ralf, always a pleasure to hear from you. Yes, I think a week or so before to nail things down is an excellent idea.
chrissxb, I look forward to meeting you.
I've had two PMs from others who'll be around MUC this Xmas. Looks like we've got some great opportunties for meet-ups.
Originally Posted by Spiff
And what am I supposed to tell the 'rents? That I'm bailing out after Christmas to go running around Germany with beautiful, smart, travel-savvy women? Hmm.. they might put me on the plane themselves....

You should be so lucky.