I was blessed with southwest when I was able to pay a round trip from Minneapolis to Phoenix and back for a $121!
@Travelog
3 жыл бұрын
Yeah there have been some insanely low prices for sure!
@MuffyCouture
3 жыл бұрын
Did you have to show a covid 19 test result to fly?...I know some states require that or a 10 day quarantine or for you to quarantine the duration of your stay whichever is less...but how do you prove that you've quarantined...do they ask for any documentation?
@Travelog
3 жыл бұрын
In this trip, no. I went to alaska earlier in another video and they do have strict testing requirements. Chicago has a 14 day quarantine in place which I followed, but other than a sign in the airport there’s no enforcement.
@mstrmren
3 жыл бұрын
Lol very interesting seeing that „Low cost“ Tickets are so expensive in the US. In Europe You pay like 7-15 USD for a 3 hour flight.
@spark_6710
Жыл бұрын
That's a super great price !! 👍 👍💜🥁🐉🎤🎶✈️💞
@natemcdonagh3760
3 жыл бұрын
At least they care about cleaning that tray table 😂
@Southwest_923WR
3 жыл бұрын
I work at DAL, and THAT and DISINFECTANT spraying are #1 priorities for cleaning crew!!! It can be stressfull sometimes considering, but it gets done!!! Count on it!
@extremelylargeslug4438
3 жыл бұрын
I work for SWA and it’s been a stressful year with threats of furloughs as you know how the company negotiated with our unions. I will say, though, that I love working for SWA. I do have confidence in our leadership and we do have genuinely loyal customers whom I love seeing often. Yes, when we’re happy where we work, it shows in our faces and demeanor. Thanks for the video.
@Travelog
3 жыл бұрын
I can only imagine, and while I do bash airlines and airline policies quite frequently, I mostly reserve my fire for airline leadership. I can only imagine what this year has been for flight attendants, and have great respect for everything you and your colleagues have been through. I just flew SWA again yesterday in fact, MDW-DAL-SAT (great plan I know!). Yes a day late and delayed flights, but everyone from the agent helping me rebook to the airport gate agents to the flight crews were all fantastic as always. The MDW-DAL crew in fact gave perhaps the most hilarious safety briefing I’ve ever seen. Glad you enjoyed it, and stay safe!
@dknowles60
3 жыл бұрын
you know that South West has some of the smartest Unions in the us and they under stand EMC 101 very good
@Gqboy731
3 жыл бұрын
We only serve water because to limit our customer contact. Once or twice through the aisle rather than constantly being in the aisle. Thank you for flying with us! Much appreciated!
@Travelog
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, and I get that, I don't mind at all. It's just funny where different airlines draw the line. United for example feels its perfectly fine. Though any familiarity with this channel and you'll see I don't tend to agree with Kirby's decision making...
@Travelog
3 жыл бұрын
Indeed and I do think that’s a part of it for sure. A beverage service by construction has everyone removing masks at the same time. I’m just one who likes to “follow the science,” so it’s funny that for southwest Covid transmits via soda but not water, while for American alcoholic beverages are apparently a transmission vector… you’re also right about people, and airlines (including southwest) are now even delaying alcohol for purchase due to misbehaving passengers. It is a shame for sure.
@Southwest_923WR
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for positive input, and for the most part factual, only issue is at 4:44, there is a choice of soft drinks, 5-6 choices since about a month after outbreak. Hard drinks were the only ones discontinued at start of COVID. Thanks for your good vibes about SW, makes me feel so proud to be a part of the winning team!👍🏿
@Travelog
3 жыл бұрын
Glad you liked my thoughts on LUV! I must say though that the "only water" isn't a singular occurrence, there was still only water on the 4 flights I took, changing only recently (still only got water on PDX-ORD as recent as March 2021) You are right on the alcohol and I understand the hesitancy on that one for sure given the... unfortunate situation with passengers. But I appreciate all you do, and hope Southwest never loses its mojo!
@beaubritton4362
3 жыл бұрын
Yes, my husband was out of town 35 weeks a year. He had to take Southwest because he worked for the state of california. He became a top tier customer for Southwest. Here is a key, Southwest offers a companion pass to their top level customers. So when he was going to a city I like, we could fly together, and stay a good hotel, for NO extra cost. I didn’t like southwest in the beginning, mainly due this cattle car approach, but he always got to board in the first group and he would save me a seat. Now I rate them 7/10.
@Travelog
3 жыл бұрын
Indeed the Companion pass is one of the great perks of Southwest, and either through flying or credit cards it's not that hard to get. If I had it I'd absolutely fly all over every weekend. I just need a plus one to fly with me first...
@michaelstemniskiaviation2665
3 жыл бұрын
I think you’re right on how Southwest is going to be expanding and becoming the major airline of the US for many people. I have several flights bottle some in 2021 and I’m really curious to see if they changed ever since them not blocking middle seats over the summer.
@Travelog
3 жыл бұрын
Yeah I'm really not sure about that. I'm about to hopefully book one of the new flights out of ORD which (I hope) will be nice and empty. We'll see!
@beaubritton4362
3 жыл бұрын
Ya, no more middle seat block. The one thing I don’t like about Southwest is a high probabilty that the flight is over sold and every set is filled. At least that was my experiience over flying to any California cities for 10 or more years. Great business model. Priced resonable if you know and can plan ahead. The one real positive, they purchase well built aircraft (737 Max as an outlier) from Boeing so I feel safe
@syrinacrockett8290
3 жыл бұрын
Southwest is my first choice in airlines also with my family.
@FrankRuiz66
3 жыл бұрын
I use to be an American Airlines loyalists.. My company needed me to fly out of Memphis to Las Vegas.. Then a couple of weeks later to Los Angeles.. Southwest, despite a couple of minor hiccups, won me over.. You're a human being and a customer on Southwest.. The others seemed to have forgotten they are transporting Humans.. 2 bags.. Very FEW fees.. Southwest will eat up Chicago business
@goblincamper2004
3 жыл бұрын
My wife and I flying from Las Vegas to Denver in May and we booked our flight on Southwest. It will be the first time I fly on Southwest. It will be our second flight during Covid-19. We flew on Frontier in September.
@Travelog
3 жыл бұрын
Hope it goes well! Do note that things have changed since this video (and even today's). Southwest is back to filling all the seats and is doing its old boarding again. Still, I felt quite good about the flights.
@charlesnicholson7539
3 жыл бұрын
9:03 I've also noticed this, and the truth is that, at least in the U.S., there is no such thing as a "full service" airline anymore. All of the airlines have the same goal: minimize costs and maximize revenue, that's why flying is mostly all the same in most regards. The only business model in existence other than "low-cost" is "ultra low-cost."
@Travelog
3 жыл бұрын
That's completely true. Honestly Southwest is more "full service" than any other US airline because of the free checked bags and changes.
@imv12hoops
3 жыл бұрын
I rather southwest it is the best, I landed a southwest in a game before, it is so easy
@Dutchbird757
3 жыл бұрын
Going to US for the first time this year if all goes well. Never really considered Southwest as a viable alternative. I will now!
@TriggerHappyTev
3 жыл бұрын
I love working for southwest we treat all customer with the most respect and they treat the employees with respect as well. We clean the tray tables before ever flight. The planes are deep clean every night as well. We respect everybody bags and try our best to prevent any damages. Two free check bag is the best.
@Travelog
3 жыл бұрын
Indeed, I'm quite positive on Southwest (and will be in today's video as well). While I'm not happy one bit with the no-announcement devaluation of Rapid Rewards this week, Southwest flight and cabin crews have always been the best in the US. Thanks for everything you do!
@wickedlester2743
3 жыл бұрын
"It was not entirely followed" = Welcome to the airline industry.
@richwhippersnapper
3 жыл бұрын
Best airline for Tampa - Denver
@ohareplanespotting
3 жыл бұрын
I finally got to start filming them at O’hare!
@Travelog
3 жыл бұрын
Indeed, I flew the flight in from PHX last week. Working on the script as we speak! It's a strange sight for sure, even the captain made a joke about it feeling weird and he'd need to make sure to land at the right airport.
@ohareplanespotting
3 жыл бұрын
Cool. I am curious to see that video.
@williamwalls3253
3 жыл бұрын
My best friend ❤️ always fly southwest he love it he say thats all he fly
@jackwinters6216
3 жыл бұрын
I feel bad for Scott... LOL
@Travelog
3 жыл бұрын
Ha I’m just teasing. Just flown SWA into ORD and working on the video. I’m even snarkier in the current version, debating if I should tone it down or not. He’s one of the few other flight reviewers that I sometimes actually watch, I just happen to disagree here.
@foxpresso
3 жыл бұрын
1) hello demonization 2) I agree Southwest will win and become the main choice for all and have used them on routes where my main carrier doesn't fly to. Personally, though, being so used to first class upgrades, I'm going to be dragged kicking and screaming into flying Southwest with everyone else in 10 years, when they likely become the only option besides Delta and Spirit
@Travelog
3 жыл бұрын
1) Ha well it says it's still kosher, though yes any mention of the bug and you get that warning. We'll see what happens. 2) Totally get the first class upgrade preference. I guess it's just what you're used to. Living in the middle, flights to either coast just aren't that long for me (and too short for clients/employers to pay for first most times). And even then I had elite on American, going between ORD and DCA meant I had upgrades clear....once. Just for the vast majority of regular travelers who fly 1-2 times a year, I think it's a pretty compelling value proposition.
@spark_6710
Жыл бұрын
LOLOLOL Your friend said that of Southwest vs United was so funny !!! I agree 👍 💯 Lol. I've met people insisted on flying w/ Southwest & Northwest & Jetblue !!! Always one of those 3 !! Lol. If they insist ! Lol. I had confronted United airlines flight attendants back in the late 80's & early 90's for their poor services & laziness & careless carefree attitudes & their condescending manners !! Even though my English was not great in the 80's !! I told them they sucked big time & horrible that they should had been ashamed of themselves !! Lol👍👍💜🥁🐉🎤🎶🙏🏼🎃💞
@PAUL-A
2 жыл бұрын
I have flown southwest off and on for the past 3 years or so--not so much during covid but before & after for sure. Since COVID hit, I have yet to have an on-time flight with southwest, I have flown 8 different times in the past year (5 of those trips on SWA) and not one left on time--2 were cancelled, the other 3 were more than an hour behind schedule. I'm not impressed with Southwest, I'll stick with Delta, Frontier or American at least I have a better shot at getting airborne on time, and my Delta tickets have been cheaper.
@ryanbean7209
3 жыл бұрын
This might sound like a "spoiled" reason to *not* choose Southwest, but I don't think I'll ever be loyal to them unless they put in power outlets or USB ports. Even Sun Country is putting in USB ports. Yes, I get why they didn't put in ports and don't plan on it, but I think they should keep up with the times. As much as it pains me to say it, but if it was between Southwest or AA Oasis/UA on a transcon, I'd probably choose AA/UA. Maybe I'm being "spoiled," but I appreciate a charged phone, especially when my phone dubs as my IFE screen :)
@Travelog
3 жыл бұрын
That is a very valid point, especially since they are putting in literally the same seats as American. Next up is jetBlue, and I make a big deal about the IFE and in-seat power and free wifi.. American (really US Airways crew) got dragged to the in-seat power kicking and screaming, but they did get there. I travel with a battery bank and southwest flights aren't that long...but that's just me rationalizing. You're right, and I wish they did to.
@ryanbean7209
3 жыл бұрын
@@Travelog Oh 100%. Back when Southwest introduced the Heart interior, I thought the would decide to go the USB route. (re: your point about that they're the same seats as AA's. Though I think Oasis was introduced after Heart). I've done the battery pack route too on Southwest. OAK-BWI is a loooong flight! HA!
@Love2Cruise
3 жыл бұрын
It’s a “low cost” carrier because it doesn’t have business class seats and lounges for fancy corporate travelers. For us plebeians flying in economy SWA is much better and way more people friendly.
@Travelog
3 жыл бұрын
Indeed, just flew them again yesterday. We'll see what happens with the (likely permeant) decline in business travel.
@bais6844
3 жыл бұрын
Southwest is the best airline I’ve ever been on. Affordable, clean, and free bags. United is expensive and confusing. I’ll only fly Southwest
@Travelog
3 жыл бұрын
Indeed and you're not alone in that. That's the same with many of my friends. It's something Scott Kirby (United) and his excel spread sheets will seemingly never understand...
@kimberlyx4060
3 жыл бұрын
While dreaming…If they purchased some 787s and went to Europe, I would do it. I love them for domestic flights. If at O’Hare of course! I don’t believe MDW can take those wide body jets.
@Travelog
3 жыл бұрын
You're right it can't the runway is on the short side as it is!
@lrg3834
3 жыл бұрын
If I were a board member of Southwest, I'd be pretty satisfied with the content of this video. However, if I worked for any of the other competitors instead, I'd be a little concerned and nervous. You made a good case to fly Southwest all the time if all you desire is solid economy experience with no strings attached. So how much is Southwest paying you for this fine advertisement again?
@Travelog
3 жыл бұрын
Ha, hardly, though I do have a fair amount of Southwest credit for canceled flights. Southwest absolutely has its issues, from it's treatment of women in the early days to maintenance issues on high cycle aircraft. I even just made a rant about their really scummy miles subscription program. I just normally don't talk about them much, but in the US they are my go-to choice. I just don't tend to film it because it's always the same. I've also never seen an airline in the US with such a fanbase and number of friends/folks I've dated saying they will only fly them. I'm fortunate enough living in Chicago that I have a lot of options. MDW/ORD-DCA is my most flown route, and my normal practice is to check American's price, pull up Southwest, and if Southwest is anywhere close book Southwest. Especially when Southwest had flexible tickets and American did not.
@lrg3834
3 жыл бұрын
@@Travelog , the last statement of my original comment is a joke, btw. Your report is balance and fair. Cheers!
@thomassalois3508
3 жыл бұрын
Southwest doesn't nickel and dime you will like a lot of other airlines
@Travelog
3 жыл бұрын
Exactly...you know exactly what you are getting...and I and many others value that.
@johnhu1329
3 жыл бұрын
Wonderful video, as always. This makes me want to fly Southwest more, but as a SkyTeam international frequent flyer who only takes domestic trips occasionally, I’ve been stuck with flying Delta and crediting them to SkyTeam. What’s your opinion in this sort of airline loyalty? Overrated?
@Travelog
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Right now I'm completely agnostic with no status. Years ago I've had the old Platinum on American, which I matched to Alaska for a year. I think...it depends. I have used perks like free same day standby, premium seats, priority check-in, and lounge access even on economy tickets (non-US for Oneworld), and those have been some great perks. But for domestic US flying? Personally I don't put that much stock in domestic upgrades (flying between ORD-DCA on AA I got upgraded once in a year). I know several people who swear by their Delta Diamond for seat selection and upgrades. But Delta miles themselves...are skypessos most times. I'm focusing on Alaska and American miles personal (by not flying) just because their redemptions are more interesting than Skyteam...at least where I want to go in the short term.
@_.twixxx
3 жыл бұрын
o’hare is now gonna get the southwest effect bcuz they’re now starting flights to o’hare
@Travelog
3 жыл бұрын
Indeed the first flight was today! “LUV” for Valentine’s Day. I’ll be flying southwest to O’Hare in the next few weeks hopefully, and will see what it’s like in terminal 5.
@Cars-N-Jets
3 жыл бұрын
I still really wanna fly SouthWest. My family & I are going to Florida for spring break and my Mom is flying to Saint Louis then to Fort Myers on SouthWest. And then later the same day on the 16th my brother, brothers Girlfriend I & my dad fly on United to Ohare then to Fort Myers. And we all fly American to Dallas fort worth and then back home to DSM. I don't hate the airlines were flying on to be clear. I haven't flown American yet but I wanna fly on SouthWest during the Pandemic or not.
@Travelog
3 жыл бұрын
Yeah Southwest is different for sure. Years ago it was known for short skirts and rowdy passengers. Some people find it like a mad rush for seats or a cattle car. But I've not seen any other US airline with such a fanatical following of people who will pay more, fly with a connection, or even to a different airport to just fly Southwest. The fact that they don't even share their prices with Google Flights means you need to actively seek them out...yet they still are the largest domestic US airline.
@wolfmanjack5935
3 жыл бұрын
if you add the baggage fee's that the other airlines charge you will find the cost is the same or more than southwest.
@Travelog
3 жыл бұрын
Indeed and the ability to change tickets over the years has saved me thousands easily. My point is even if it is more, people will still pay it, and calling them "low cost" is silly at this point, given how far the competition has fallen.
@danielonn2002
3 жыл бұрын
I flew from SJC to Vegas this past October on SW for $97 r/t. You would like SJC better than OAK. I'm flying in June to LA.
@Travelog
3 жыл бұрын
I only went to OAK as I was visiting a friend who lives between SFO and OAK. Looking at returning to California this year, will keep that in mind!
@Lwhs995
3 жыл бұрын
I love your video!That's good for me to learing english!
@Travelog
3 жыл бұрын
That's great!
@ChasetheG
3 жыл бұрын
11:21 Noticed the heart logo is wearing a face mask.
@Travelog
3 жыл бұрын
Indeed, I thought that was cute, was thinking of making a joke about it but the video was long enough!
@MikeBeatzcom
2 жыл бұрын
Is there free WiFi
@yaboydeuce
3 жыл бұрын
Southwest is the best airline for flying in the lower 48 and it's not particularly close.
@Travelog
3 жыл бұрын
I'd say that jetBlue (prior to the removal of free carry-on bags) and Delta can compete on the inflight experience, but here in Chicago it's Southwest/United/American, and the choice is pretty clear!
@coyotegrad-collectables
3 жыл бұрын
I've thought about getting a Southwest credit card, but I don't want to pay the annual fee.
@Travelog
3 жыл бұрын
I personally don't have that one. I have AA and United because of the perks, but honestly Southwest just gives you everything you'd want and it's easy enough to just earn chase points elsewhere and transfer and/or book at 1.5 cents.
@phayes4031
3 жыл бұрын
I have to board in groups of 10, but middle seats are open and we are all crammed inside a tin can flying 30k feet in the sky. So what science is this?
@Travelog
3 жыл бұрын
None, it's all just "vaccine theater," a placebo. Still, it works on me at least.
@rockyvang
3 жыл бұрын
I went on the southwest airlines
@ladybenin.2762
3 жыл бұрын
Wait, so you get a free carry on bag plus 2 free checked bags??
@Travelog
3 жыл бұрын
Indeed. It’s like the old days before airlines started charging. Overweight bags or more than two checked bags do have a fee, but it’s the most generous policy of anyone!
@williamwalls3253
3 жыл бұрын
I never flown southwest I wanted to Everytime I wanted to the travel agent wouldn't let me and mom fly with them that was in 98 I was 20 then my mom died in 2018 so in October I'm going to Las Vegas I want to plan my own trip and I won't fool with no travel agent I'm going to do it myself I'm going to book directly with Southwest I want to fly with them a travel agent don't give me what I want like for example one told me to stay one night at the Las Vegas Belligeo hotel 1500.00 a night I don't have that kind of money I'm not a highroller even if I did go for dinner and wanted to fly to Vegas I'll be willing to pay a little more something reasonable
@charlesnicholson7539
3 жыл бұрын
Hey, Travelog! A bit random, but you must see this: kzitem.info/news/bejne/y41pz2qub3aTh2U It's probably the most awkward scene ever: Scott Kirby twerking. Thought I'd share given how much we love his cabin "refreshes" lol
@Travelog
3 жыл бұрын
Wow...I can't unsee that now...
@charlesnicholson7539
3 жыл бұрын
@@Travelog Again, forgive me for being random.
@Blank00
3 жыл бұрын
Has the friend never flown United in the past and never heard about your two past United flights with crew that weren't ogres or has he experienced past United flights himself with crew that were ogres?
@Travelog
3 жыл бұрын
Ha so no we' don't really talk re: KZitem. I think he's seen a few videos but he's no AVGeek. He's just grew up in Denver and lived in Chicago for the past 15 years or so, so knows UAL on that route pretty well. This was totally unscripted I swear!
@frrrfrrr9177
3 жыл бұрын
You paid a lot for a flight. I usually see at max $110 and sometimes only $90 , like you said it was during a holiday, and it might have been because it was a bigger airport
@Travelog
3 жыл бұрын
Indeed, I'd paid 100$ before COVID times, and most of my recent flights are much less. It was right after thanksgiving.
@frrrfrrr9177
3 жыл бұрын
@@Travelog I love the airline, the most flown for me, service is amazing and I love the details, for example on the napkins it says” in a world full of no, we are a plane full of yes” and on the pretzel bag that they use to have it said “because we like you” It’s that detail that matters, who needs first class. I’ve never had a bad flight with them.
@hanir4860
3 жыл бұрын
I got a round trip to Dallas TX for $60!
@Travelog
3 жыл бұрын
Indeed there have been some great fares recently.
@princeerick11
3 жыл бұрын
LA❤️💙
@deborahgrantham7387
2 жыл бұрын
Not anymore😆, they gave up customers for government
@Travelog
2 жыл бұрын
Yeah since this video there's been several..."developments." May cover in the future.
@londondenton5037
3 жыл бұрын
They use to serve other drinks but because of rona they don’t no more.
@Travelog
3 жыл бұрын
Indeed. It’s quite remarkable that Covid doesn’t spread when Alaska, JetBlue, or United pour beverages, but do spread when American, Delta, or Southwest do. The mysteries of immunology!
@KyraCrossing
3 жыл бұрын
*Soutwest*
@Travelog
3 жыл бұрын
Yeah that sounded a little weird.
@legendbotw1586
3 жыл бұрын
“soutwest”
@Travelog
3 жыл бұрын
Yeah realize that sounded a little strange in post
@tgs6027
3 жыл бұрын
The are not the only ones wining during this all low cost carriers are I don't even fly SW I think they are not special in the air and unnecessary review of get on at point A get off at point B. Nothing Special
@Travelog
3 жыл бұрын
I get that domestic US aviation may not be your cup up tea, believe me I'd much rather be reviewing international business or first myself! Heck as I said I don't usually cover Southwest. But a big part of this channel is about standing up for customer friendly practices in the airline industry, and no other airline (especially not the LCCs) is expanding like Southwest is right now. Hence I thought it was worth covering.
@itzgeorgeplayz3858
3 жыл бұрын
We don’t go on southwest so dumb a very sus heart but we go on jetblue cause they have tv’s and there very nice
@deltamikeaviation
3 жыл бұрын
dude just say your 12 years old and sit down lmaooo
@Bulky-Bulky
3 жыл бұрын
But Delta sucks
@Travelog
3 жыл бұрын
Well as a frequent flyer program sure. Onboard I mostly like it, but living in Chicago I don't get to fly them much.
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