Southwest sparks fury after axing beloved policy & travelers pledge to fly Delta

Southwest sparks fury after axing beloved policy & travelers pledge to fly Delta

SCORES of Southwest Airlines passengers have been irked by bosses decision to end a policy that has been a constant for more than 50 years. Travelers are furious that the brand’s open seating policy, which was launched in 1967, is being phased out. Southwest Airlines customers have threatened to boycott the carrier after a change to one of its long-standing policiesAP Customers who buy the cheapest plane tickets will get to pick their seat for a…

Southwest Hawaii’s Golden Era Ended. Here’s What’s Next.

Southwest’s bold entry into Hawaii changed everything—free bags, low fares, and open seating. Now, that golden era is over, and what travelers lose next may matter more than they expect.