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:

1. Earn points on tax payments: Paying taxes with a credit card can help generate rewards or complete welcome bonuses.
2. Lock in travel tools early: Thrifty Traveler Premium raised prices, making earlier signups more valuable.
3. Community meetup planned: The Boldly Go WhatsApp group is organizing an in-person points-and-miles gathering.
4. New Rove transfer partner: Scandinavian Airlines EuroBonus joins the Rove Miles transfer network.
5. Limited SAS bonus: A 20 percent transfer bonus to SAS is available during the launch promotion.
6. Use Saks credits soon: Amex Platinum Saks benefits may become harder to use as stores close.
7. AA loyalty promo: American Airlines offers bonus Loyalty Points on qualifying flights through April.
8. Emirates award changes: Some partner flights now require fewer miles, especially short routes.

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