Yes, i personally have never found any of the booking theories to work for me. Last summer i kept an eye on fares regularly and bought when they dipped a $100. a piece one day. My drive to Boston is about 3 hours, and if i leave a day earlier and return a day later i can save $300, but spend it back on the lodging, but at least i'm getting more vacation!

I've also have been holding my breath that the fares don't go the wrong way, so i should lock it in soon.

Thanks for your input