Originally Posted by Lincoln

If I didn't have a deadline I'd would have done it and just taken my time about it, using the occasion to visit POIs in states on my way to the region. I've driven out as far as Arkansas before, but this is roughly twice the distance. Just not doable. Maybe someday when I don't have a job that places time constraints on me.

I was exploring airfare and it seems no matter what city I pick to land out the fare is pretty much the same ($200 one way).

I'm wondering if I should join a car rental reward program to save money or if I should just try my luck with Priceline. I've had great success with it in getting awesome hotel rooms before, but I never tried using it to get a car rental.