Thanks for the suggestions, keep them coming. I meant to say I would treat him to a 3 day 2 night trip, got the numbers backwards not that it really makes any difference.

I like the idea of stuffing the brochure in a water bottle. Very creative!

Now of course I have to hope he picks the "fun" gift for Christmas. I gave him the choice between something he needed (a new printer for his computer) or a "fun" gift (this trip). If I know him, like I think I do, he'll pick the fun gift if not I'll give him the trip for his birthday present.

I figure I'll be his personal SAG when he takes this trip unless he invites me to tag along on my bike and then I'll work out the logistics of planting my car at the "finish line."

I hope he enjoys this - he needs to get away and simply spend some time on his bike, not fixing other's bicycles or servicing as a ride captain for our local bike club (he enjoys both but everyone deserves some time doing what they love to do).

Thanks again and I look forward to future suggestions.