Best Award Redemption Awarded to the program that has the best award availability, enabling members to get the awards they want when they want them. First awarded in 1998. 2000 Airline: Southwest Rapid Rewards International Airline: Thai Royal Orchid Plus Hotel: Starwood Preferred Guest International Hotel: Starwood Preferred Guest 1999 Airline: Southwest Rapid Rewards International Airline: Thai Royal Orchid Plus Hotel: Starwood Preferred Guest International Hotel: Starwood Preferred Guest 1998 Airline: Southwest Rapid Rewards International Airline: Qantas Airways Frequent Flyer Hotel: Marriott Rewards International Hotel: Shangri-La Golden Circlet Return to Winners' Circle Index