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Happy Thanksgiving!

By: Meghan Blinn Meghan Blinn

Nov 23 2009
I love the holidays.  Whenever someone asks, “What’s your favorite holiday?” I don’t have to even think...it's THANKSGIVING!  What's not fantastic about a day set aside to be grateful?  In my family, we have maximized the day by cramming in so many traditions that we go home exhausted, stuffed, and so very thankful for all the blessings in our lives. We start the day by running in a local turkey... read more

Top 5 Holiday Travel “Don’t Forgets”

By: Adrienne Yurdyga ayurdyga

Nov 20 2009
1. Allow extra time to get to the airport. Just like your favorite shopping center, the airport is “the place to be” during the holidays, especially on peak travel days. Though our Employees and airport personnel will be working diligently to ensure a pleasant airport experience, we recommend that you allow yourself a bit more time than usual, as many folks will be traveling during holiday time.... read more

The Southwest Porch...Now Open for Winter!

By: Whitney Eichinger weichinger

Nov 19 2009
Who’s ready to sip hot toddies, snuggle in a Slanket, and toast ‘smores?  That’s right, you are!  This week we opened up the winterized Southwest Porch at Bryant Park in New York City.  Many of you were with us when we opened the Porch in June.  It was so popular that we added some heaters, a fire pit, and even created a new menu so the summer fun could continue into the winter! This time of... read more

Hold On, I’m Rapping

By: Steve Heaser sheaser

Nov 18 2009
Have you called our Customer Support & Services lately? Do you read the airline industry blog called FlyerTalk? CS&S is the Department at Southwest formerly known as Reservations—but that Department does so much more now than make reservations, we had to rename it. FlyerTalk is a blog about the travel and airline industry and the two of these come together on this episode of Red Belly... read more

I’d Rather Be Skiing than Working…Epic Contest

By: Lindsey Reynolds lreynolds

Nov 18 2009
If you’re lucky enough to be traveling this winter season, you might find yourself bogged down with some heavy baggage: skis, boots, and poles, perhaps?  Unless you’re living under a rock, you’ve probably noticed other airlines charging an arm and a leg for you to fly with your bags—let alone your sports equipment. I don’t want to brag (who am I kidding, of course I do!) but Southwest Airlines... read more

Southwest Flies Home to Wisconsin

By: JessicaTurner JessicaTurner

Nov 17 2009
"Go Pack Go!" "It's On!" Two of my favorite cheers collided on November 1 when I had the pleasure of attending the Southwest Milwaukee tailgate party to celebrate Southwest's opening in the land of cheeseheads. Wisconsin happens to be my home state, and Milwaukee is where my entire family resides, so I couldn't be happier about Southwest's newest destination. The tailgate... read more

The Must-Have Southwest Fall Accessory!

By: Marilee McInnis minnis

Nov 16 2009
The fashionable accessory for this fall season is the new Southwest Airlines pet carrier.  Seen in the trendiest of places--like the airport and onboard Southwest jets--the new carrier recently provided a dash of color to Gary’s Halloween costume, and Lloyd the cat was seen modeling one right here on the Southwest Blog.  If you are traveling with your furry four-legged friend, you can... read more

SOUTHWEST AIRLINES CONFIRMS PASSENGERS ARE NOT SUPERSTITIOUS: AIR TRAVEL NOT HINDERED BY FRIDAY THE 13TH

By: Paula Berg pberg

Nov 13 2009
Southwest Airlines can confirm that passengers are NOT avoiding travel today, Friday the 13th.  Traditional superstitions appear to have been cast aside by many travelers still looking for a low fare and great Customer Service. Initial reports indicate that Customers are not avoiding row 13 on the Southwest Airlines fleet today, nor has the date prevented flying altogether.  In fact, the bag... read more

SEND US YOUR “VACATION INSPIRING PHOTOS” FOR A CHANCE TO WIN

By: ahalton ahalton

Nov 12 2009
Don't forget! Southwest's VIP Contest ends Friday, November 13th! There are times when you see a picture of a beautiful landscape, a charming café, or the bright lights of a big city, and it makes you just want to grab your bags and go!  We’re looking for your “Vacation Inspiring Photos,” or VIP’s, to feature on our Travel Guide, with great prizes for the best of the best. Submit your... read more

Southwest Airlines Employees Give Turkeys to Feed Thousands

By: Brad Meuli Brad Meuli

Nov 12 2009
At the end of the first week in November, the Denver Rescue Mission was gravely concerned about the lack of turkey donations. Thousands of homeless and low-income men, women, and families were counting on us. We wondered if it was even possible to collect 6,000 turkeys by Thanksgiving.  Five lonely turkeys sat in a freezer that could hold thousands.  Then along came Southwest—specifically, the... read more