DALLAS,
Oct. 9, 2017 /PRNewswire/ --
Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) celebrates Disney∙Pixar's
all-new, big-screen adventure "Coco" in high-flying style this fall
with a comprehensive program that includes a Boeing 737-700
aircraft emblazoned with the vibrant "Coco" logo and artwork
inspired by the film. The aircraft will fly among the carrier's
nearly 100 destinations throughout the
United States, Mexico,
Central America, and Caribbean through the end of 2017. As
the largest domestic carrier in the U.S. serving more than 115
million passengers yearly*, Southwest Airlines connects People
every day to what is important in their lives. With
Disney∙Pixar's "Coco," Southwest connects its Customers to an
all-new story that's both exciting and inspiring. The film opens in
U.S. theaters on Nov. 22,
2017.
*Based on latest U.S.
Dept of Transportation data of O&D passengers.
"Southwest specializes in bringing unique and meaningful
moments to our Customers," said Southwest Airlines Vice President
Controller and California Executive Leah
Koontz at the aircraft unveiling event in
Oakland. "Disney∙Pixar's 'Coco'
centers on the universal themes of Heart and family, core values we
celebrate every day with our Employees and Customers."
"'Coco' is about a boy with big dreams and a strong
connection to his family," says Director Lee Unkrich. "These themes really lend
themselves to teaming up with a company like Southwest. And after
working for nearly six years to bring this story to life, we were
all so excited to see 'Coco' on the side of an
airplane."
Customers are encouraged to spot the "Coco" plane and
share their photos using #CocoAndSouthwest. Southwest is also
giving families the opportunity to enter for a chance to send their
family on an adventure of a lifetime by entering the Southwest
Family Flyaway sweepstakes between October
1-25, 2017, to win roundtrip air travel for four to
Los Angeles; four tickets to the
Disney∙Pixar "Coco" U.S. premiere and party on November 8, 2017; a two-night stay at the
Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel in Hollywood; and a $1,000 VISA® gift card for travel expenses.
To view the full rules and to enter, visit
familyflyaway.com.
Additionally, Southwest is sharing the adventures of
"Coco" with Customers onboard flights beginning Nov. 1, with the launch of the Disney∙Pixar
"Coco" OnDemand Channel, featuring complimentary movie clips and
trailers to get everyone excited about "Coco" in 3D this
Thanksgiving. Be sure to tune-in
ahead of the film's Nov. 22
theatrical debut.
Later this fall, the music of "Coco" will come to life
onboard the "Coco" aircraft with a Live at 35® inflight concert
performance by Anthony Gonzalez, who
voices Miguel in the movie. Customers will experience the sounds
and culture up-close and in-the-moment as Anthony sings a song from
the upcoming film accompanied by a guitarist.
For images and video of the Southwest Airlines
"Coco"-themed 737-700 aircraft,
visit swamedia.com.
SWEEPSTAKES RULES
NO PURCHASE
NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. A PURCHASE WILL NOT INCREASE
CHANCES OF WINNING. Void where
prohibited. Open to legal residents of 48 contiguous
United States and the District of Columbia age 19 or older at time
of entry. Limit one entry per person. All fields must
be completed. Approximate retail value of prize: $3,788.00. For complete details and
Official Rules,
visit familyflyaway.com.
By entering, information collected will be used in accordance with
Sponsor's Privacy Policy at
Southwest.com/privacy. Sponsor:
Southwest Airlines Co., 2702 Love Field Drive, Dallas, TX 75235. Enter by
October 25, 2017 at 11:59p.m. CDT.
ABOUT SOUTHWEST AIRLINES CO.
In its 47th year of service, Dallas-based Southwest
Airlines (NYSE: LUV) differentiates itself above
all other air carriers with exemplary Customer Service delivered by
more than 55,000 Employees to more than 115 million Customers
annually. Southwest became the nation's largest domestic air
carrier in 2003 and maintains that ranking based on the U.S.
Department of Transportation's most recent reporting of domestic
originating passengers boarded. Southwest operates more than 4,000
departures a day during peak travel periods among a network of 99
destinations in the United States
and nine additional countries. Service to Turks and Caicos is
scheduled to begin Nov. 5,
2017.
Southwest coined Transfarency®
to describe its purposed philosophy of treating Customers
honestly and fairly, empowering them to expect a reliably low and
uniquely flexible fare from purchase through journey. 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 carriers offer free checked bags on select routes or in
qualified circumstances), and Southwest never charges change fees,
though fare differences might apply.
As launch customer of the Boeing 737 MAX 8, the Company
operates the largest fleet in the world of Boeing aircraft, all of
which are now equipped with satellite-based WiFi. That connectivity
enables Customers to use personal devices to view video on-demand
movies and television shows, as well as nearly 20 channels of free,
live TV. In 2014, the airline proudly unveiled a bold new
look: Heart. A new logo, aircraft livery, interior
design featuring a new seat and Flight Attendant galley,
Employee-designed uniforms, and an updated airport experience all
showcase the dedication of Southwest Employees who 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 44 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 2016 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.
ABOUT DISNEY•PIXAR'S "COCO"
Despite his family's baffling generations-old ban on
music, Miguel (voice of newcomer Anthony
Gonzalez) dreams of becoming an accomplished musician like
his idol, Ernesto de la Cruz (voice
of Benjamin Bratt). Desperate to prove his talent, Miguel
finds himself in the stunning and colorful Land of the Dead
following a mysterious chain of events. Along the way, he meets
charming trickster Héctor (voice of Gael García Bernal), and
together, they set off on an extraordinary journey to unlock the
real story behind Miguel's family history. Directed by Lee Unkrich ("Toy Story 3"), co-directed by
Adrian Molina (story artist
"Monsters University") and produced by Darla K. Anderson ("Toy Story 3"),
Disney•Pixar's "Coco" opens in U.S. theaters on Nov. 22, 2017. For more information,
check out http://movies.disney.com/coco,
Hashtag: #PixarCoco, Pixar Coco Facebook,
Pixar Coco Twitter and Pixar
Coco Instagram.
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