Spirit Magazine - January 2014 - (Page 18)

Rapid Rewards Freedom Story Graham Bensinger S P O R T S J O U R N A L I S T, S T. LO U I S STOOL PROVIDED BY WWW.CENTRO-INC.COM + For Emmy Award-winning sports journalist Graham Bensinger, living out of a suitcase is a way of life. As the creator and host of In Depth with Graham Bensinger, a nationally televised series, Graham travels near and far to conduct exclusive interviews with star athletes. While he calls St. Louis home, last year Graham spent more than 200 days on the road filming, meeting with network executives, and growing his business. (On a recent press tour, he traveled to 13 cities in eight days!) Enter Southwest Airlines. As a small-business owner, Graham values the many benefits that Southwest provides over other airlines. For example, Graham says he's saved a small fortune in change fees by flying Southwest-his plans can change at the last minute if an interview gets rescheduled, which affects not only Graham but also the entire production crew traveling alongside him. Plus, shooting on location requires a lot of equipment, so the fact that Southwest offers two free checked bags per Customer plays in his team's favor. As an A-List Preferred Member in Southwest's Rapid Rewards Frequent Flyer program, Graham finds it easy to book reward travel at southwest.com using the bank of points that he's accumulated. Although true vacations are few and far between due to his unpredictable work schedule, he's enjoyed weekend getaways to cities like Chicago, New York, Phoenix, and Seattle courtesy of his Rapid Rewards Points. The fact that points don't expire is an added bonus, and Graham enjoys sharing them with friends and family so that they can travel as well. Graham is excited that Southwest will begin flying internationally later in 2014, as destinations in Mexico and the Caribbean are on his travel to-do list. Graham, we'll LUV seeing you next time you're onboard one of our red-bellied jets, no matter where you're headed. -Erin Terry ANCHOR AWAY Graham's TV job keeps him on-and in-the air. 18 SPIRIT JANUARY 2014 PHOTOGRAPHY BY WESLEY LAW http://www.southwest.com http://WWW.CENTRO-INC.COM

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Spirit Magazine - January 2014

Spirit Magazine - January 2014
Contents
Gary’s Greeting
Gary’s Greeting en Español
Star of the Month
Freedom Story
From the Editor
Your Words
Your Pictures
Do Detective Work
Media Center
Eat Drink Sleep
Blend Bourbon and Bitters
Munch on Mozzarella
Rendezvous in Rosemary Beach
Wise Guide
Communicate With Confidence
Put a Stop to Stalling
The Numbers
Make or Break a Beauty Habit
Keep a Secret
Business
Plan a Day in Providence
Secure a Career Coach
Get in the Games
The Long Run
Your Adventure in Wichita
Promotional Series: New Year, New You
Calendar
Fun!
Spotlight
Community Outreach
Products & Services
Flight Service
Terminal Maps
Information
Rapid Rewards and A+ Rewards Partners
Route Map
The “If” List

Spirit Magazine - January 2014