Fly Southwest: MHT to Washington, Virginia

Ah, the charmed life of a traveler! Galloping from one glorious locale to another with an enormous suitcase and a child-like sense of awe. Like most adventurers I know, you’re likely weighing the pros and cons of flying Southwest from the yet-to-be-located land we'll refer to as “undefined” in Manchester all the way to Washington. Perhaps, you're contemplating the atrocities of committing to a 'Red-eye flight' or daring to hope against hope for the elusive 'Flight deals'. Well, really aren't we all?

Firstly, allow me to burst your “Direct flights” bubble. With Southwest, you’ll likely be making pitstops at places with enchanting names like Branson, Jacksonville and possibly, Entebbe! These outpatient style air expeditions or, let's call them what they really are, 'Connecting flights', offer an opportunity for an extra stamp on your frequent flyer card, and a surreal layover in places that can make 'undefined' seem like a tourist hotspot. Ah, the joys of travel!

The gambling temperament in the Southwest traveler, and by this, I mean the actual traveler, not the airline, is a delight to behold. Should I go for 'One-Way' or 'Round-Trip'? It's almost like a rolled dice - or a torn ticket, if you will. Some reckless souls even toy with the idea of 'Last-minute flights'. But, may I caution you, my dear fun-loving soul, the game of Russian Roulette with Airfare rarely favors the brave or the tardy!

Yes, who can resist the siren call of 'Cheap flights'? The thrill of nabbing a seat – any seat - at a thrifty price, often outweighing the fact that that seat might fold in half if someone looks at it wrong. And, ‘Business class’, ‘Premium economy’ or ‘First-class’, would merely be pipe dreams. But why pine for the luxury of gaining those extra few inches of legroom, when you can embrace the delights of an Economy Class, where one learns the survival skill of existing on an airplane with a legspace designed for a pixie!

The decision about extra baggage remains a cliffhanger right till the end. Will the baggage allowance today allow me to stow away my spare set of dumbbells? Or this beloved shelter dog I found moments ago? Ah, the whimsicality!

Let's not overlook the 'Flight Duration'. It’s treated like countdown timer to a surprise party that everybody already knows about. The captain blithely announces: "Folks, our flight time today will be approximately 17 hours." As if he's doing us a favor by warning us to override our common senses, unpack our celebratory rubber chickens, and partake in this airborne fiesta!

For those choosing Southwest, it's advisable to apply the "Show, don't tell" rule when considering 'Airline reviews'. It's like a quantum physics equation - the more you try to understand it, the less you actually do. Leaving an airplane review is a delicate art, a blend of belly-aching tragedy and farcical comedy. Critics might grumble about a dull in-flight meal or an over-enthusiastic air hostess. And yet, they still give four stars!

So, fellow future 'Non-stop' fliers, I wish you the best of times planning your logistical escapade from Manchester's 'undefined' to Washington. Brace yourself for a flight schedule as predictable as a cat on a caffeine fix, baggage politics and the inherent irony of 'Frequent flyer' programs. Remember, the journey, and not the destination, as long as it’s not 'undefined', is the real adventure! Safe travels!