Our flight home from Maui on Southwest 5136 OGG-HNL was a somewhat unusual one, as far as my experiences with the airline have been. Between the load factor, the aircraft, and the weather, this was far from what I usually come to expect, both good and bad. … [Read more...] about Review: Southwest 5136 OGG-HNL
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Southwest Purposely Loses Money in Hawai’i
Hawai'i is a rough market for airlines, especially those that operate routes entirely within the state. Interestingly, we've recently learned that Southwest purposely loses money in Hawai'i as part of its grander strategy in the islands. … [Read more...] about Southwest Purposely Loses Money in Hawai’i
Southwest Airlines Faces Additional Scrutiny
Following United's time spent under a microscope for its recent safety lapses, another airline is ready to take its place as Southwest Airlines faces additional scrutiny due to its recent spat of in-flight scares. … [Read more...] about Southwest Airlines Faces Additional Scrutiny
Big Changes Are Coming to Southwest
As it tries to fend off an activist investor who has no idea how to run an airline, big changes are coming to Southwest Airlines in an attempt to improve its financial performance, as well as to enhance its customer experience. … [Read more...] about Big Changes Are Coming to Southwest
Enter to Win 1 Million Rapid Rewards Points!
Recently, Southwest Airlines reached 1 million followers on Instagram. I was shocked that they didn't already have that many followers, but that's beside the point. This is especially true as the milestone is why you can now enter to win 1 million Rapid Rewards points! … [Read more...] about Enter to Win 1 Million Rapid Rewards Points!
The Future of Southwest is in Jeopardy
Southwest Airlines is a love-it-or-hate-it airline. It offers a barebones style of service but also provides free things that no other airline in the U.S. does. However, the future of Southwest is in jeopardy as an activist investor attempts to change the very character of the airline. Why? For short-term profits, of course. … [Read more...] about The Future of Southwest is in Jeopardy
Review: Southwest 3524 Honolulu to Kahului
To kick off our visit to Maui post-fire, we hopped on a quick flight with Southwest Airlines. Specifically, we chose a mid-morning departure, Southwest 3524 Honolulu to Kahului. Thankfully, things weren't too crazy despite us traveling during a typically busy time on one of the busiest travel weekends of the year. … [Read more...] about Review: Southwest 3524 Honolulu to Kahului
Southwest Sends Ancillary Fees Soaring
As someone that frequently travels with a large carry-on to help transport my photography gear, I'm a frequent user of some of Southwest's optional fees. Unfortunately, news that Southwest sends ancillary fees soaring puts into question how much longer I'll be able to do so, especially if and when my travels pick up again. … [Read more...] about Southwest Sends Ancillary Fees Soaring
Review: Southwest 851 Hilo to Honolulu
Oh boy! I've been working on this trip report for nearly a year now! Alas, it's time to wrap it up with a review of my flight home: Southwest 851 Hilo to Honolulu. … [Read more...] about Review: Southwest 851 Hilo to Honolulu
Is Southwest Cash and Points Worth It?
Recently, Southwest Airlines gave us the ability to combine cash and points to pay for flights. But unlike some hotels' schemes, Southwest's system is a bit inflexible. As such, is Southwest cash and points worth it? Let's dig in and find out. … [Read more...] about Is Southwest Cash and Points Worth It?