We travel a lot and therefore fly a lot. I never minded the flying, but i am finding it more of a hassle every time. With the TSA, luggage issues, packing, airline prices going up, get there early, wait for luggage that often gets lost.....
Last month we decided to drive to TV... We had our own car, (didn't have to rent a vehicle) did a priceline on the hotel and got a 5 star for about $85, could have spent less had we known the area. It was a beautiful drive and we spent much less to do it! Oh.... and we are in Illinois. The only reason I would fly it in the future, is if time was an issue.