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Featured in Spirit: April Eats

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!

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

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!

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

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

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!

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