Tom, dart game sounds great, may try that!!! We watched "The Way" with Martin Sheen years ago, I remember saying when we can spend 4-6 weeks abroad we should consider this!! There is a northern route that looks a lot more scenic than the primary. Might have to watch that movie tonight!

Carol congrats on the pup! Ours have always required careful planning for travel. We have used Rover.com twice this summer because family is becoming less and less available. We had 2 very good experiences with Rover. Luckily my mother in-law is available to house/dog sit in September!