Originally Posted by
CrazyJ82
Might this be a case where it's better to go through a TA instead of self-service online? A good TA would be able to apprise you of the precise fare rules before booking and can make sure you have a fare that allows this stopover if necessary.
Thanks for the advice. Yes, I should have thought of this, but I do all travel stuff myself on-line and have lost the habit of using TAs! But it is a good idea to check with TA in advance, like you say.