Ben, from the US asks: does anyone have a good idea for a small, inexpensive hotel, apartment anywhere on the Riviera where I can stay for a few weeks in February 2003? I will be on the Costa del Sol during January and take the train to France. My plan is to fly to Paris early in January and return to USA sometime late in February. In between I will travel by train. To contact Ben, e-mail him on: BenDukes@msn.com

John from Wales says he is planning his first trip to south west China. Can anyone tell him the best time to travel is in the Spring? Has anyone any experience they can share with John? If so, please e-mail John on jjd2428@hotmail.com

Marie from France asks if anyone can help her find a website concerning accommodation in monasteries. If anyone can recommend any websites or other info and contacts, please contact Marie on: mariegus@club-internet.fr

(Marie, the Beetle says as one suggestion, you search on Paradores in Spain as these hotels are often based in coverted old forts, castles, convents and monasteries.)

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