Although slightly off topic here in the MR forum, I'd caution you to think long and hard before selecting Southwest. Do you plan to redeem all your award travel for domestic (48 contiguous states) travel? Do you mind always riding in coach? If you answered no to either question, you'll want to look at a legacy carrier (AA, DL, UA, or even US). Even if you plan to save up for a trip to Hawaii or Alaska or if you want to fly in premium cabins for work or vacation, Southwest won't help you there.