Tag: Southwest Airlines
Southwest Adds Santa Rosa Service, Debuts Wine‑Friendly Program
In tandem with the route launch, Southwest Airlines will debut its “Sip and Ship" program, allowing travelers to check one case of wine at no additional charge.
The Industry’s Biggest Stories This Week
From the conflict in the Middle East to pushback on Southwest's new seating policy and leadership insights ahead of International Women’s Day, we put together another roundup of industry news to keep you informed.
Southwest Faces Pushback on Assigned Seating One Month In
Just one month after ending its open seating policy, Southwest Airlines is already refining its newly implemented model following customer backlash and complaints.
Is Individual Weight Loss a Gain for Airlines?
With public enthusiasm for GLP-1 growing and waistlines shrinking, airlines are pondering what a lighter load means for saving fuel.
Austin’s Capital Improvements to Elevate Meetings
Austin execs share major updates about the city's infrastructure, hospitality growth and a new brand identity.
Hilo Reconnects to the Mainland via Southwest
After Big Island lost all mainland flights three years ago, new service from Southwest will start in August 2026.
In the Air Today: Airline News
Planners, here's some airline news that may impact your clients' meeting and incentive journeys in the coming year.
Thanksgiving Air Travel: Good News & Bad News
There's good news and bad news about holiday travel following the government shutdown, depending on who you ask.
New Rules for Power Banks at 35,000 Feet
Powering up on international flights? You may get shut down by new rules regarding potentially hazardous power banks.
Southwest Airlines Updates Group Travel Policies
Southwest Airlines is implementing changes to its group travel policies that impact deposits, reduction allowances and baggage fees.
Southwest to Limit Extra Seat Refunds for Plus-Size Passengers
Southwest will introduce assigned seating under a new policy that also tightens refund rules for plus-size passengers.
Southwest Airlines Will Start Assigned Seating
Open passenger seating—a hallmark of Southwest Airlines’ customer experience for more than half a century—will go away in early 2026.
Southwest Airlines Goes from Zero to $35-$45 for Checked Bags
For decades, no fees for a first or second checked bag was a pillar of Southwest Airlines’ brand. No more.
New Airline Rankings May Surprise You
A new WalletHub report ranks U.S. airlines according to 14 key metrics, including everything from price to pet safety.
