Goin' on a roadtrip in the US... yehaaa....

[wgc]

This might help too

http://www.rome2rio.com

Also just to clarify, I meant to type "Austin city limits". A great show on pbs featuring live music.

http://austincitylimits.com

But lots of great advice here, you can't really miss.

[pryde]

I am half way between St Louis and Chicago. I would be glad to show you some hospitality if you come through my neck of the woods.

[cooder]

Thanks again for the hints!

I am half way between St Louis and Chicago. I would be glad to show you some hospitality if you come through my neck of the woods.

... and even more thanks for the generosity, much appreciated! I'll let you know how we go with the travelplans and if you make it down here, please come around too, Pryde!