After reading over these great suggestions I'm more excited than ever to be planning this short stop over.
Now, any suggestions on how I can get in and out of Europe without paying the carrier-imposed fees? I have on hold 2 coach awards using AA miles flying BA CLT-LHR and BSL-CLT with taxes and fees of $464 for the 2 tickets. Or is this question more suitable in another thread.
thanks again for all the great ideas and suggestions, much food for thought!