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Shade...I understand you...I also have a journey next month and planning to take backpack, as the luggage isn't included in the cost. It is vety hard for me, because I love taking everything useful with me. ... View more

@SWDigits wrote: @emcadam2 a resource for you this morning if you're interested.  You can check the real-time status of your friend's flight from ATL to BWI using Flight Aware here.  It looks like the plane for her flight is almost to Atlanta (click on the link at the top of the page that states, "Where is my plane now?") that's cool, thank you! I'll share that with her as well. I'll watch her flight while I wait here in buffalo haha ... View more

Sample receipt with LUV voucher and travel funds as payment   here is a sample email receipt when using a LUV voucher as well as travel funds as payment.     Hope this helps Blake  ... View more

@MauiWowi57 Southwest just announced that they've completed the schdule updates through August 5th.  Blog post is here. ... View more

  @emcadam2 wrote: Thank you @bec102896 ! I have a couple of questions - you mentioned the mobile boarding pass. Since I will be out of Canada, I want to try to limit my cell phone usage (text, calling & data) as much as possible. Do I need internet access to get my mobile boarding pass?   Yes, but you can use wifi.   Is there a way for me to get a physical one printed when i arrive at the airport?   You sure can.   Also, in regards to water bottles - am I allowed to bring an empty reusable bottle in my carryon and fill it once I am past security? I'm try to avoid disposable bottles as much as possible 🙂   Yes you can. It's the smart thing to do, instead of overpriced drinks t the airport. ... View more

If you do not want to board as a disabled passenger but want to come as close as possible to guaranteeing seats together, I would suggest buying early bird check in.  It is not a guarantee though, especially if a crowded route.  However boarding together before the A group boards is probably gives you your best chance, especially if you know you need it.  You might add extra anxiety by not knowing, and you could even do both to reduce worry if you so choose.   ... View more