The US travel industry has been having lots of ups and downs since 2020.
When COVID first hit in 2020, travel rates took a massive decline. At one point, airline ticket prices fell to low double-digits.
Then, even after travel started making a comeback in America, other issues arose. Massive flight cancellations took place in 2021, due to bad weather, staffing shortages, and other problems.
This year, travel seems to be making a comeback.
The strikedown of the federal travel mask mandate nearly one month ago came as a relief to airlines. Immediately after a Florida federal judge axed the mandate, airlines and airports made masks optional.
Now, Southwest Airlines is making moves to better flight experiences for travelers.
New upgrades to Southwest Airlines
On Wednesday, Southwest Airlines announced that travelers can expect stronger wi-fi access, more space on overhead bins, and even power outlets near seats. The overhead bins are set to increase storage space on aircraft by 50%.
Bob Jordan, the CEO of Southwest Airlines, says these upgrades are a long time coming. Jordan also mentioned that as travel rates pick up, this is the ideal time for the airline to put these improvements in place.
