Jamon -

Kaukauna here... you're getting lots of good advice here. Here's a checklist of what to expect.

Planes out of ATW are relatively small. If you're packing a carryon, they'll probably have you check it as valet at the boarding gate, which you'll have to pick up at the jet bridge in Atlanta. Minor inconvenience.

ATL to MBJ does not always depart from the international terminal. Last month, our Appleton arrival was at Terminal D, and MBJ gate was in Terminal E.

ATL is easy. You get from one terminal to the other underground. Check the display at Atlanta on arrival to determine your MBJ departure gate, then find the nearest stairwell to get underground. If it's a D to E thing like ours was, it's a leisurely walk. If MBJ does depart from a more distant terminal like the international, then take the train... it's very easy.

Relax on your flight, but you will have to fill in your Jamaican immigration forms before you land. HINT... bring black or blue pens with you for this.

On arrival, have your passports and completed immigration forms ready. Someone at the entry to Immigration Hall will check your paperwork and direct you to a line, or hopefully, to an automated kiosk (much quicker). Don't be afraid to ask for assistance.

After you have finished up in immigration, proceed to the luggage carousels. Again, check the displays to see which carousel your luggage will be on, but bear in mind, they don't always follow what the display says.

Once you have your luggage, proceed to Customs. If you have nothing declared on your forms, find the shortest GREEN line. Once you hand them you're form, head over to the transportation area.

Here is where you need to keep your head screwed on straight as a n00b. Not sure of your transportation arrangements, but be aware that this can be very competitive and none of these guys are above stealing someone's fare. Be sure that the ride you get is the one you arranged.

Coming home is similar, but be aware that I&C here in the states can be a pretty intimidating process to the uninitiated. Don't be afraid to ask for assistance. If you have any questions, feel free to contact me chris dot bevers at sbcglobal dot net

Oh... and congrats!