answers Aug 6, 2011 at 2:50 AM
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      Pudding Lovers Club

      by manuna Online Now May 19, 2011 at 7:12 AM

      I heard that there is one (the name may be not exact) not far from Shakespere's House. Can anyone help with more details, may be address?

      5 Answers May 19, 2011 at 12:22 PM
    • transport

      by celtic10 Online Now Mar 1, 2011 at 5:50 AM

      Hi I am presently in Bath and looking at visting beautiful Stratford-Upon-Avon, what is the most economical way to travel there from Bath. Also looking for budget accommodation I have been told YHA is quite good, only problem they say is bus into Stratford is 4 pounds each way, would this be correct seems expensive. Can anyone advise on transport into town. Cheers

      6 Answers Mar 2, 2011 at 8:38 AM
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      Would any visitors like a free ticket to Shakespeare's Birthplace?

      by tango_jd Online Now Mar 5, 2010 at 10:15 AM

      Hi - if anyone is going to Stratford before end of March 2010, I have a free ticket for Shakespeare's Birthplace (Worth £11 I think) @@ It must be used by 31st March. @@ It must be used by someone accompanied by one full-paying adult. Reply here and we can sort out how I post it to you - allow time for post! For information, it was given to me yesterday when I bought a "Subway" sandwich. FREE! (Neither a borrower nor a lender be; For loan oft loses both itself and friend, and borrowing dulls the edge of husbandry". - Hamlet (Act I, Scene III)

      2 Answers Mar 6, 2010 at 6:36 AM
    • searching for shop visited in summer

      by jillepep Online Now Nov 30, 2009 at 2:47 PM

      Opposite the shakespeares birthplace heading back in direction of town we looked in a small jewellry shop selling pretty handmade jewellery. Can anyone tell me the name as I wanted to phone and order something. I've searched online but no luck. Thankyou Jill Pepper

      7 Answers Dec 2, 2009 at 11:06 PM
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      By cab, bus or train?

      by DelaneyDriscoll Online Now Jun 11, 2009 at 1:03 AM

      What is the best and least expensive way to get from the Birmingham Tuesday? Thank you for your help.

      2 Answers Jun 11, 2009 at 9:45 AM
    • travelodge

      by nech56 Online Now Jun 2, 2009 at 10:55 AM

      Are the travelodge rooms comfortable for an adult to share a bed with a 12 year old? As I mentioned we are 2 adults traveling with a 12 year old boy and a twelve year old girl. Is Reddich far from Stratford? Birmingham? Thanks again..the replies have been so helpful.

      4 Answers Jun 2, 2009 at 12:59 PM
    • thanks

      by nech56 Online Now May 19, 2009 at 11:48 AM

      You are all great...thanks for the great advice..how long a drive from Stratford to Heathrow? Warwick to Heathrow? London to each of them?

      3 Answers May 20, 2009 at 10:46 AM
    • Attractions in and near Stratford

      by nech56 Online Now May 19, 2009 at 7:50 AM

      We're thinking of staying in the Holiday Inn in Stratford for a couple of nights. Any comments on the hotel? Also would appreciate any suggestions of places to go with Stratford as a home base. We are two adults traveling with two 12-year-olds. We think warwick castle would be good and maybe Alton Towers. Any ideas on these or other places? We will have a hired car.

      11 Answers May 20, 2009 at 10:54 AM
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      What to do in the Stratford area

      by diamond_skies Online Now Oct 31, 2008 at 7:35 AM

      We are headed to Stratford next weekend and have been several times before so we are trying to find things to do in the surrounding area. We were in the Cotswolds in April so not sure we want to go back - unless someone can recommend them in November? Bournville has been suggested. We would probably give Cadbury World a miss (being a big Green & Black's fan I couldn't really show my face there!) but would the town itself be worth a visit? What about Warwick? The castle is waaaay too expensive to visit but what about the town? I guess what I am trying to find is someplace that would be a nice day trip from Stratford where we can have a dander about and take photos and might have some lovely autumn colours. Any ideas?

      31 Answers May 24, 2009 at 9:42 AM
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      What are some great Cotswold villages to visit?

      by amandajayne81 Online Now Jun 27, 2008 at 11:41 PM

      I have about 2 days to see some Cotswold villages in September. I like the look of Chipping Campden and Broadway (and of course Stratford-upon-Avon) but am wondering if I am missing out on any other must sees. I am travelling with mum and we are more interested in short walks (less than 5 miles within villages or in the countryside), and looking at lovely houses, etc than being inside museums. We will have a hire car. Sorry to have to post this in the Stratford-upon-Avon section. I couldn't find a 'Cotswolds' section.

      12 Answers Oct 16, 2008 at 12:56 AM
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      Getting from Stratford to Birmingham Airport early Sunday morning

      by wombles Online Now Feb 8, 2008 at 12:49 PM

      Hi, I've got a 9am flight booked from Birmingham on a Sunday morning. I've since discovered that not only does the bus outside my house not run into Stratford on a Sunday but the first train isn't until about 8am. Any bright transport ideas??

      2 Answers Feb 9, 2008 at 6:19 AM
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      Boscote Guest house

      by clarecas Online Now Jun 18, 2007 at 4:35 AM

      Hi,Has anyone stayed at the Boscote Guest Appartments?Do they provide you with basics to start you off in the kitchen? Thanks very much, clare

      2 Answers Jun 18, 2007 at 9:57 AM
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      In desperate need of a hotel!

      by clarecas Online Now Jun 14, 2007 at 1:15 PM

      Hi I was just wandering if anyone could help me. I'm a student and I'm travelling with a friend to stratford for three nights and are looking for cheap accomodation preferably not too far from the town centre. Unfortunately everything I've found is way above our budget, do you have any suggestion of hotels/hostels?or sites that can be helpful? Thanks very much, clare

      4 Answers Aug 23, 2007 at 12:31 AM
    • Injured Birds on the river

      by cazw16 Online Now Jun 2, 2007 at 2:38 PM

      I was walking near the river tonight and spotted an injured canadian goose with a bad leg. It couldn't put weight on it and didn't look to be able to swim. Do people check the birds over at any time? I heard that they were looked after but wasn't sure if they just fed them. I hate seeing any animal hurt so hope that people do check them, because Stratford isn't the best at night and would hate for it to get hurt. Your response would be much appreciated. Kind Regards Caroline Wright

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      Restaurant

      by robine Online Now May 1, 2007 at 6:54 AM

      We're going to the theatre this Saturday to celebrate my mother's 87th birthday. Could anybody recommend a good restaurant for dinner after the show? Thanks in advance, Robin

      4 Answers May 3, 2007 at 11:52 AM
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      Hertz car rental in Stratford

      by londonlover Online Now Mar 31, 2007 at 11:41 AM

      Hello, I see on Hertz car rental's website that they have a pick-up office at 1 Abbey Road in Straford-on-Avon, but I can't find any evidence of that on Stratord's websites, including the official tourist site or the railway station's site, so I'm a little suspicious of Hertz's claim. :) Can anyone verify that there are Hertz cars typically available to hire near the rail station in Stratford? Thanks, Tara

      1 Answer Apr 1, 2007 at 5:12 AM
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      Nice Hotel in Stratford upon Avon

      by kmuffle Online Now May 26, 2006 at 1:36 PM

      I am looking for a nice hotel there is no cost limit. It is for my in laws they are over 60 and would like a hotel with maybe some entertainment in the hotel in the evening, but with in possible walking distance to everything as I would like them to just park the car up and not need it again until they are going home.

      3 Answers Sep 13, 2006 at 3:02 PM
    • Holiday Inn Stratford upon Avon...Any comments?

      by HildaP Online Now Apr 19, 2006 at 7:33 AM

      I am traveling with 4 12 year old children and was thinking of staying at the Holiday Inn Stratford..Is the place good for children? Has anyone stayed there that can give me any input on it? Thanks :-)

      4 Answers May 28, 2006 at 1:03 AM
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      Monk's Barn Farm.

      by lou31 Online Now Jan 2, 2005 at 1:24 PM

      Hello....Has anyone stayed at a B&B called Monk's Barn Farm just south of Stratford. I am thinking about booking a 3 night stay there but would like to know a little bit more about the place. I would be grateful of any tips on B&B's in the area. Also I have heard of a place called the Shire Horse Centre. Is it worth a visit? Thanks in advance and cheers..............Louise

      4 Answers Jan 13, 2005 at 8:14 AM
    • Do you know this pub?

      by Silverarrow226 Online Now Dec 12, 2004 at 8:01 AM

      My husband and I had the time of our lives, way back in 1988, visiting with the locals at a Straford pub called the Fox Inn. They invitied us back again for 'Quiz Night'. I would love to take my kids there but don't remember where the pub is located. Does it even have the same name? Can anyone help? Thanks

      7 Answers Jan 4, 2005 at 10:12 AM
    • laundry service?

      by Silverarrow226 Online Now Dec 10, 2004 at 10:53 AM

      Can anyone tell me if there is a laundry service located in or near Strafrod-upon-avon that we can drop off and pick up the same day? Looking for the same thing near the West End of London. What would this cost? Thanks, Debbie

      1 Answer Dec 28, 2004 at 3:34 PM
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      Cotswolds tours

      by lou31 Online Now Oct 23, 2004 at 8:29 PM

      Hi to all, I will be in Stratford mid May next year and am trying to organise an itinery for my UK holiday. Can anyone tell me if I can get some sort of tour either day or overnight to the Cotswolds from Stratford? Also if I hired a car how far is it to places such as Broadway or Evesham and how long would a drive take? One more thing.......Can I catch a train from Stratford to Scotland and if not which would be the nearest station? Thanks in advance.........I'm in a bit of a pickle about how to best see the Cotswolds in 3 days. Cheers..................Louise

      3 Answers Oct 24, 2004 at 10:23 AM
    • Getting to Stratford-upon-Avon

      by Yuna_11 Online Now Apr 26, 2004 at 10:23 PM

      Hi, does anyone know how to get from the Warwick Castle to Stratford-upon-Avon? I know they are just about 8 miles away but does anyone know if there's a local bus that runs btw the two places? Thanks so much!

      1 Answer Apr 27, 2004 at 2:32 AM
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      Royal Shakespeare Company 40 Pound credit note

      by SleepyAngel Online Now Jul 2, 2003 at 5:25 AM

      Anybody wants the GBP 40 credit note for only GBP30? It'll be valid for 6 months (till about Feb 04). My friend stood me up on the trip and I don't need that credit note. Anyone wants it?

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      Room for rent

      by new_hope30 Online Now Dec 31, 2002 at 9:44 AM

      I am looking to rent a guest room in a home for the months of April and May, 2003, in either Stratford-upon-Avon or Telford. I need to be near public transportation in that I will not have a car. Does anyone have a recommendation as to how I can go about finding such accomodations? (Please keep in mind that I am making these arrangements from the U.S.) Any and all help would be greatly appreciated!! Thank you, Camille

      2 Answers Dec 31, 2002 at 2:31 PM
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      what not to miss

      by adinda Online Now Sep 27, 2002 at 3:32 AM

      Hi everyone, I'm planning a trip to Straford-u-A in a couple of weeks and I'm wondering if anyone has good tips about things to do, places to eat, to stay, things we shouldn't miss,... I'd like some good info! Thanks, Adinda

      3 Answers Sep 27, 2002 at 4:17 AM