Nicholas Coleman+FollowSouthwest’s New Seat Rule: What It Means for YouHeads up if you fly Southwest! Starting January 2026, if you need extra space and buy an extra seat, you might not get that money back unless the flight isn’t full. So, if you’re booking two seats, double-check the refund rules. This is just the latest in Southwest’s makeover—first, they dropped free checked bags, now this. The takeaway? Always read the fine print before you book, especially if you want a little more elbow room. #Business #Industry #SouthwestAirlines31Share
Jerry Clark+FollowSouthwest’s Seat Policy Shake-Up: What It Means for YouHeads up if you fly Southwest and need a little extra room: starting Jan. 27, buying a second seat for comfort is going to cost more—and you might not get that money back if the flight’s full. The days of easy refunds are over, and assigned seats are coming too. If you need two seats, book early and double-check your seats before you fly. It’s a big change for anyone who relied on Southwest’s old, more flexible vibe. #Business #Industry #SouthwestAirlines6339Share
Kristin Shaw+FollowSouthwest’s New Seat Rules: What You Need to KnowHeads up if you fly Southwest! Starting January 2026, plus-sized travelers will need to buy an extra seat if they don’t fit comfortably in one. No more free extra seat if the flight’s full. Also, Southwest is ditching its open seating—now you’ll pick your seat when you book. And don’t forget, checked bags aren’t free anymore. If you’re planning a trip, double-check these new rules to avoid surprises at the airport! #Business #Industry #SouthwestAirlines4484Share
Nicholas Lyons+FollowSouthwest’s Big Shakeup: Going Global?Southwest is seriously switching things up! Not only are they ditching free checked bags and open seating, but now they’re eyeing international flights beyond their usual Mexico and Caribbean spots. They’ve started talks with pilots and flight attendants to make it happen. If you thought Southwest was just for U.S. trips, think again—major changes (and maybe global adventures) are on the horizon. Would you fly Southwest overseas? #Travel #SouthwestAirlines #TravelNews144Share
dylan15+FollowSouthwest’s Free Bags Are Back—With a TwistTwo free checked bags on Southwest? Yes, but only if you book your whole trip—flight, hotel, and ride—through their new Getaways platform. The catch: you gotta bundle everything together to score the perk. Destinations include Vegas, Cancun, Hawaii, and more. Heads up, last-minute changers: cancel less than 72 hours before your flight and you could lose some cash. Still, for vacation planners, this could be a sweet deal! #Travel #SouthwestAirlines #TravelDeals5627Share
Kelly Mack+FollowSouthwest’s Big Shake-Up: Fees, Seats & New Destinations!Southwest Airlines is seriously switching things up! First, they ditched free checked bags (now $35+ per bag), then said goodbye to open seating—starting 2026, you’ll need to pay or pick your seat based on your fare. Plus, they’re cutting some direct flights to go more hub-and-spoke. But here’s the juicy part: Southwest is finally eyeing more international destinations! No word yet on where, but it could mean way more travel options soon. Thoughts on all these changes? #Travel #SouthwestAirlines #TravelNews21Share
sperkins+FollowSouthwest’s Baggage Blunder?Southwest Airlines ditched its famous 'bags fly free' perk, hoping new bag fees would boost profits. Instead, ticket sales took a nosedive, and travel experts are calling out the airline for picking the worst possible time to make the change. While Southwest claims the new fees are raking in cash, experts say slashing base fares to keep seats filled means the bag fees aren’t the cash cow they hoped for. Did Southwest fumble its signature move? #Travel #SouthwestAirlines #TravelNews3524Share
Jamie Watson+FollowSouthwest’s New Vacay Hack: Free Bags!Southwest just dropped Getaways—a one-stop shop for booking flights, hotels, and even car rentals, all in one go. The best part? You get to check two bags for free (total throwback vibes)! You can jet off to spots like Vegas, Hawaii, or the Caribbean, and if your plans change, you can cancel for credit or tweak your trip with no change fees up to 72 hours before takeoff. Is this the comeback we’ve been waiting for? #Travel #SouthwestAirlines #TravelDeals120Share
dylan15+FollowSouthwest’s Big Getaways Reveal Coming Soon!Southwest Airlines is dropping a major travel bombshell on August 19—Getaways by Southwest is finally getting its full reveal! After months of teasing, we’ll get all the juicy details on their new in-house vacation packages, covering 30+ destinations like Vegas, Hawaii, and Cancun. Perks? Think free checked bags, flexible changes, and using Rapid Rewards points for packages. Are you ready to book your next escape or still salty about the recent policy changes? #Travel #SouthwestAirlines #TravelNews50Share
Kristin Shaw+FollowSouthwest’s Route Cuts: What It Means for YouHeads up, travelers! Southwest is shaking things up and dropping six direct flights from St. Louis, including routes to Little Rock and Oklahoma City. If you’re used to quick, no-fuss trips, this might mean more layovers and longer travel days. The airline says it’s part of a bigger strategy shift, but for now, pack some extra snacks and patience for your next trip! #Business #Industry #SouthwestAirlines70Share
