[LWJ]

Hey Pelicans!

I am a tightwad who loves to travel. My schedule in the near future is opening up in a big way and I want to tap the collective mind.

I have been a power user of Scott's Cheap Flights (Now called Going) for years. We have had some killer deals this way.

I ran into a couple in Turkey who game the credit card points in a very meaningful way. I am looking into this and will pick their brains once they get back to N. America - because naturally, they are on yet another big trip.

Anything I am missing? My travel style is to be as non-American as possible. I don't do cruises, tours, or stay in resorts. I am all about eating local. Traveling like locals. Staying in a VRBO type location. Never check luggage. Pack a limited clothing inventory and wash my laundry in the sink if needed.

I am specifically looking for ways to extend my travel via reducing cost.

Anyone have any tips?

Thanks!