Fly Southwest: RSW to South Bend, Indiana

Well, my dear Jules Verne wannabe, I bid you warm greetings. You, the intrepid globe trotter, are considering jetting off from the hitherto undefined realm of Fort Myers to the rustic allure of South Bend. And my, oh my, I believe Southwest flights are your swift magic carpet in the sky. Water your poetic wanderlust, and get ready to fly more efficiently, economically and yes - humorously!

Firstly, let's chat about the airfare. Now, unless you are a member of the Monopoly Money Millionaire's Club (which I'm pretty sure doesn't exist), you're probably interested in snagging the best flight deals. Southwest is often the matchmaker who links budget-conscious travelers with affordable aviation affection. Indeed, the tickets are as cheap as a thrifty seagull hunting for an untouched french fry in a beach bin. And remember, while thriftiness is next to godliness, starvation definitely isn't. So, make sure your travel budget doesn't plug its nose and take a nosedive into the ocean due to an overpriced flight.

You may be asking, "Dear writer, should I go for direct flights, or would that be as homely as a mud fence?" To which I will reply - Direct flights are as brilliant as a woodpecker in a lumber yard! They cut the chance of an unwanted spotlit solo performance we commonly call a ‘layover’. Yes, that dreaded dragon so many of us would rather not dance with."

Southwest's flight duration is as punctual as a Swiss watch, and while they don't yet have teleports, their flights are pretty darn quick - and reliable. Cancellations are as rare as a non-paranormal explanation in an episode of the X-Files! Should the unthinkable happen though, their flight cancellation policy is as comforting as a warm tea on a frosty dawn. So, you can rest easy, unless those in-flight snacks happen to be serenaded by some bored and off-key air biscuits from a fellow passenger.

A few others to remember, my erstwhile traveling maestro. If aiming for a round-trip, and you’re as flexible as a contortionist under hypnosis, do make use of Southwest’s low fare calendar. It’s like a fortune teller for your travel plans. And if you're an impromptu explorer considering last-minute flights – fret not, Southwest's got a Santa-like bag brimming with flight deals that will liven up your unchartered whimsy.

Now, let's not overlook the all-important baggage allowance. Folks at Southwest love luggage like Paris loves romance. In other words, you can carry those extra pairs of socks and underwear without the airline making you feel like you're smuggling gold bullion. But be warned perhaps packing your pet elephant might be pushing it - just a bit.

So there you have it, a burst of relevant information transmitted from my QWERTY Ouija board to your excited explorer's brain. You're all set to leap into the unknown, sensing the thrill of the journey even before the cabin doors close. An undefined departure from Fort Myers to an adventurous arrival in South Bend - get ready to paint another vibrant escapade on your travel canvas with Southwest.