They would be wasting their times if they tracked each and every reservation. Remember this the passenger seated next to you could have paid a higher or lower fare. It's not discrimination people it's who chose to book their trip at the right time. Look if you were so obsessed with getting the best fare you would be sitting at home all day long. You would be shocked that websites such as Orbitz is selling a 1 way fare from Europe on Luftthansa for $2,500 dollars but by going to another website you can get the 1 way for around $700 etc.

Just book the fare that fits your needs at the time and be happy. Just know to look over all possible options and itineraries before you book. Once you've found the best itinerary that meets your individual needs then book it. Just because the Jones's down the street paid $500 more for the same ticket does not mean you have to pay the same price if you book it at the right time and for the right price.

Begin doing a price analysis and look over as many resources as possible. Go down to your brick and mortar travel agency, call consolidators do whatever it takes to get the best airfare. Remember QPR Quality Price Ratio. If your willing to forgo frequent flier miles and go with lots of restrictions to save money then do so.

I'm afraid a lot of FT members here are so obsessed with earning miles but that comes at a premium. I'm not bashing you as I love earning FF miles but if it came down to an inexpensive ticket without miles and a nice holiday I would take that over staying home any day.

You just need to do whats within your means at the present time. That is why airlines have First Class, Business Class and Economy Class. That is why there are different fare basis for the same flight . If you see L,M,N,Q,T etc you will get the less expensive flights but may not earn miles and get restrictions.

I have found out here that there are some FTers who would steer you in a different direction to earn miles by booking a higher fare code but what works for them may not work for you. You have to evaluate every transaction you make and ask yourself the pros and cons.

Let's say you saved on airfare and you could extend your vacation I'm sure you would not mind losing some FF miles that you can earn on another trip.

I'm in no way trying to bash the people who like to earn miles. I love earning miles but will do anything to save money even if it means driving down to Los Angeles to catch an international flight.