Fly Southwest: PVR to Fresno, California

If you’ve ever dreamed of exchanging your pedestrian routine for the cerulean beaches and breathtaking bays of Puerto Vallarta, boy oh boy, have I got a surprise for you! Buckle up, as we take you on a humorously informative ride on the Southwest Airlines, all the way from undefined (wherever that might be) to Fresno, via the sun-kissed sands of Puerto Vallarta. How’s that for making your beach bum dreams come true?

Now, let’s take it from the top and dive straight into the realm of airfare. If you've been impoverished by buying avocado toast every breakfast, you'll be pleased to hear about Southwest's cheap flights. The airline is very much like the Robin Hood of the skies, giving reasonable airfare rates to the cash-strapped among us without robbing the filthy rich. Because let's face it - we all deserve to dip our toes in Puerto Vallarta's waters!

While travelling, there are two things more unreliable than a wifi connection in a coffee shop: flight durations and our bodies’ uncanny ability to adjust to different time zones. If, like me, you find the prospect of a red-eye flight as appealing as a cactus smoothie, pay close attention here. Most flights from undefined to Fresno with a breezy layover in Puerto Vallarta are generally direct flights with a reasonable flight duration.

However, if you’re the kind that enjoys the thrill of the chase (read: running to catch your connecting flight in a massive, unfamiliar airport), Southwest does have a few connecting flights on this route. Bonus: these might even be cheaper, allowing you to save valuable bucks for an extra tasteful Margarita (or seven) in Puerto Vallarta. Because who needs to jog when you can sprint through an airport, right?

Now, let’s jabber a little about the in-flight services. Southwest offers the full spectrum, from economy class to first class. The economy class is like the Mcdonalds of the air - it's not fancy, but it's pretty darn good for the price. On the other hand, first-class is like dining with the Queen: you probably won't do it every day, but when you do, it's worth every penny.

If you are a frequent flyer who scoffs at layovers and spends more time in the air than on the ground, it might be worth checking out Southwest's mileage program. You can earn points with every flight, and before you know it, you'll be flying from undefined to Fresno for free! (Terms and Conditions apply, obviously). After all, who wouldn't like a free ticket to glorious Puerto Vallarta?

For those who treat packing as an Olympic sport and redefine the meaning of "baggage allowance" every time they travel, Southwest takes the gold for generosity. Baggage allowance here is like an all-you-can-eat buffet - within reason, of course.

Lastly, but in no way least, their flight cancellation policy is pretty decent. I mean, it’s not as flexible as a Cirque du Soleil acrobat, but it's closer to a yoga enthusiast. Which is to say, you could cancel your flight if an impromptu 'Netflix and Chill' session seems more appealing than Puerto Vallarta's sunsets. But really, who would do that?

There you have it, folks! The gloriously humor-laden low-down on flying with Southwest from undefined to Fresno, via Puerto Vallarta. If the wit and humor don't persuade you to book, perhaps the enticing discount on airfare and the promise of pristine Pacific Coast beaches will. Happy flying!