Fly Southwest: CRP to Bloomington, Illinois

Ladies and Gentleman, grab your suitcases and download your favorite in-flight entertainment because we are about to embark on a trip full of adventure, laughter, and most likely a pretzel or two. Pardon my humor, but why not sprinkle a little fun on our virtual journey from Corpus Christi to Bloomington aboard none other than our trusty steed, Southwest Airlines.

Now, this is no ordinary flight path. With Southwest, we have a few flight-flipping options that will suit everyone: the speed-seekers hunting for non-stop flights, the laid-back layover lovers or the thrifty frequent flyers looking for the best deal in town. Either way, your airfare isn't going to break the bank, so in the words of our trusty co-pilot, sit back, relax and prep those light-as-a-feather Frequent Flyer cards!

Imagine the scene: Waiting in the economy class queue, sipping on your morning coffee, trying to balance your passport, boarding pass and carry-on baggage. Suddenly, and quite miraculously, you finally understand why you need two hands and three coffee cups! But don't let this put a damper on your journey. Just remember: Never sweat the small stuff, like spilling coffee on your white shirt before a flight. It just adds to your “world traveler” allure.

You board your cheerful, sky-bound chariot, and begin to wander towards your seats. And as you do, don't forget to check your boarding pass. You never know, your economy fare might just magically turn into a first-class ticket. Stranger things have happened (okay, they haven't...but we can dream, right?).

And now, thanks to Southwest's friendly in-flight services crew, we're off to the skies! Fasten that seatbelt and get ready for a journey filled with requisite seatbelt-on, seatbelt-off shenanigans. Trust me, the color-changing bathroom sign will keep you occupied on this flight. Red or green, that is the question...

Once airborne, you'll be on the edge of your (economy class) chair contemplating the best time to order that ginger ale and complimentary snack. Remember folks, timing is everything – particularly when it comes to in-flight snack schedules - and three’s a crowd when it comes to pretzel packets, so remember to be neighborly!

As soon as you pop in those earbuds, recline that one-inch recliner, and get semi-comfortable, you'll already be descending into Bloomington. And just when you thought you couldn't handle one more seatbelt joke, you're back on firm ground. Most likely with a round-trip ticket and a few Southwest rewards points richer!

No matter your travel style, in this turbulent world of 'air-fares' and 'where’s-the-exit,' Southwest Airlines has you covered. So whether it’s direct flights from Corpus Christi to Bloomington you're after, or you are just after the thrill of the layover, we've got your wings.

Just remember, you get more than a seat when you fly Southwest. You get the laughs, the ups and downs, fabulously delectable in-flight pretzels, and an ever-changing scenic landscape. Not to mention, ever-lasting memories from Corpus Christi all the way to Bloomington. So why fly when you can soar (according to a seagull, there's a difference)? Bon voyage!