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Southwest Airlines: Pay Extra $40 To Board First


Remember all those TV commercials by Southwest that bragged about “bags fly free”? Now, the bargain flyer has joined other airlines in tacking on bothersome extras. Bags still fly free, one or two each, but if you want to board your flight ahead of all the in-line peasant passengers, you’ll need to pay an extra $40.

Used to be that if you checked in at the desk early enough, you were assigned to the A line and got in to grab choice seats and find room for your carry-on in the overheads. Or if you were a member of the SW loyalty program, you could proudly march past all the waiting lines.

Now, for non-member Southwesterners, it’s put up $40 or go to the back of the line.
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When booking flights from late November through December, keep in mind that the prices will be highest of the year. If you must fly or book a hotel room, especially on the busiest eve days of Thanksgiving, Christmas or New Year, expect a wallet-emptying experience.

To save money, try to plan your holiday flights for the least hectic times during those seasons. Keep checking airline and hotel websites for lower prices, such as red eye flights and mid-week specials. Also, to get expert advice, consult with your favorite hometown or online travel agency.

Expect to pay high seasonal prices for holiday travel and lodging. However, with some smart research and clever booking, you may save enough to enjoy just one more glorious day at a sunny beach or night at a posh hotel.
 
 
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