i forgot to add in my original post..

my company already bought the ticket (their policy dictates all travel to be booked through their designated travel agent).

i am flying nonstop from sfo-ams and nonstop on the way back, so i can't even do the memphis thing!

so, although these are very good suggestions, i can't benefit from it this time..

thanks though!

[This message has been edited by cabrits (edited 06-26-2000).]