tuctraveler

Thanks for all the input. I knew this was against the AA rules which is why I was asking the question - I needed to know how this worked in reality.

For those suggesting the cruiseline, I did check. The cruiseline charges extra fees if you do not fly home the same day as the cruise ends. Unless you book a hotel through the cruiseline. Also not a good deal on the hotel. I had also checked the other airlines so knew that was an option.

The way it worked out is

through cruiseline ~$600
one way on AA ~$900
round trip on AA ~$600
HA or ATA one way ~$350


So option is either a round trip on AA or another airline.

I want to thank everyone for the input.