Southwest Airlines and Strollers

[Fabooliss]

I read that we can gate-check our stroller, but then what happens to it? Do they put in under with the cargo or is it in the cabin?
Where do you get it back?
Should we be looking for a stroller bag for protection or does it stay pretty clean?
Thanks!

[dsneygirl]

You check your stroller right at the gate. Last thing before you get right on the plane. The strollers all go on last on top of the luggage. I would not bother with a bag. We have already flown to Florida and across the country (Seattle) with both our Mac and Graco Quattro and the strollers arrived in great condition. The bag would be one more thing to have to worry about.

When you exit the plane the strollers will be brought up and waiting there.