It seems to me, whatever time of year it is, the Vancouver-Orlando fare is always about that much. As there is just the two of us to worry about, I can see how convenience becomes important to you. You are right, it is a gamble when to buy tickets. Because I have not been able to decide, I have been watching the fares go up a few dollars each day (and taxes add up really quickly on that). I would really like to go in January, I just have to hope there will be some deals on hotel and airfare then as there are now.