Is the Southwest Companion Pass Still Worth Chasing after the 2027 Changes?

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What does Southwest's loyalty overhaul mean for the Companion Pass, elite status and credit card earning in 2027? Hosts Sally French and Meghan Coyle discuss Southwest's Rapid Rewards overhaul to help you figure out whether the Companion Pass and elite status are still within your reach in 2027. They break down how the Companion Pass becomes a perk of the new Platinum tier, why credit card welcome offers and bonus categories will no longer count toward it, and whether the lower tiers of Southwest elite status offer more than a Southwest credit card. They also cover the new Milestone Rewards and individual Companion Pass trips, international airline partners and other new ways to use points,…