A straightforward approach wins you bargains at the beginning of the week. Try something as simple as just asking for a special rate or the lowest fare. Your good humor makes people want to help you out. The exchange of ideas rather than money is favored on wednesday and thursday. Let others buy their souvenirs while you're collecting new concepts and hilarious stories. Beware of leaving your bank card in an atm or your hotel key on a hiking trail this weekend. Material things tend to get away from you now. Be extra careful or have a traveling partner handle the money and carry the essentials.