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11-13-2017
07:45 AM
That is the guidance if you want to board together. Obviously as discussed at length that isn't stated in writing anywhere by Southwest. I had missed this thread earlier, I'm amused by the concept of "Schroedinger's Seat" @chgoflyer.
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Southwest sells re-usable big blue bags for $17 that you can put strollers or car seats into when you check them. (Or both might fit in one bag.) You can also buy your own bags elsewhere and use them. It is your choice to check any of these items at curbside, the ticket counter, or gate check - mainly if you want to use the items inside the origination and destination airports then go with gate check, otherwise there isn't much difference. For gate check, you'll go through security like normal and when you get to the departure gate go up and request a gate check tag - they can put this on the blue bag if you choose to buy one - you need to do that before boarding so that you can drop the checked item at the end of the gangway, don't wait to get your gate check slip and to wrap the stroller until people are already lining up. Two adults can board with a young child between the A and B groups.
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Yay! I called and received a $41 travel credit. That may be good enough for a quick flight to Northern CA next year. Thanks!
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11-05-2017
04:20 PM
11-05-2017
04:20 PM
Leaving soon as well. Gone is the commitment to good service and on time arrivals. They have become just another airline. Sad to see a great airline become apathetic and lazy.
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11-04-2017
09:21 AM
11-04-2017
09:21 AM
Happy Anniversary! Glad it went smoothly, if taking a few extra steps.
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11-03-2017
01:29 PM
NOT THAT CLOSE....ANDit is an airport already there just have to make a destination why drive for hours when right there...
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11-02-2017
04:21 PM
You never have to state to a Southwest employee what your disability is. The questions they will ask when you request a pre-board slip are, do you need assistance boarding the plane, or do you need a specific seat. If you answer yes to either you pre board. If you simply need more time getting to your seat, you are asked to board after the A group and before the B group.
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11-02-2017
10:52 AM
I would think they could change it. That said if you have a passport with your old name you could always use it to board and still change your normal ID. It would be a hassle but doable.
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11-01-2017
05:18 PM
11-01-2017
05:18 PM
On that last part, you'll probably want to leave something on your seat to show that it is taken, just in case you are delayed getting back to the plane for whatever reason. They will usually allow you to get off and back on with a driver's license.
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Even as a relatively seasoned Southwest flyer I hadn't noticed the distinction about changing a refundable fare making it non-refundable until someone (probably yourself @chgoflyer) mentioned it on one of these boards.
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10-31-2017
12:07 PM
10-31-2017
12:07 PM
Regarding the subject line, in my own account I recently had checked that the base points were labeled as TQP and when I looked at "all points" the numbers were higher, so my understanding is that the 25% and 100% bonus for A-list and A-list preferred respectively won't count towards TQP the next year.
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Twitter would be great, @SouthwestAir and they may ask you to DM some more specific information about the flight. (i.e. don't put confirmation number or personal information on regular twitter, only DM that directly.)
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10-31-2017
05:08 AM
10-31-2017
05:08 AM
Could you get it on your phone instead? All, or nearly all airports can take mobile boarding passes from smart phones.
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10-30-2017
08:57 PM
10-30-2017
08:57 PM
FAA regulations require alcohol to be served by a flight attendant and consumed while onboard. Southwest's interpretation is that alcohol must be given opened. In rare instances an FA may stray from policy.
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10-30-2017
01:32 PM
10-30-2017
01:32 PM
If there isn't a battery component to the equipment then I think it would be allowable. TSA has some extensive guidance on batteries which you can search and also find on prior threads here pertaining to batteries, but with inverters I think you are referring for instance to a device that can take 12VDC power from a vehicle accessory port and make 120VAC for conventional plug devices? If there is a battery component, then it most likely would be carried on instead of checked. Maybe you can describe the equipment a little more for more detailed feedback.
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10-30-2017
11:04 AM
Did you use this number? Can I check the status of my baggage online? Currently, this option is not offered on southwest.com. To check the status of your lost/delayed baggage, please call 1-888-202-1024, and a representative will provide you with a current status.
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10-29-2017
12:17 PM
Yeah, that's where I messed up. I should've saved it right when I got it. I must've deleted those emails because I went through all of my emails in my inbox and the deleted ones but still couldn't find them. I'll give them a call to retrieve it.
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10-29-2017
11:26 AM
I enjoy the traveling, but I know what you mean, I'm tired! Business travel will slow down the rest of the year for me, but now we'll go into the opposite mode of using points to fly visiting family.
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10-29-2017
11:12 AM
10-29-2017
11:12 AM
Have you completed both legs? It does count as two for Tier Qualifying status after travel is complete. For instance, the A-list preferred basis of 50 flights could be earned by taking 25 round trip flights. These are for paid flights - if you booked any of your legs with points these obviously don't count towards the total, could that be why you are missing one somewhere? This wouldn't apply towards a RT flight, but maybe the missing one is actually a one-way that you flew on points earlier?
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10-29-2017
11:08 AM
10-29-2017
11:08 AM
The ads are still valid because you can have more than one Chase RR Visa among the different levels. I think you would have put your Rapid Rewards number on the credit card application. If a new account was created for you with the credit card, check with Southwest about merging the two accounts.
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Also the points accrue during a calendar year, so if you are close right now you may want to try and earn it this year even if you may not use it until next year. Otherwise the earned point basis will reset Jan 1 and you'll be trying to earn it again.
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10-26-2017
05:33 PM
10-26-2017
05:33 PM
Verify your statement closing day of the month was the same - i.e. all the previous cycles may have been on the same day each month, but the most recent one could be different? If they are all the same then check in as advised. If this most recent one was later, wait that many more days to check in.
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10-25-2017
03:06 PM
10-25-2017
03:06 PM
Companion Pass tickets can be added anytime after you earn CP as long as tickets on the flight are available, use of CP is not tied to when you book your own ticket, and it isn't added automatically for each purchase you make. If you aren't 100% sure about making CP in time for the flight, you can book the companion on points now and then cancel the points booking after you earn companion pass, then book the companion ticket.
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Basically for 15k points you need: WGA fares at 6x points you'll need to spend $2,500 - this is probably exorbitant if these aren't flights you would otherwise be taking. BS fares at 12x points you'll need to spend $1,250 - this is much better, especially if you have the chance to spend your own money to upgrade to BS fare on flights you otherwise would already be taking. This might be three legs for instance, as opposed to WGA fares you'd be taking 10 or more legs to spend $2,500. As @TheMiddleSeat has pointed out on several similar threads - make sure you plan to use companion pass enough to recover the extra money that you spend to achieve it. You can also use Rapid Rewards shopping which could close the gap, but might be difficult to get 15,000 points solely through that method. https://www.southwest.com/rapidrewards/how-to-earn
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10-20-2017
07:03 AM
Yes, TMS, that is the information I saw in the FAQs section. I was wondering if R1 is the level where the rental cars are. I have returnded cars there many times but have never seen the checkin counters.
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10-17-2017
01:00 PM
10-17-2017
01:00 PM
Each of you gets two free checked items, if the extra car seat is still below the six item limit for the three of you there won't be any question.
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10-17-2017
12:57 PM
In hindsight - it won't come up again if you maintain companion pass, but in case anyone else is reading - you might have considered booking him on points at the beginning as a backup, then when you earn companion pass cancel that one and your points are returned, and add your husband as companion. It would work with cash too as long as he'd be traveling without you to use the travel funds that you would get back when you canceled the original flight.
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10-17-2017
11:06 AM
I just had the same experience...........in the B's and paid for early bird. Wow......should have saved the money for drinks. Now I'll be sitting in a crappy seat AND I'll have no money for a beer!
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10-17-2017
10:11 AM
10-17-2017
10:11 AM
I know exactly what error you're dealing with. The reason you're getting that error is because you have to delete your rapid rewards number from the reservation. When you go in to change the name of the passenger on the ticket, you can also delete your rapid rewards number from the ticket as well. Hope this helps.
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10-16-2017
04:26 PM
10-16-2017
04:26 PM
Hi @bhagtani,
If you forgot to include your Rapid Rewards number on the reservation, you can still get credit for the flight. Just login to your account, and follow this path: My Account> Manage Account > Request Past Points
Please post a follow-up comment if you have trouble with the process!
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