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Should I Get TSA PreCheck? Here’s Why & How

After my husband and I ended up in the fray of long security waits one May in San Diego, right at...

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A woman is sitting on a Southwest airplane and using her cell phone for text messaging.

Southwest Text Messaging: Your Guide to This Free Service

Southwest Airlines is known for its many freebies, things for which other airlines charge like changing your flight and checked...

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Southwest Flight Schedule Open Through November 2, 2024; Book Your Summer Flights Now

Ready to book your Southwest flight? I’m sure you’re waiting for the next release of the Southwest Flights Schedule! Keep...

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What’s It Like to Fly to Hawaii on Southwest Airlines

ALOHA! It’s been a bit since Southwest started their Hawaii flights and I want to tell you all about it...

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When Will Southwest Release October, November and December 2024 Flights?

When will the Southwest flight schedule for October, November and December 2024 flights be released? The airline has currently opened...

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Do Southwest Points Expire?

By Stephanie Antin One of the biggest challenges in the points and miles game is keeping track of when points...

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The Ultimate Guide to Bryce Canyon National Park [2024]

With only two million visitors per year, instead of in two months like some other national parks, it might almost...

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What Is Southwest Business Select?

If you see Southwest Business Select as an option when booking a flight on Southwest Airlines, you may wonder how...

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5 Outstanding Southwest Airlines US Destinations to Visit in 2024

Where should you travel in 2023?  Here are some of our family’s favorite U.S. destinations that we have visited while...

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7 Not-to-Miss Consistently Cheap Southwest Flights

How often do I check Southwest fares?  If I have a flight booked, most of the time, it’s every day! Or,...

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Check in Southwest Simplified: Everything You Need to Know [2024]

Southwest Flight Check-in stress you out? You’re not alone! Or maybe you’re a first-time flyer on Southwest, wondering exactly what...

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One Day Itinerary for the Grand Canyon South Rim [2024]

Visiting Grand Canyon National Park should top everyone’s bucket list. It’s awe-inspiring and a fascinating exploration of nature and history....

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