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Give them a call.  They may be able to covert them over.  Or just wait for the RR points conversion. ... View more

Point well taken.  I know it's not the SAME thing, but the recent sale in points had me fixated on the relative value of "regular" price vs 45% off.   Indeed, transferring travel funds to points "at the current rate" would by definition be at "full value".  It just so happens to be about half of what it would normally cost you to buy points directly.   So the only value "lost" in the transaction would be the accrual of additional points on the travel funds if used to book a flight directly. ... View more

Sorry to hear about your experience...but wow, you certainly had me captivated.  Sadly, this sort of story is all too common these days, but it definitely makes a different impression when related so eloquently.  Forceful in its softness, if you will.   If you needed  a job selling ice to Eskimos, you could probably get it.  😉   I hope your next flight is better.   If I find myself sitting next to you, I expect a good yarn. ... View more

Hmmm...blaming or even attributing this to SWA is like blaming Disneyland if you experience racism from the guy standing next to you in line for the Matterhorn.  They have no control over who buys a ticket, and little control over  bad attitudes on their premises.    Associating them with said behavior and/or expecting them to police every microaggression isn't realistic.    You can't make laws against being an jerk. ... View more

Ha, good to know it's not just me.  😁   There's some logic to it, we just probably don't know what it is.  Well, I guess it keeps things exciting.    I'll admit, though, I'm getting a little spoiled being able to move my flights around.  Having to plan three weeks or more out?  How 2019.  Well, there's always same day standby. ... View more

Yeah, that's what I would have expected.   But it definitely comes and goes for me.     I thought it was probably all gone, but then saw it was offered last night.   Then today...poof.   Glad I moved my Hawaii trip a few days ago when they extended the quarantine.   Doesn't look like I could do it now.    Guess I'll check tomorrow.    ... View more

This seems to happen to me often enough, usually due to flight changes or other issues which are even more common these days.    As stated, your safest fallback is a phone call.   But also trying the website vs the app sometimes clears up the issue.     Not so easy these days when we're all running around on our phones, but worth a try.  ... View more

No, I'm reading EXACTLY what was stated.   You are the one making assumptions.      But you're probably right.   I'm assuming people are smart enough to maintain logic,  state things clearly, understand rules and follow them.   Current modus operandi is to make a stink online whenever things don't go your way.   At that point, facts are merely roadblocks. ... View more

No, he only decided not to go when the quarantine was extended.   So as written  he'd still be going if he could do fun things.     Sounds like he's not too broke.   Yet SWA has to change their rules for him? ... View more

I hope they do condone it.   If you find it unprofessional, fly a more boring airline.     If you find it dangerous,  stop worrying about what other people do in their spare time.   Or you better start complaining about every extreme sports video on the planet.  Didn't you realize they are all much MORE dangerous?    Sigh...  ... View more

Your companion pass is good through 2021.  So, you got almost a year more than most people.  In fact, if you keep up your CP, you'll only get a year added every time you meet the requirements.    So, you're really not doing that bad.   Many others would love to have your problems.  ... View more

Why was he going to Hawaii if he has no job and couldn't afford the ticket? ... View more

As you probably know already, middle seats are open through July.   And social distancing will be followed during boarding.    But apparently Covid has a parachute and jumps out just before landing.    Because social distancing isn't the slightest concern during deboarding.   Amazing how mindless people get as soon as that seatbelt sign goes out.   Sigh... even a global pandemic can't remind them to relax and be the slightest bit courteous.      I hope the FAs will start reminding people.... hopefully with just enough SW snark to make them think twice before making a mosh pit in the aisle.  ... View more

I lost the bubble on this.  So if my Companion is A-list, should there be any issues with going standby?  Sounds like it should be okay. ... View more

Where exactly were they not meeting your expectations for racial issues?  I don't recall any complaints about this issue, nor have I ever seen any myself. So if you are saddened by something, I'd be interested to know what it is.  I think making comments like this without substance are baseless and unfair.  They didn't otherwise have any involvement with the recent issues, so why do you feel they need to be associated with them? ... View more

My sympathy for your inconvenience.   I'm glad it's quite rare with SWA, much more so than other airlines who make a habit of it.   Considering it happened to you almost 2 years ago,  it appears it was indeed an anomaly.  Maybe that's why they aren't so well equipped to deal with it.    Considering you're still harping on a four hour delay almost two years later, it seems you aren't either.  ... View more

You've now seen another example of why the average person is merely of average intelligence.      Chances are half the people on the plane are below average.   I guess the other half just follow suit without thinking.    I just sit there trying to figure out how most of them will make it home safely.   The world out there is so much more complicated than deplaning.   We may never know... ... View more

Your fake account and repetitive ramblings aren't funny anymore.    Wait, they never were.  ... View more

I think what you're saying is let people use or exchange their booze coupons for free wifi.  Yes, I agree this seems like a great idea.    I'm not sure how free wifi is otherwise implemented...do they have vouchers they hand out with one-time codes?  If so, swapping them out would be painless. ... View more

And that 2900 miles is probably over $200-300 on gas, plus about the same or more in wear and tear on your car.   Could EASILY cost you over $1000, including food and lodging.      I'm flying to FLL for$100, and will be there in a few hours.   Not a very hard decision in my book.   The politeness of the SWA employees more than makes up for the inanity of many of the passengers.    But now that you're done trolling an airplane forum and getting your validation, don't forget to change your handle to something more apropos.   I have suggestions if you need them.    Judging by your past posts, I'm sure you're just messing with us.   Happy Friday.  😃   Ps...I do want to drive across the country someday, but not whilst I have my Companion Pass.    ... View more

Except....SWA said they would let travel funds be converted to points at the current rate.   Therefore, the value would no longer be restricted to the one flyer.  When they will implement this capability is TBD. ... View more

They have a list you can see already...it's the one with the prices on it.  The cheapest flight has the most empty seats.   And why would it really matter, if you have an N95 mask?   If you feel it's useful, and are going to wear one, why exactly does it matter how many extra people you're near?   Either it works, or it doesn't. ... View more

Let's look at the odds in total.  Try to follow me here, because it's statistical logic that's hard to follow.   Option #1:  The chance of you avoiding the virus until then, but getting it on your layover, and having bad results (ie. bad symptoms, no therapy figured out by then, etc).   Option #2:  Everything else.  Getting it before then, getting on one flight vs. the other, having a vaccine or other medical solution by then, etc, etc, etc.   In other words, the likelihood after the fact of saying "If only I'd taken the direct flight" is vanishingly small.  You're talking about September.  Things will be different.    And hopefully the direct flights will be back by then. ... View more

I hear you....fees are like fines...and shouldn't be the answer.  But there's literally no way to make people be polite.  Even a deadly virus can't stop people from being brainless.   I look forward to the day my FA grabs a jacket or purse out of the overhead and drops it on a passenger's lap, saying "I told YOU personal items do not belong in the overhead bin". Or maybe he/she stands up at the end of the flight and says "How about everyone only stands up when there's room?"  Or "Let the aisle clear behind you if you have to take time to clear your things"   I will not block the aisle if the person behind me is ready to deboard.  Unfortunately, most other people aren't quite so benevolent.   Many even force themselves a few rows back to get their overhead bag.  Seriously selfish.  I'm pretty sure if they are flying SW, they aren't so important that they can't wait 15 seconds on the plane rather than holding up everyone else. ... View more

I wish they would follow these simple rules ALL THE TIME.   You think it saves anyone any time getting off the plane?  Nope.  In fact, it takes everyone longer to wait for the dullards in front of them who block the whole row.   Now you realize how clueless and selfish most people are.  Even in light of a pandemic, they can't just stay seated.    I would love it if it would incentivize SWA to start charging for overhead bin space.  Check your bags (it's free already!) or put stuff under the seat.  No fighting for bin space, blocking the aisle, and more ability for the FA's to enforce not putting jackets etc. in the overhead bins. ... View more

Uh, it's right there in the name:  "emergency".    1.  The masks can't be reused. 2.  The oxygen supply would run out and need to be replaced 3.  They wouldn't last the whole flight.   It's kinda like you wanting to use your passenger side airbag as a pillow to sleep on in a car ride.  It's just not at all practical. ... View more

If we're really doing 6ft, you're more or less left with 2 people per aisle,  every other aisle empty.   That's a pretty empty plane.  As noted, they'd have to charge a LOT more to make money, not to mention the retrofit cost.    At the current prices,  I could sit in the middle seat, put both arm rests up, and be pretty comfortable.   Legroom isn't a big issue for me, and I'm over 6'.   I agree that it's not price making people fly or not these days.  Those of us who do fly appreciate the usual SWA pricing and the generous policies.   Those who aren't flying SWA wouldn't decide to just because they tried out first class.    Don't forget... they have no drink service at all, and won't EVER have food.   I figure that's part of the allure of FC.   Also, I suspect the wry snark of SWA employees would be lost on the typical FC elite.   Might even offend some of them.    I wouldn't want to subject my SWA friends to that sort of demeaning restriction.  🤣 ... View more

@whitejane53 wrote: The only reason I use my South West Card for all my purchases is that I can get gift cards with the points. I will start using my Fed Express as they still have gift cards. Wouldn't it be simpler and more efficient to get a cash back card?   My AMEX card does just that.   I'm sure you're losing value in the transaction.   Or is this some complicated money laundering scheme I'm unaware of?  ... View more