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Whitney Eichinger

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Easy A? Yes, please!

Jan 24 2013
Many of you heard the news that we are offering Customers the opportunity to purchase available boarding positions in our A1-A15 boarding group.  We tested this option, Upgraded Boarding, in San Diego last month. Customers loved the opportunity to upgrade their boarding position on the spot.  With a successful test behind us, we launched Upgraded Boarding coast to coast this week! What... read more

What's Up at the Southwest Porch at Bryant Park? ...Trivia!

May 22 2012
Do you like summer fun, trivia, and hanging out in Midtown Manhattan under the stars? Then do we have a treat for YOU!  Beginning Wednesday, May 23, Southwest Airlines will launch its “Summer Cult Movie Trivia Festival” at the Southwest Porch at Bryant Park!  We’ve teamed up once again with our fine partners at Bryant Park and ‘wichcraft to bring in some folks who know a thing or two... read more

What’s Up, Porches!

May 11 2011
If you’re out and about in either Denver or New York City, you’ll see our Southwest Porches up and running.  This week we are hosting opening celebrations in both locations.  In New York, we are celebrating a couple of new things this season.  Our fabulous food partner, ‘wichcraft, created a fresh new menu for the Porch and they added in a weekly cookout.  We tested it out... read more

Sneak Peek: Grace Potter & the Nocturnals

Apr 14 2011
What do you get when you combine a fabulous location, perfect weather, and incredible new music?  For me, you get a mental picture of green grass, and a warm summer night at the Southwest Porch at Bryant Park where, in August, Grace Potter and the Nocturnals rocked the night away as part of our fantastic relationship with The Artists Den.  Check out the video for a sneak peek!... read more

A Whole Lotta LUV!

Feb 06 2011
UPDATE:  The winner of this contest has been selected and notified!  Thanks to everyone that participated!  We’re excited to announce the latest secret show from Southwest’s partner The Artists Den!  Next Wednesday, Feb. 9, Robert Plant will rock a very intimate concert in Nashville for some very lucky fans. As you all know, Southwest has a Whole Lotta LUV for our... read more

Holiday Traditions

Dec 23 2010
I’m a sucker for holiday traditions.  I love to hear all about what other families do at the holidays. I love to cook and love to eat, so each story gives me a new idea to add to my own holiday menu. Earlier this month, I was attending a work function, and the subject of holiday traditions came up. I was surrounded by folks from places in Texas further south than my East Texas upbringing, and... read more

Southwest Airlines' Gary Kelly Addresses the Wings Club in New York City

Dec 15 2010
Southwest Airlines Chairman of the Board, President & Chief Executive Officer Gary Kelly shares his thoughts on Leadership, Growth, and the Future of the Southwest Brand. Gary Kelly addressed today a room full of aviation executives at the Wings Club in New York City and shared what the future looks holds for Southwest, as it enters its 40th year.  Among many topics, Gary announced ten... read more

Now Showing at the Southwest Airlines Porch in Manhattan

Jul 15 2010
And we’re back with the next edition of what in the wild world of wonder is going on at the Southwest Porch at Bryant Park in New York City.  Over the past year, we’ve partnered with everyone from ourselves to the California Travel and Tourism Commission for events on the Porch, and each event has been incredible. Today, we embark on an entirely new adventure at the Porch with our first... read more

Southwest Airlines and the NBA Finals--It's On

Jun 02 2010
For all you NBA fans, especially fans of the Lakers and Celtics, this is your week! The NBA Finals tip off on Thursday, and Southwest Airlines is taking part in the action! As the official airline of the NBA, Southwest Airlines has the proud opportunity to deliver the coveted Larry O’Brien trophy to the Finals' cities. Today, the trophy landed at LAX aboard Slam Dunk One! Southwest Airlines... read more

SkyMall and the Southwest Porch in New York City

Dec 15 2009
So, by now I’m sure you’ve seen the awesome cover of SkyMall that is currently onboard our airplanes.  If you haven’t, stop reading this and get on a Southwest flight pronto.  You don’t know what you’re missing.  If this is not possible immediately, you’ll have to just be temped with the photo of the cover. What’s on the cover you say ?   Well, that’s right, it’s the beloved Slanket!  We... read more