One more thing -- to all the people whining that they can't check in online from the destination leg of their trip, do what we do. Call a relative or friend on the phone and have them check in for you. Then all you have to do is reprint your boarding pass at the airport. Voila! How often are you outside of phone coverage 24 hrs. prior to your return flight?
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As a parent of small children and a person savvy enough to know that you simply MUST check in online to ensure a good boarding group, I applaud this change in policy. I despise the line-camping that the old policy encouraged. I can't tell you how many nasty confrontations I saw between people jockeying for position in the "A" group line. I for one will greatly appreciate being able to check in early online and know that my numbered boarding pass will ensure me a good seat selection at boarding time WITHOUT having to endure ugly arguments and cranky passengers who've been holding their spot since 5am for a 7:30 flight.
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