DALLAS, Aug. 28, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Southwest Airlines
(NYSE: LUV) Rapid Rewards® Visa Signature Cardmembers experienced
an exclusive golf getaway at Pebble Beach
Resorts® in California featuring a private
golf clinic with professional golfer Peter
Jacobsen. This was the sixth annual Rapid Rewards event at
Pebble Beach and second featuring
Peter Jacobsen who shared five tips
for playing better golf.
"When our Rapid Rewards® Cardmembers attend our
Rapid Rewards® Access Events, it truly is an opportunity
of a lifetime," said Jonathan
Clarkson, director, Rapid Rewards and Partnership
Development for Southwest Airlines. "Cardmembers can get so much
out of our Access Events including one-on-one time with legendary
golfers like Peter Jacobsen. These
events offer exclusive access to VIP experiences in addition to the
Rapid Rewards® program's great value of unlimited
reward seats, no blackout dates, and points that don't expire."
Benefits apply to point's transactions and points don't expire as
long as you have flight or Partner-earning activity every 24
months.
"We are thrilled to provide access to events like this to our
Cardmembers," said Naney Pandit, general manager, Chase Card
Services. "Through the Southwest Rapid Rewards® program
we are able to offer opportunities for Cardmembers to easily turn
earned rewards from everyday purchases into exciting experiences
throughout the year."
Rapid Rewards Access Events are not the only perks of being a
Rapid Rewards® Cardmember. The points earned can be redeemed
towards gift cards, merchandise, booking flights, hotels, and car
rentals. Additional events Cardmembers can still enjoy in 2015
include a Winemaker Dinner in Houston,
Tex., a Nonstop Love Concert Series in Dallas, Tex., Live In The Vineyard in
Napa, CA, and a Luxury Beach and
Golf Getaway in Cancun, Mex.
To see a video of Peter Jacobsen
sharing five golf tips at Pebble Beach Golf Academy click here.
ABOUT RAPID REWARDS
Originally launched in 1987, Rapid Rewards Members earn points
by flying or through qualifying purchases with our partners.
Members can redeem their points for every seat, every day, on every
flight with absolutely no blackout dates or seat restrictions, and
points won't expire with any earning activity in a 24-month time
period. Points are earned for every dollar spent on Southwest
flights. The amount of points earned is based on the fare and fare
product purchased, and number of Rapid Rewards Points that are
needed to redeem for flights varies based on destination, time, day
of travel, demand, fare class, point redemption rate, and other
factors. Rapid Rewards Points are also earned by spending with
a variety of Rapid Rewards Partners. Rapid Rewards Credit
Cardmembers can redeem their points for expanded international
travel, gift cards, hotels, car rentals, merchandise, and more.
Learn more about the program by visiting the Rapid Rewards web
site.
ABOUT SOUTHWEST AIRLINES CO.
In its 45th year of service, Dallas-based Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV)
continues to differentiate itself from other air carriers with
exemplary Customer Service delivered by more than 47,000 Employees
to more than 100 million Customers annually. Southwest
operates more than 3,600 flights a day, serving 95 destinations
across the United States and six
additional countries. Southwest service to Belize City, Belize, begins Oct.
15, 2015. Subject to foreign government approval,
service to Liberia, Costa Rica, begins Nov.
1, 2015.
Based on the U.S. Department of Transportation's most recent
data, Southwest Airlines is the nation's largest carrier in terms
of originating domestic passengers boarded. The Company operates
the largest fleet of Boeing aircraft in the world, the majority of
which are equipped with satellite-based WiFi providing gate-to-gate
connectivity while over the United States. That connectivity
enables Customers to use their personal devices to access streaming
music provided by Apple Music or to view video on-demand movies and
television shows, as well as nearly 20 channels of free, live TV
compliments of our valued Partners. Southwest is the only
major U.S. airline to offer bags fly free® to everyone (first
and second checked pieces of luggage, size and weight limits apply,
some airlines may allow free checked bags on select routes or for
qualified circumstances), and there are no change fees, though fare
differences might apply. In 2014, the airline proudly unveiled a
bold new look: Heart. The new aircraft livery,
airport experience, and logo, showcase the dedication of Southwest
Employees to connect Customers with what's important in their
lives.
From its first flights on June 18,
1971, Southwest Airlines launched an era of unprecedented
affordability in air travel described by the U.S. Department of
Transportation as "The Southwest Effect," a lowering of fares and
increase in passenger traffic whenever the carrier enters new
markets. With 42 consecutive years of profitability,
Southwest is one of the most honored airlines in the world, known
for a triple bottom line approach that contributes to the carrier's
performance and productivity, the importance of its People and the
communities they serve, and an overall commitment to efficiency and
the planet. The 2014 Southwest Airlines One Report™ can be found
at SouthwestOneReport.com.
Book Southwest Airlines' low fares online
at Southwest.com or by phone at 800-I-FLY-SWA.
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