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Katie McDonald

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Southwest and AirTran Connect Networks

Mar 18 2013
Hopefully you all had the chance to read Brooks’ blog post on Feb. 14, 2013, and watch as our boss Beth flew on a connected itinerary.  We were pretty excited to announce that we were on our way to connecting the Southwest and AirTran route networks.  We started operating those initial connected itineraries (which went on sale Feb. 23) on March 10.  Well, time flies, and I’m... read more

The Artists Den Season 5 is Here!

Oct 05 2012
Another fabulous music season is in the books for our friends at Live from the Artists Den, and we’re excited that Season 5 kicks off tonight with Norah Jones! As the Official Airline, we had a blast this spring sharing our LUV for music and beautiful historic venues with Southwest Customers, and we can’t wait for all of you to see the magic come to life on the small screen.  Check out... read more

The Southwest Porch at Strauss Square

Sep 19 2012
Texas is known for its hospitality and so is Southwest Airlines.  So what better way to show our LUV and appreciation for our hometown than by giving Dallasites a place to relax while enjoying a concert or movie at AT&T Performing Arts Center’s Annette Strauss Square? Situated behind the Winspear Opera House along Woodall Rogers,the  Southwest Porch at Strauss Square will... read more

Soaring a Mile High: Introducing Colorado One

Aug 22 2012
We took our “LUV” for the Mile-High State to new heights today by unveiling Colorado One, a Boeing 737-700 emblazoned with the Colorado state flag! The aircraft is a testament to our great relationship with Front Range Customers and a tribute to our Colorado-based Employees.Colorado One was unveiled at a ceremony at Denver International Airport (DIA) with more than 500... read more

On The Fly: An Inflight Surprise

Jul 12 2012
Traveling and enjoying live music are often cited as great passion points for our society.  Pair them up to create a live concert in the sky, and you’ve got quite a story…one that’s told on TLC’s season finale of On the Fly, tonight at 9/8c!   As the official airline of Live in the Vineyard, Southwest partners with various artists to provide the ultimate in-air entertainment... read more

The Artist's Den Season Four: Now Showing in Your Living Room

Feb 03 2012
We’ve been writing for a year about Southwest’s integration during the filming of Live from the Artists Den, and we’re excited to let you know that Season Four premieres today, Friday, February 3 on PBS stations nationwide!!  In Santa Monica, Adele starts the season off with a bang!   read more

Diet Dr Pepper on a LUV Jet Near You!

Jan 25 2012
Okay, we all have products that we are crazy about...most Mac owners scoff at using a PC.  If you’re a Colgate person, you probably wouldn’t dream of using Crest.  My mother-in-law can’t live without OxyClean.   But family issues aside, my little daily joy comes in a 12 oz. can (unless it’s been a really long night, then it’s a 20 oz. bottle) of Diet Dr Pepper.I’m apparently... read more

Kid Rock Goes to Graceland, TN

Dec 15 2011
We’ve written before about Southwest’s great partnership with the Artists Den which has allowed us to send some of our Customers, Rapid Rewards Members, Corporate Clients, and Employees to exclusive and private concerts around the country where they were able to hear from Adele, Death Cab, and The Fray just to name a few.  As our partnership continued this year, we were able to treat some... read more

Last-Minute Vacation? We'll Help! [Fare Sale Alert]

Nov 01 2011
We’re closing in on the end of the year: Do you have some extra vacation you need to burn?  Know you’ll want to escape the snow for some sand & waves?  Are your skis itching for fresh powder?  Well, now is the time to book that winter vacation as Southwest today announced a sale with fares as low as $59 one-way to select destinations nationwide. These incredibly low fares... read more

Low Fares? The Right Call! [Fare Sale Alert]

Oct 18 2011
At Southwest Airlines, our low fares are the right call! Today, we are excited to kick-off a 72-hour sale with fares as low as $35 one-way!  You certainly can’t throw a penalty flag on that play. For 72-hours only, you can purchase one-way tickets for $35, $65, $95, or $125 based on length of travel (additional taxes, fees, and exclusions apply). For travel up to 450 miles, fares are $35... read more