The worst airport experience we've had in the last 5 years or so was at CDG. If I never go through that airport again - it will be too soon.

If I had the money to afford a private jet to Europe - I wouldn't worry about my carbon footprint (even rich liberals don't worry about their carbon footprints when they're hopping around the world in their private jets).

Larkin - we have booked a room with a view of the harbor. Our air and hotel is set. Will probably start to think about restaurants in a few months (reckon a lot of restaurants won't book more than 30 days in advance - much less 7 months in advance!). Robyn