Ah, The Great American Vacation. On the surface, it’s
something rather abstract, obtuse even, but ask anyone you know what those
words mean and they’ll tell you without hesitation.
My dad, for example, will instantly launch into the story of
the time my grandparents piled him and his younger brother into the family
station wagon for an eight-hour, 500-mile trip to the Grand Canyon. Two boys... read more
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What’s Your Idea of “The Great American Vacation?”
By: Austin Morton, Guest Blogger 
May 28 2013
Ah, The Great American Vacation. On the surface, it’s
something rather abstract, obtuse even, but ask anyone you know what those
words mean and they’ll tell you without hesitation.
My dad, for example, will instantly launch into the story of
the time my grandparents piled him and his younger brother into the family
station wagon for an eight-hour, 500-mile trip to the Grand Canyon. Two boys... read more
Featured in Spirit: April Eats
By: Austin Morton, Guest Blogger
Apr 30 2013
Every month in Spirit, our inflight magazine, we present you
with something new to nosh on. April's indulgence is Habanero Coriander
Pickles from Searsucker in Austin, TX. But first, a word from executive
chef Brian Malarkey:
“Searsucker
started in San Diego. Last fall, we opened in Scottsdale, and this
month, we’re coming to Austin. It’s social dining: All three locations
have an open... read more
The Kids at YOLA Rock!
By: Austin Morton, Guest Blogger
Mar 20 2013
This month’s Spirit
cover story is all about the rock stars behind Youth Orchestra LA,
a nonprofit initiative that supplies underprivileged children with free
instruments, instruction, and, not to mention, profound lessons about pride,
community, and commitment. If you like the sound of that, check out the full story here.
Or simply scroll down for a few outtakes from our photo shoot. Play... read more
Spirit's Guide to Spirits
By: Austin Morton, Guest Blogger
Dec 13 2012
And Now for Your Own Crafting Session Spirit Magazine selected four of the finest handcrafted American spirits, then asked top bartenders to create a cocktail that perfectly complements each one. Ready to shake things up?And Now for Your Own Crafting Session... Spirit Magazine selected four of the finest handcrafted American spirits, then asked top bartenders to create a cocktail... read more
Spirit in November: Origami, Snacks, and Drinks... Oh My!
By: Austin Morton, Guest Blogger
Nov 26 2012
Every month in Spirit Magazine, we feature a signature drink and snack combination, as well as an origami activity. Check out the slideshow to learn how to make an apatosaurus, byrrh & brandy, and sage lemon ricotta fritters.
Photo Courtesy: Adam Voorhes
read more
Thrilling Advice from Peter Heller
By: Austin Morton, Guest Blogger
Nov 14 2012
Peter Heller isn’t one to shy away from an adventure. In fact, he’s made a career out of thrill
seeking. Voyaging to Antarctica with eco-pirates, white-water kayaking in
Tibet—you name it, he’s likely done it.
Recently, at our request, he put his survival skills to the
test on a 10-day Caribbean cruise for Spirit’s
November issue. You can read how he fared here.
We caught up... read more
Everywhere, America
By: Austin Morton, Guest Blogger
Nov 05 2012
A roller-skating rink, a Laundromat, a Vietnamese banquet
hall. Believe it or not, these places have a common thread: Each of them is a
polling station.
In the November issue of Spirit, we introduced you to
patriotic photographer Ryan Donnell, who
took it upon himself to document the peculiar venues in which we cast our
votes. Now that Election Day is nearing, we thought we’d give you the... read more
LUV, from Spirit: 40 Days of PRIZES!
By: Austin Morton, Guest Blogger
May 31 2011
A few months ago, the Spirit
staff was tasked with commemorating Southwest’s 40th anniversary,
which takes place on June 18, 2011. I’m sure that, at least once, each of us nervously
asked ourselves, What could we possibly
do in the magazine that would capture the impact Southwest has had over the
past four decades? We wanted something fun (it was a birthday celebration, after all),... read more
Latest LUV Mail
From: Cynthia Moynihan
Tampa,Florida
An Act of Kindness
May 20 2013
Going to an airport and getting on a plane and traveling to
unfamiliar territory takes on a whole new meaning when one...
