Destination '98? Donegal.

Why? Have you been there before? Me, yes. Family, no.

Travel companions? My family.

Any special pre-holiday purchases? We have rain gear.

Who packs your bags? I pack for one. Kristi packs for four.

Three things you won't travel without? Good book, mobile, and all important phone numbers.

One thing you always forget? I never forget!

What book are you planning to take? A.J.P. Taylor's Struggle for Mastery in Europe 848-1918.

Favourite aspect of holidays? Being outdoors and out of the office.

Pet holiday hate? Meeting the man in the pub who has been waiting a lifetime to tell Dick Spring his problems.

What do you bring for emergencies? Kristi!

Your best holiday ever? The Grand Canyon and the American mid-west, by RV (recreational vehicle).

Your worst holiday ever? So far, so good.

Best thing about coming home? It's always great to return to Kerry.

Worst thing about coming home? Two or three days catching up with the pile of post.