We are headed for SXM for our seventh time next month. YEAH! I am growing fearful that rising airfare will soon price us out of taking our favorite vacation. I booked our flight last January for $681 per person (direct AA flight from CLT). The flight for next year is listed at almost $750.

Several years ago we thought we would save money and fly Spirit. We vowed never again. Does anyone possess some secret wisdom they can share with us about finding a better price?

Additional info: We could fly out of Atlanta if necessary. We love the direct flight from CLT but are willing to make several stops. We like to go in Sept - Oct when the island and beaches are less crowded.