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[focusondisney]

Non-essential travel is not permitted at this point. There may still be reasons why someone can cross (would be listed in exemptions).

As far as your co-worker's daughter my assumption is they probably see that because there is another route not through Canada and the reason for going and deemed it as not a permissible reason to cross the borders.

That’s exactly what my understanding is, so her not being able to cross makes perfect sense. But flying to Orlando for vacation is essential & ok? That’s what I don’t understand. Why would flying into one of the hot spots be allowed.

 

[scrappinginontario]

Flying (essential and non-essential) has always been allowed. Trust me, I’ve often wondered why too. That being said, any person flying into Canada from anywhere must quarantine for 14 days and this is a very good thing.

The reality that FL and much if the US where other WDW guests are arriving from have such high numbers is why we probably won’t be visiting WDW anytime soon but like many, after going virtually nowhere for the past 5+ months, it makes it difficult to pull the plug on the dream until I absolutely have to. Until then, continuing to dream and check out our options.

 

[scrappinginontario]

A coworker just called to ask if she could cross the boarder... she has to take her daughter to college in Michigan & it’s faster to drive thru Ontario. Nope, they won’t be allowed into Canada. Folks can’t come over to shop or do tourist stuff here. I‘m not understanding why flying is OK but driving isn’t.

Unfortunately a few have ruined it for many. BC had a problem with US guests crossing the border early on to ‘drive to Alaska’ but these same guests were traced to vacation hot spots in BC and Alberta then escorted back to the border.

Another story... My friend’s boss is a US citizen and her husband is Canadian. They tried to drive to the US to spend the summer with her family. She was allowed to drive across but he was denied entrance to the US at the border. They turned around, drove him to an airport where he flew into the US and she went band drove across.

I agree that closed to non-essential travel should be closed to all non-essential travel by land and air.

LOL! It would be so much easier if this decision was out of my hands rather than dangling the Disney carrot in front of me!

 

[shoreward]

Southwest has made additional changes to the October flight schedule. Do not rely on just looking at reservations in your account, for changes, as flights are not updating very quickly. Check Southwest emails and look at the actual flight schedules, for peace of mind. Due to reduced capacity (open middle seats) through at least October, as well as a reduced schedule, some of the flights have very limited or no availability. If you receive an error, when you try to change a flight that qualifies for changes (with banner), contact Southwest for assistance. They will do their best to accommodate you, if at all possible.

 

[Marionnette]

Southwest has made additional changes to the October flight schedule. Do not rely on just looking at reservations in your account, for changes, as flights are not updating very quickly. Check Southwest emails and look at the actual flight schedules, for peace of mind. Due to reduced capacity (open middle seats) through at least October, as well as a reduced schedule, some of the flights have very limited or no availability. If you receive an error, when you try to change a flight that qualifies for changes (with banner), contact Southwest for assistance. They will do their best to accommodate you, if at all possible.

I was checking mine this morning (no email notification) and my flight was changed from a nonstop, 2.5 hour flight to a 6-hour odyssey with a layover in Nashville. I was on the phone for 40 minutes early this morning trying to get something better but they only had connecting flights for my date. I asked for a refund, including my EBCI.

Now to book American, which has Basic Economy, nonstops for $39 one way.

 

[pooch]

And based on the previous post, I checked flights for my DD's trip on Jet Blue - $49 each way! So I am going to cancel her SWA flights, get the travel funds, convert them to points in her account to use later and book her non-stop RT with Jet Blue for a total of $98.20. Thats less than one way on SWA.

 

[shannon006]

We have purchased EB for our trip next week. I have looked at the SW website and didn’t see the answer, so I’m asking those who have recently traveled. Are they asking us to fill in seats in the back first or is it the same as before and you just choose your seat anywhere?

 

[shoreward]

We have purchased EB for our trip next week. I have looked at the SW website and didn’t see the answer, so I’m asking those who have recently traveled. Are they asking us to fill in seats in the back first or is it the same as before and you just choose your seat anywhere?

You can sit in any unblocked seat.

 

[scrappinginontario]

You can sit in any unblocked seat.

This makes the most sense or else it defeats the purpose of purchasing EBCI.

 

[LadybugsMum]

What is EBCI?

 

[Marionnette]

What is EBCI?

EBCI = Early Bird Check In

 

[scrappinginontario]

It's totally personal but if I were flying shortly I don't think I'd purchase EBCI as there appear to be so many less people on flights. I normally purchase it when I book our flights but if I were booking now, I think I'd hold off until I knew more about how full flights will be closer to my trip. But, it's a personal decision.

 

[shoreward]

Just a reminder for those comparing fares on Southwest to the other airlines...if you will be checking any bags, the other airlines will charge a fee for each bag. JetBlue charges $35 for the 1st checked bag, unless you book Blue Plus or jetBlue Mint class, are a Mosaic member or a jetBlue cardholder. A 2nd bag is $45. American charges $30 for 1st bag, $40 for a 2nd checked bag, as do Delta and United; however, if you book a more expensive ticket or hold their credit card, the 1st checked bag usually is at no charge (sometimes, others under the same confirmation number receive the same no-charge checked bag perk, as well). Some airlines charge a higher fee, unless you purchase your checked bag in advance. If only flying with a carry-on, there is no fee, unless flying an Ultra Low Cost Carrier, such as Frontier. Frontier charges for a carry-on bag (does not fit under the seat in front of your seat), as well as for checked bags, unless purchasing one of their bundles, where the bag(s) can be included. A friend of mine occasionally flies Frontier, only with a small bag, which fits under the seat; sometimes, the whole fare is in the low double digits, including taxes and fees, and the actual air cost is literally pennies.

On many airlines, it's a good idea to purchase your bag fees at least one day prior to travel, for the lowest cost.

Sometimes, having elite frequent flyer status/affiliated credit card with an airline will afford the no-fee checked bag perk, as well as boarding early in the process.

 

[pooch]

Packing light! Both my DD and I have perfected getting a weeks worth of clothes into a carry on just for the times we fly Jet Blue.

 

[shannon006]

This makes the most sense or else it defeats the purpose of purchasing EBCI.

Normally yes, but since we are in Covid times right now I know some airlines are boarding from the back of the plane first. I know fewer people are flying, but I still wanted to have the best opportunity at my family being able to sit together as I have children

 

[Marionnette]

Just a reminder for those comparing fares on Southwest to the other airlines...if you will be checking any bags, the other airlines will charge a fee for each bag. JetBlue charges $35 for the 1st checked bag, unless you book Blue Plus or jetBlue Mint class, are a Mosaic member or a jetBlue cardholder. A 2nd bag is $45. American charges $30 for 1st bag, $40 for a 2nd checked bag, as do Delta and United; however, if you book a more expensive ticket or hold their credit card, the 1st checked bag usually is at no charge (sometimes, others under the same confirmation number receive the same no-charge checked bag perk, as well). Some airlines charge a higher fee, unless you purchase your checked bag in advance. If only flying with a carry-on, there is no fee, unless flying an Ultra Low Cost Carrier, such as Frontier. Frontier charges for a carry-on bag (does not fit under the seat in front of your seat), as well as for checked bags, unless purchasing one of their bundles, where the bag(s) can be included. A friend of mine occasionally flies Frontier, only with a small bag, which fits under the seat; sometimes, the whole fare is in the low double digits, including taxes and fees, and the actual air cost is literally pennies.

On many airlines, it's a good idea to purchase your bag fees at least one day prior to travel, for the lowest cost.

Sometimes, having elite frequent flyer status with an airline will afford the no-fee checked bag perk, as well as boarding early in the process.

I have the AAdvantage Platinum VISA. First checked bag is free for up to 5 people on my itinerary and Group 5 boarding. I paid to select our seats and the cost per person still averaged out to less than what I had paid SWA when factoring in EBCI.

 

[shoreward]

I have the AAdvantage Platinum VISA. First checked bag is free for up to 5 people on my itinerary and Group 5 boarding. I paid to select our seats and the cost per person still averaged out to less than what I had paid SWA when factoring in EBCI.

Yes...having an airline credit card can sometimes really be useful for the extra perks. Glad you found what works out best for you.

 

[pooch]

Normally yes, but since we are in Covid times right now I know some airlines are boarding from the back of the plane first. I know fewer people are flying, but I still wanted to have the best opportunity at my family being able to sit together as I have children

And I understand your concern but I have been flying Southwest almost exclusively since 2006 and have never had a problem with sitting with my family. Actually the ONLY time I have had an issue was on Jet Blue. Flights were booked 5 months in advance with seats all selected for our party of 4 adults, 3 kids and a lap baby. Upon arrival at the airport, we were moved to singles all over the plane. Had to fight with the gate agent (had my confirmation showing the original seats) to get at least one adult with each child and still had to take 2 aisle seats across from each other for 1 child and 1 adult.

 

[scrappinginontario]

I had trouble once when I had a late B boarding group from Orlando and there weren't 2 seats together left on the plane for my then 7yo and I. After that I've purchased EBCI for our return flights.

 

[scrappinginontario]

How long does it normally take for a LUV voucher to be emailed? I cancelled our flights 1 week ago today and after calling a special line was offered a LUV voucher for our EBCI refund but haven't received it yet.