Just another reason why I love this board...my friends and co-workers would say "Why would you want to go to a different country?"

Might consider Canada...I like Toronto, but never been to Montreal. I like to 60% loads! Niagara Falls (I insist on the Canadian side) is actually on our list of places to go within the next 12 - 18 months. Costa Rica - hmmm...my toddler is the reason I didn't get to go last time, so that might be a good choice. Guatemala also sounds good. But Korea? That's probably gotta be the one the really surprised me! Definitely hadn't considered visiting. My last visit wasn't that pleasant (a fever of 104 didn't really help), and I honestly have never thought about returning. Maybe I should consider it. I like the idea of a place that fawns over children (mine are 9, 7, and 2). A homestay is definitely what I'm secretly hoping to do - just seems like the best way to experience a different culture.

Thanks for the ideas! And keep them coming! I've got places to start looking into now.