Thanks guys...
Slim slag - understand entirely & gather that the airspace is busy there. Thanks for the options and the tip regarding fuel.
Snapper - from your 'number 3' item - am I right in saying that they will issue the temporary license there and then? I am only in the US for a week but have day 1 entirely to myself so would need to do it all in one day really!
Any comments on the insurance issue or does the temporary US PPL license mean that I am then covered on US rental aircraft?
Edited to say thanks to Mr Proach!
Steve