The Thrifty Traveler Podcast

What the %$#* was Southwest Thinking?


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Gunnar and Kyle put Southwest on trial, explaining the (shortsighted) logic behind the airline’s incredibly unpopular changes to baggage and other negative moves - and what it means for all you travelers going forward. Plus, some Hyatt properties to book ASAP before they’ll cost you more points and our absolute favorite travel hack that isn’t much of a “hack” at all.
 

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(0:00) Thanks for ruining our first podcast, Southwest!!!

(1:38) Something hot: Flight prices are dropping - rebook your flights to save more

(4:48) Something cold: Hyatt properties on the move, book ASAP! 

(12:54) A word from our sponsor (us … and our really cool tool to help you pick your next travel card!)

(14:00) The Extra Mile: Why Southwest did it … & what’s next

(33:53) A listener wonders how to redeem Delta and Capital One miles

(36:52) Putting Gunnar on the spot about our (alleged) issues

Produced by Gunnar Olson & Nick Serati
Edited by David Strutt
Show music: "All That" by Benjamin Tissot

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