Alaska Airlines from Puerto Vallarta to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport

Ah, it's time to trade the heat and tequila of Puerto Vallarta for the glorious highs of Minnesota's wind chill. That’s right, one way or another, you're trading your colorful sombreros for fuzzy fur hats.

And what a journey it is! The magnificent flights of fancy that await you onboard Alaska Airlines are bound to be as exhilarating as a seal scoffing a salmon fresh from the ice-cold Alaskan waters. Now, speaking of Alaska, there’s an intriguing fact about this frosty state you probably didn't know. It’s not perpetually covered in snow. Quite the contrary. Their 'summer,' a term the locals use quite liberally, can actually climb to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit – ‘Blazing’ by Eskimo standards!

Now onto this luxurious airfare. As we all know, the thrill of air travel hinges entirely on the number of layovers. What could be more glamorous than loitering around an airport food court at three in the morning? Onward from Puerto Vallarta, you might be lucky enough to experience the joyous enthusiasm of a vibrant Houston Airport at midnight, or perhaps you’ll pay a nocturnal visit to Seattle, the birthplace of your beloved Alaska Airlines.

But then again, perhaps you’re one of those no-nonsense, non-stop, direct flights types. For you, Alaska Airlines sometimes graciously reduces the anticipation with a flight unhindered by casual layovers. The flight duration? Think of it as an invigorating 7-9 hour airborne retreat, a temporary sanctuary from reality.

The journey gets even more resplendent if you choose to travel in the opulence of first-class, basking in the lap of luxury with five inches more legroom than economy class. Though, let's face it, selecting a premium economy or business class is much like choosing between a gold-plated and a silver-plated thimble – either way, you're in for a treat!

Also, to ease your suspense regarding baggage allowance – it’s 50lbs per bag. Although if you’re carrying back tequila or sombreros, you might want to double-check the rules about bringing joy into the US.

Now, any average traveler would recommend the 'best time to book' is precisely when you think you cannot put it off any longer. But here's a whimsical idea – how about getting in there early? Revolutionary, indeed! Alaskan Airlines often throws in tempting flight deals that might just lessen the sting of parting with your precious pesos.

For those freewheeling adventurers who ritually miss their alarms, rest assured that there’s usually an eclectic range of last-minute flights. However, you will have to compromise on little things - like your preferred travel dates and perhaps a small fraction of your sanity.

No missive about flying with Alaska Airlines would be complete without mentioning its superb in-flight services. There's limitless entertainment – that is if your idea of fun revolves around refreshing the 'flight tracker' screen every two minutes. Equally thrilling are the tantalizing choices of pretzels or biscuits served with a warm smile.

And just in case you develop an inexplicable affection for the sultry beaches of Puerto Vallarta, Alaska Airlines has a reasonably flexible flight cancellation policy – though they might keep a small token of your forgetfulness for themselves.

So whether it's a round-trip or a one-way ticket to Minnesota, flying Alaska Airlines from Puerto Vallarta is guaranteed to be as joyous as a polar bear on a water slide. Safe travels, fellow voyagers, and keep an eye out for those spectacular airline reviews! They’re usually as superbly crafted and detailed as this one.