Thanks for all of the information. Ozstamps, to answer your question, I am just transfering from an American flight from ORD to a Virgin Express flight to Shannon on the way to Ireland. I have a layover of three hours so I hope everything goes right. On the way back to the States I am staying the night in Brussels. I get in BRU about 2 PM and leave about 3PM the next day. I have decided to stay at the Sheraton at the airport instead of messing with baggage on the train to town. I have only been to Brussels once and that was for only a few hours about 10 years ago. I guess people have some really strong opinions about this city. Is there anything worth seeing? Also, I am flying Business class on the way back to ORD. How is the lounge that AA uses (I believe it's BA's). Thanks again for the advice.