{"podcast":{"title":"The BoldlyGo Podcast: Revolutionizing Your Journey","slug":"revolutionizing-your-journey-travel-with-points-miles-6684942","podcast_index_feed_id":6684942,"rss_url":"https://feeds.captivate.fm/revolutionizing-your-journey/","website_url":"https://boldlygo.world/","image_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/7007a4cb-3da5-488f-ad37-03f335d43647/6.jpg","author":"DeAndre Coke","episode_count":245,"summary":"The BoldlyGo Podcast: Revolutionizing Your Journey is your inside pass to traveling better, farther, and more luxuriously using points, miles, and smart travel strategies. Hosted by financial advisor and world traveler DeAndre Coke alongside his wife and travel partner Taryn Gisbert, the show explores how everyday people are unlocking bucket-list experiences around the world—often for a fraction of the normal cost. Each episode features conversations with travelers, creators, families, and industry experts who share practical strategies, unforgettable stories, and the real-world systems they use to maximize travel rewards, airline miles, hotel points, elite status, and credit card perks. From flying international business class and staying in overwater villas in the Maldives to navigating family travel, destination deep dives, and hidden luxury experiences, The BoldlyGo Podcast blends inspiration with actionable advice for travelers at every level. You’ll hear stories from couples who booked five-star honeymoons almost entirely on points, families exploring the world without breaking the bank, and travelers who’ve learned how to turn everyday spending into extraordinary adventures…","last_synced_at":"2026-06-17T18:20:16.132517+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/revolutionizing-your-journey-travel-with-points-miles-6684942"},"episode":{"title":"Quick Hits: Tax Season Points Strategy, Emirates Award Chart Updates, the First Boldlygo Meetup & More!","slug":"quick-hits-tax-season-points-strategy-emirates-award-chart-updates-the-first-boldlygo-meetup-more","published_at":"2026-03-13T08:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/revolutionizing-your-journey-travel-with-points-miles-6684942/quick-hits-tax-season-points-strategy-emirates-award-chart-updates-the-first-boldlygo-meetup-more","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/revolutionizing-your-journey-travel-with-points-miles-6684942","url":"https://voyascape.com/revolutionizing-your-journey/quick-hits-tax-season-points-strategy-emirates-award-chart-updates-the-first-boldlygo-meetup-more","audio_url":"https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/81c32c30-0ed7-4155-9729-2199b2598085.mp3","summary":"In this Quick Hits episode, DeAndre Coke shares several updates from the points-and-miles world, along with practical travel strategies. He starts with a reminder that tax season can be a strong opportunity to earn points by paying taxes with a credit card, especially when working toward welcome bonuses or using high-earning cards. He also highlights the Thrifty Traveler Premium price increase and explains why locking in the lower rate before the change can offer long-term value. Community updates include plans for a Boldly Go WhatsApp meetup and a new guest blog review of the Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica. The episode also covers loyalty program news, including Rove Miles adding Scandinavian Airlines as a transfer partner with a limited 20 percent transfer bonus. DeAndre wraps up with reminders about using Amex Platinum Saks credits, a new American Airlines Loyalty Points promotion, and a rare award pricing improvement from Emirates on certain partner flights. Key takeaways: Earn points on tax payments: Paying taxes with a credit card can help generate rewards or complete welcome bonuses. Lock in travel tools early: Thrifty Traveler Premium raised prices, making earlier signups more valuable. Community meetup planned: The Boldly Go WhatsApp group is organizing an in-person points-and-miles gathering. New Rove transfer partner: Scandinavian Airlines EuroBonus joins the Rove Miles transfer network. Limited SAS bonus: A 20 percent transfer bonus to SAS is available during the launch promotion. Use Saks credits soon: Amex Platinum Saks benefits may become harder to use as stores close. AA loyalty promo: American Airlines offers bonus Loyalty Points on qualifying flights through April. Emirates award changes: Some partner flights now require fewer miles, especially short rout…","meta_description":"In this Quick Hits episode, DeAndre Coke shares several updates from the points-and-miles world, along with practical travel strategies. 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