Just back. Saw -

Hannibal but not for long coz, oddly enough, it was cold and wet:-( Nice place though.

Amana Settlements. Worth it just for the family style food:-)

Springfield. Abe Lincoln Museum is a gem. Bought a tin whistle from a souvenier shop attached to Abe's office - The first I have ever bought from such a place that was actualy playable!

Lamberts - Great food and good atmosphere - Agree about the portion sizes. No wonder ol' man Lambert died young.

Tunica - Just outside Memphis. Stopped at one of the casino hotels. Fabulous value for money as long as you don't gamble!

Memphis, Beale Street, riverfront, trolleys. Could have stopped a week there but the two days we had were great. Dunno if I would like when 20,000+ descend over the weekend. Cold beer and soul food in BB Kings. Beer and blues in the Rum Boogie cafe. Great gumbo and soul in the Kings Palace. Big Ass beers and outside entertainment were my favourites though.

McGurks in St Louis. Didn't catch the live music - was too early and left when the tornado siren sounded! Corned beef and cabbage was good but someone needs to tell them that Irish fish and chips does not comprise of fish goujons and crisps!

Wonderful time all round and thanks again for the advice.

Cheers

Dave.