Absolutely you want to do this. I've been in GE from close to the beginning, as has my wife. We are retired and travel internationally at least once a year, sometimes more. Next week we leave for Europe and the Christmas markets. This will be our 3 Intl this year. It is worth it and, as mentioned, there is no minimum on trips. You will be so thankful, both when you leave (expedited security w/o shoes and belt off...and no line/ at least on AA), and expedited entry and customs on the way in. Occasionally, there are snafu's, esp returning in MIA, which has always been a disaster. The application and interview process is interesting, like getting a military clearance...which was fine with us.