[jo-jo]

So now either we pay airport prices for drinks or airplane prices. And on top of have fares being higher, between bags and drinks, that's another 30 to 90 bucks per ticket depending on how much you pack and how thirsty you are.



I really really love southwest.

[dznylvr]

That does stink!! It seems like everyday you hear of some other way airlines are trying to make an extra buck. It makes you wonder where all of these airlines will be in a year or two!!

[Monique]

That is ridiculous!! I, too, just absolutely love Southwest Airlines and will not fly any other airline unless I have to.

[Daisee]

Lets just hope that SW is not feeling the pressure to start charging for bags and drinks as well. I mean, my experience of "drinks" on the plane is about 4-6 ounces of Cola & ice. Hardly worth charging for!

[jo-jo]

Originally Posted by Daisee

Lets just hope that SW is not feeling the pressure to start charging for bags and drinks as well. I mean, my experience of "drinks" on the plane is about 4-6 ounces of Cola & ice. Hardly worth charging for!

Yeah, my DH was wondering if you got the whole can or just the amount you mentioned.


But again who needs drinks......US Air stopped giving out any kind of snacks about 2 weeks ago.

[Daisee]

Not to mention, the additional work for stewards having to make change, etc.. what a hassle for them.

[DisneyTeacher]

Originally Posted by Monique

That is ridiculous!! I, too, just absolutely love Southwest Airlines and will not fly any other airline unless I have to.

I agree. SWA is always our first choice.

[tigger]

If they still give out free coffee I will be really made.

[jo-jo]

Originally Posted by tigger

If they still give out free coffee I will be really made.

This is from the US Air website:

Pay-for-what-you-use’ In-flight Café
Beginning in August, we’ll charge $2 for all non-alcoholic beverages (including sodas, juices, bottled water and coffee) and $7 for alcoholic beverages (currently available for $5).

[dac921]

Considering you can't brin liquids in thru security and prices at the airport are so high, now we have to pay for soda... I guess they are charging for water too.

[woohoo]

Im a southwest chicky too- why bother with the others that cost more and offer less?

[Disney 4ever]

Okay, I have to be honest here. Often, we don't even take the drink they offer on the flight. We usually have been sitting in the airport and have just finished a snack and drink before we board the plane. We try to make a pit stop before boarding so we don't have to do that on the plane. We will now just take an empty water bottle with us and fill it at the water fountain or at one of the food counters before we board.

Do I like all these new fees and charges? No! I do think charging for the 1st bag is wrong. But for the 2nd bag, well, I am just going to have to be more conservative. Also, I can remember in the 80's when it would cost $400-$500 to fly from here to FL or TX. We have been spoiled by low airfare for so long and now the airlines can't do it anymore.

[floridaorange19]

hey, wait til they install the coin machine into the pottie........no quarters? no tinkle, lolol

[DisneyTeacher]

Originally Posted by Disney 4ever

Okay, I have to be honest here. Often, we don't even take the drink they offer on the flight.

Also, I can remember in the 80's when it would cost $400-$500 to fly from here to FL or TX. We have been spoiled by low airfare for so long and now the airlines can't do it anymore.

I usually pass on the drink as well or I ask for water. The sip of soda just isn't important to me but my son enjoys it.

[Cosmicwaves]

Originally Posted by Disney 4ever

Okay, I have to be honest here. Often, we don't even take the drink they offer on the flight. We usually have been sitting in the airport and have just finished a snack and drink before we board the plane. We try to make a pit stop before boarding so we don't have to do that on the plane. We will now just take an empty water bottle with us and fill it at the water fountain or at one of the food counters before we board.

Do I like all these new fees and charges? No! I do think charging for the 1st bag is wrong. But for the 2nd bag, well, I am just going to have to be more conservative. Also, I can remember in the 80's when it would cost $400-$500 to fly from here to FL or TX. We have been spoiled by low airfare for so long and now the airlines can't do it anymore.

I certainly understand the need for them to make money, but they should just RAISE TICKET PRICES! I don't understand their desire to make the travelers feel cheated by charging for such petty things. Instead of charging $2, just raise each ticket by $2! They'll end up making more that way because now I think a lot of people will pass on the beverage.
sorry, rant over.