I don’t use SW when I fly. I tried them a while back, not impressed with the “herd” boarding. I like to pick my seat, (business class) and board early. When you add in all the extra fees, the uncertainty of where you will sit and the seat you finally get, and the frustration of it all, it is about the same as an upgraded seat with other airlines.
Eventually, they will price themselves out of the economy airline category.
I’m not sure what you mean about “all the extra fees.” Two free checked bags plus 2 free carry-ons is a reason many of us choose southwest. I’m normally a light traveler but take items to family.) the boarding system doesn’t seem much different than other airlines where you board in groups. Overall, my experience with flight attendants is mo bettah on Southwest than Hawaiian, which is sad, because Hawaiian used to make you feel special even before take-off.
The airport/flying experience has become nothing short of the worse experience of vacationing. Cancelled or delayed flights the norm, lost luggage, Karens and crazies.
Airlines crashing computers, while maximizing packed flights and the almighty buck, all while subsidized by our taxes!
And those precious milage points? more worthless by the hour.
Safe travels,indeed.
I paid the $25 for early check-in. I was in A50 group. Glad I did because the plane was completely full. Had many choices of seats but not in the front or exit rows. Enjoyed the extra leg room that Hawaiian doesn’t have in coach. Flew direct from Kona to Las Vegas. Hawaiian should fly more direct flights to avoid Holualoa delays. Everything is going up with labor getting paid more.
Purchased business class, held number 3. There were 10 people already on the plane and they were saving seats. I understand a handicapped person should be able to save One seat for their assistance, not 5 or 6 for their entire travel group.
Disappointing.
Aloha BOH! I fly southwest primarily as I rack up points with there Chase Visa card. Last year my honeymoon trip to wakiki from OAK round trip for both of us was on points. I do pay extra for early boarding as I am 6’5″ and mostly legs, so getting an exit row is important to me. 80% of the time the early bird boarding accomplishes that for me so I dont pay extra for their so called business class seating. Thank for you all you do,I enjoy your newsletter immensely. Keep up the good work! Mahalo..
Flying Hawaiian you’re statically more likely to incur a delay. Worse, your flight may be cancelled. It’s more expensive, with higher than average “issues” leading to lateness. If that’s what you’re looking for, knock yourself out.
I’ll take my chances. The flights I’m on are rarely full so I usually don’t have to share an armrest and even if I do, I’m not paying extra for that seat. I’m a normal-size person and am so grateful to be flying to Hawaii, I’ll take a small inconvenience.
This is not a good time for Southwest to be ratcheting up these prices. These perks – especially A1-15 – are purchased by their most frequent fliers, and that audience is still reeling from brand damage during the December fiasco and some other difficulties since. I’m among them.
We are flying to Maui in Augustcand this is unwelcome news.
How about an article on that beautiful new plane!
I don’t use SW when I fly. I tried them a while back, not impressed with the “herd” boarding. I like to pick my seat, (business class) and board early. When you add in all the extra fees, the uncertainty of where you will sit and the seat you finally get, and the frustration of it all, it is about the same as an upgraded seat with other airlines.
Eventually, they will price themselves out of the economy airline category.
It’s not for the faint of heart. But it serves the class between where you appear to be and coach.
I’m not sure what you mean about “all the extra fees.” Two free checked bags plus 2 free carry-ons is a reason many of us choose southwest. I’m normally a light traveler but take items to family.) the boarding system doesn’t seem much different than other airlines where you board in groups. Overall, my experience with flight attendants is mo bettah on Southwest than Hawaiian, which is sad, because Hawaiian used to make you feel special even before take-off.
The airport/flying experience has become nothing short of the worse experience of vacationing. Cancelled or delayed flights the norm, lost luggage, Karens and crazies.
Airlines crashing computers, while maximizing packed flights and the almighty buck, all while subsidized by our taxes!
And those precious milage points? more worthless by the hour.
Safe travels,indeed.
I paid the $25 for early check-in. I was in A50 group. Glad I did because the plane was completely full. Had many choices of seats but not in the front or exit rows. Enjoyed the extra leg room that Hawaiian doesn’t have in coach. Flew direct from Kona to Las Vegas. Hawaiian should fly more direct flights to avoid Holualoa delays. Everything is going up with labor getting paid more.
Best seats? Aren’t all the seats the same on SW? Business class? Hah!
Front row and exit rows are best, but that’s true if all airplanes made by Boeing and Airbus.
Seats are the same but legroom isn’t. It’s all about that, isn’t it?
Purchased business class, held number 3. There were 10 people already on the plane and they were saving seats. I understand a handicapped person should be able to save One seat for their assistance, not 5 or 6 for their entire travel group.
Disappointing.
Aloha BOH! I fly southwest primarily as I rack up points with there Chase Visa card. Last year my honeymoon trip to wakiki from OAK round trip for both of us was on points. I do pay extra for early boarding as I am 6’5″ and mostly legs, so getting an exit row is important to me. 80% of the time the early bird boarding accomplishes that for me so I dont pay extra for their so called business class seating. Thank for you all you do,I enjoy your newsletter immensely. Keep up the good work! Mahalo..
Hi Kevin.
Thanks so much! Happy travels.
Aloha.
Flying Hawaiian you’re statically more likely to incur a delay. Worse, your flight may be cancelled. It’s more expensive, with higher than average “issues” leading to lateness. If that’s what you’re looking for, knock yourself out.
I’ll take my chances. The flights I’m on are rarely full so I usually don’t have to share an armrest and even if I do, I’m not paying extra for that seat. I’m a normal-size person and am so grateful to be flying to Hawaii, I’ll take a small inconvenience.
This is not a good time for Southwest to be ratcheting up these prices. These perks – especially A1-15 – are purchased by their most frequent fliers, and that audience is still reeling from brand damage during the December fiasco and some other difficulties since. I’m among them.
We are flying to Maui in Augustcand this is unwelcome news.