Well, I've planned out the itinerary for Peru, Sacred Valley, MP, Lake Titicaca, etc. with the help of Patricia at Perutravels. We are leaving July 2 and will return July 10. Although I cut the trip for Mrs. Outoftown and myself from 10 days to 8, the Pueblo Hotel from 2 nights to 1, this is still going to be the most expensive vacation we have ever taken by a factor of 2. My FT value-oriented sensibilities are upset due to my inability to game the system to get a bargain. Except for the award rt to Lima, we are basically paying what anyone else would pay. Am I wrong to feel slighted? I'm an FT'r so I am better than thou at the art of the travel deal I'm so used to getting free flights and hotels the last 10 years that having to spend over $500 for a week's vacation now makes me queasy. FT has spoiled me to the point I get more pleasure now in finding the "deal" trip than actually going on the trip. I'm afraid I may always think of the cost of this trip first before I think of what I experienced while there.

If anyone else will be there the same time, PM me and I will share our specific travel plans so we can have an impromptu dinner (or share a hike together!).

Outoftown