Spirit Airlines ~ Offers Boston / Myrtle Beach flight

Spirit Airlines will fly one trip daily from Boston to Myrtle Beach that leaves and returns early enough to get in a round of golf, both when going and coming back. The discount airline with business class seats, is launching service starting Aug. 15.

Spirit is trading in its old airplanes for two new fuel-efficient models. The new Airbus jets consume up to 30 percent less fuel, which could help the airline move back into the black.

Spirit, much smaller than JetBlue Airways or Southwest Airlines, is trying to appeal to the traveler who wants low prices but doesn’t want to give up the old-line carrier benefits. It offers a rich frequent-flier package along with its all-leather seats.

Source: Jennifer Heldt Powell, Boston Herald