Southwest Companion pass 2013-14
Jan 9, 2013, 11:04 am
#61
Join Date: Nov 2007
Location: PHX
Posts: 4,787
Uggh -- rookie mistake. This game can be humbling sometimes.
I thought I'd put $2k on one of my cards, but it turns out $69 of it was the annual fee. So, my January statement just closed $20 short of 50k for the companion pass. What a screw up.
So, I'm posting to give others a heads up -- pay attention to the annual fee and make sure you're over $2k in spend!
I thought I'd put $2k on one of my cards, but it turns out $69 of it was the annual fee. So, my January statement just closed $20 short of 50k for the companion pass. What a screw up.
So, I'm posting to give others a heads up -- pay attention to the annual fee and make sure you're over $2k in spend!
Jan 9, 2013, 1:46 pm
#62
Join Date: Sep 2012
Posts: 192
I have 55,000 points amassed this year, and waiting on another 55,000 points from my SW business card which closes on 1/23/13, but I want to start using the companion pass right away as soon as 2/1/13.
Thanks!
Jan 9, 2013, 1:53 pm
#63
Join Date: Apr 2012
Location: Michigan
Programs: Hyatt Globalist
Posts: 503
Do you get companion pass right away when you hit the 110k or do you have to wait for a period?
I have 55,000 points amassed this year, and waiting on another 55,000 points from my SW business card which closes on 1/23/13, but I want to start using the companion pass right away as soon as 2/1/13.
Thanks!
I have 55,000 points amassed this year, and waiting on another 55,000 points from my SW business card which closes on 1/23/13, but I want to start using the companion pass right away as soon as 2/1/13.
Thanks!
Jan 9, 2013, 2:21 pm
#64
Join Date: Apr 2012
Location: Michigan
Programs: Hyatt Globalist
Posts: 503
From what I've heard/read, you can call SW as soon as you've reached 110k and give them your info and that should expedite the process - should take a week or two after that to receive it. Can't vouch for this personally, since this is my first experience as well, but that is what I've heard.
"Southwest Airlines issues notification (via postcard) to the Member that the Companion Pass eligibility has been reached. At this time, the Member will designate their Companion. This can be done online or by contacting us at 1-800-435-9792 and providing the Southwest Customer Representative your Companion's information (name, date of birth, and phone number). Once your Companion is designated, you'll receive your Companion Pass card in the mail within ten business days."
Jan 9, 2013, 6:09 pm
#65
Join Date: May 2008
Posts: 118
Uggh -- rookie mistake. This game can be humbling sometimes.
I thought I'd put $2k on one of my cards, but it turns out $69 of it was the annual fee. So, my January statement just closed $20 short of 50k for the companion pass. What a screw up.
So, I'm posting to give others a heads up -- pay attention to the annual fee and make sure you're over $2k in spend!
I thought I'd put $2k on one of my cards, but it turns out $69 of it was the annual fee. So, my January statement just closed $20 short of 50k for the companion pass. What a screw up.
So, I'm posting to give others a heads up -- pay attention to the annual fee and make sure you're over $2k in spend!
Jan 10, 2013, 10:26 am
#67
Join Date: Oct 2011
Location: Astraveln
Programs: AA ex Plat, IC Plat , Hilton Diamond
Posts: 491
Yes 3x per year. I spoke to them in Dec when I qualified. She said, you have 3 times to change companion until end of the year and then 3x times next year.....
We joked about me having alot of friends for the next few weeks.
We joked about me having alot of friends for the next few weeks.
Last edited by shawntobi; Jan 10, 2013 at 10:44 am
Jan 10, 2013, 10:33 am
#68
Join Date: Apr 2012
Location: Michigan
Programs: Hyatt Globalist
Posts: 503
Really - you're sure on that? I mean, I believe what you're saying...but the T&Cs state: "The Companion Pass is not transferrable. However, the Member may change his/her designated Companion and request issuance of a new Companion Pass up to three (3) times within the validity period of the Pass."
Jan 10, 2013, 10:41 am
#69
Join Date: Oct 2011
Location: Astraveln
Programs: AA ex Plat, IC Plat , Hilton Diamond
Posts: 491
I talked directly to the person who adds CP. I had to call the special number, as I wanted it to post immediately. It is the place they add Companions names to the system and do initial setup.
We discussed it, and I think they would be the most knowledgeable...since it isn’t general reservations!!!!
PS. you can always call and ask, but I dont think it matters until you hit.... I am very comfortable with what she told me.
We discussed it, and I think they would be the most knowledgeable...since it isn’t general reservations!!!!
PS. you can always call and ask, but I dont think it matters until you hit.... I am very comfortable with what she told me.
Jan 10, 2013, 12:36 pm
#72
Join Date: Apr 2012
Location: Michigan
Programs: Hyatt Globalist
Posts: 503
From the "My Account" page, click on the "My Rapid Rewards" tab and there'll be a summary down on the left-hand side. Click on "View Details" to see further information.
Jan 10, 2013, 5:18 pm
#74
Join Date: Jul 2008
Posts: 151
Just crossed the $2000 spend on my business Visa yesterday with statement closing on Jan 14. Hopefully the 50K bonus from that spend will post more quickly.
Jan 10, 2013, 8:42 pm
#75
Join Date: Jan 2013
Posts: 15
I talked directly to the person who adds CP. I had to call the special number, as I wanted it to post immediately. It is the place they add Companions names to the system and do initial setup.
We discussed it, and I think they would be the most knowledgeable...since it isn’t general reservations!!!!
PS. you can always call and ask, but I dont think it matters until you hit.... I am very comfortable with what she told me.
We discussed it, and I think they would be the most knowledgeable...since it isn’t general reservations!!!!
PS. you can always call and ask, but I dont think it matters until you hit.... I am very comfortable with what she told me.