SuperSlug - I understand the hotles with a crappy bar, but I have been known to travel with a bottle of a really nice single malt.
BTW, I love the bartenders that say they have any scotch I might want, even offer a free glass if I can name one they don't carry. I usually just mention Clynelish or Tobermory - it's rare to see these outside of the Highlands.

nologic - this comment will really shake you - when I tasted the 30 yr old MaCallan (which you might like, MacCallan just isn't one of my favorites), the tasting was $15 for the entire event - we tasted 6 - 8 malts and Famous Grouse Gold Reserve. I literally walked away from the tasting with the biggest grin on my face I've had in years. The event was sponsered by a local liquor store and was held at Oak Hill Country Club (where the 1995 Ryder Cup tournament was held) with hot hors d'ouerves. $15 !!!!!

Larry