Hey Foy, thanks SO much for all that info. Its going to take us a while to digest it all but we will take on board everything you've said. I didn't realise it would be a busy time in that region, so will try to plan ahead as much as possible. Hubby would like to see some NASCAR, so just waiting on the 2013 calender to be released to see if we can tie that in, and the footy match was one thing on my "do see" list, so you've nailed that! The other thing I was thinking I'd love to experience is some Gospel music - preferably in a church setting (the real deal - not something staged for the tourists which I know you can do in NYC) - but also respectful of the fact this may not be appropriate - anyway any advice on that front would be great. Thanks again for all the info, it really is a fantastic site for a novice like me, and its only through the generosity of folks like yourself that makes it work. Just can't wait to get over there now!