{"id":223114,"date":"2025-08-22T22:00:45","date_gmt":"2025-08-22T22:00:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/?p=223114\/"},"modified":"2026-04-08T14:20:58","modified_gmt":"2026-04-08T14:20:58","slug":"getaways-by-southwest","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/airlines\/southwest-rapid-rewards\/getaways-by-southwest\/","title":{"rendered":"Getaways by Southwest Airlines: Earn Points on Vacation Packages, Get Two Free Bags, and More"},"content":{"rendered":"

If you can stomach yet another post about Southwest Airlines changing something, here's one more. The airline has made changes to the way customers can book travel packages. Dubbed “Getaways by Southwest<\/a>,” Rapid Reward members can now earn points when packaging multiple aspects of their trip — from flights to hotels, rental cars, and more.<\/p>\n

Even better, those who long for the days when you can check multiple bags for free \u2014 without having to splurge on a more-expensive fare or carry a Southwest co-branded credit card \u2014 will be excited to see that Southwest Getaways bookings include two free checked bags<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

What Is Getaways by Southwest?<\/span><\/h2>\n

Getaways by Southwest is a travel booking platform that will allow users to bundle all elements of their vacation — centered around Southwest flights. The program is launching in 30+ destinations, with popular locations such as Las Vegas, Orlando, Hawaii, Cancun, Punta Cana, and more. And it's now available for bookings<\/a> with departures starting from September 16, 2025.<\/p>\n

Only ~30 destinations can be somewhat limiting, but Southwest aims to expand the program's reach. With recent partnerships between Southwest and Icelandair<\/a> as well as China Airlines, Getaways should be a way to package trips to more international destinations down the road.<\/p>\n

Just note that hotels booked through Getaways — like other online travel agencies — likely won't earn status or qualifying nights on the stay.<\/p>\n

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Hawaii is a location bookable through Getaways By Southwest. Credit: Southwest<\/em><\/enter><\/figure>\n

Getaways by Southwest Terms and Conditions<\/span><\/h2>\n

Not everyone likes to package all aspects of their vacation into one booking. But, for those who crave simplicity, this can be the perfect way to plan a trip — especially to a family-oriented destination such as Orlando. There are some crucial aspects of the new program to highlight when deciding if this is the right fit for your vacation.<\/p>\n