Southwest is offering a fast track to a 2019-only Companion Pass with one credit card. You have to spend $4000 in 3 months and you get 30k points. This time you do not have to be a California resident. See the discussion at New 2019 Visa Offer: Quick Companion Pass + 30k points, NOT limited to California

Targeted credit card spending bonuses (15% more points than usual) are appearing. Check your promotions under My Southwest. See the discussion at 15% bonus points promotion

Southwest's beloved founder Herb Kelleher has died: Herb Kelleher has died, RIP

Southwest's plans to serve Hawaii are being delayed by the partial government shutdown: Southwest Airlines Hawaii plans delayed by government shutdown

On November 15, 2018 the schedule was extended through August 5, 2019. The next extension is expected February 7, 2019 for travel through September 2, 2019.

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