Miles Away

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Miles Away episodes

June 10, 2019 Backpacker Takeover: Listener Q&A
TPG's resident backpacker, Brian Biros, takes over "Miles Away" on this week's episode. We asked our listeners to call in and, boy, did they deliver! This time, Biros answers questions on expert packing tips, making the most of a small budget and maximizing points just for economy. And find out what you can do if you end up with a coveted million JetBlue TrueBlue Points.

Show Notes:
Ranger Roll Packing Technique
How to Survive a Long-Haul Flight in Economy

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18 min
June 03, 2019 New York City
We're exploring TPG's hometown today. Our team breaks down all of NYC: You'll learn about the neighborhoods, hear about a handful of the most iconic — and points-friendly — hotels, Paul McCartney's favorite pizza spot and our own restaurant recommendations.
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27 min
May 22, 2019 Cape Town
MSNBC weekend anchor Kendis Gibson joins us for an episode all about Cape Town, South Africa. Gibson explains why this city is perfect for your first trip to South Africa, breaks down the neighborhoods and shares where to find the most delicious food. Stay tuned till the end for flight and hotel options.
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25 min
May 15, 2019 San Francisco
Miles Away heads to the Bay Area for this episode. Brendan Dorsey, TPG's associate news editor, breaks down San Francisco; He shares where to stay and how to plan your days. You'll also find out what makes this city suitable for all kinds of travelers.
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22 min
May 08, 2019 Croatia
Whether you’re looking to zone out on a relaxing beach vacation or take a more adventurous route, look no further than Croatia. TPG Travel Editor Melanie Lieberman and TPG Social Media Editor Samantha Rosen share their must-have tips on everything you need to know about Adriatic coastal cuisine to Europe’s version of Yosemite National Park.
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25 min
May 01, 2019 Disney World 101 with Mommy Points
Summer Hull, AKA Mommy Points, joins Miles Away to tell you everything you need to know about booking a trip to Disney World. You'll learn how to navigate all four parks, discover resort and hotel options, and walk away knowing if you're better off going to Universal instead.
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26 min
April 24, 2019 Alaska: The Last Frontier
Darren Murph returns to the podcast to share his love of Alaska, detailing the best times to visit, the differences between Fairbanks and Anchorage, and providing recommendations so you can maximize your time in this gigantic, 663,300-square-mile state. And, being the world-class traveler that he is, Darren even manages to mix in some advice for taking your adventure to the next level, with a side trip way down south to Hawaii.
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24 min
April 17, 2019 Curating Your Trip with Social Media
TPG's social media editor Samantha Rosen and producer Danielle Vito break down how social media is changing the way people travel. They share tips, explain what to look out for and what to avoid, and offer their strategies for maximizing points and miles.
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23 min
April 10, 2019 Manhattan Beach with Johnny Jet
Johnny Jet is the founder of johnnyjet.com, a world traveler and a Manhattan Beach local. We sat down with him while he was in New York City to find out what to do if you have a long layover at LAX. Manhattan Beach is just five miles from LAX, so there is no need to stay in the airport if you have time to kill.
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28 min
April 03, 2019 Kauai: The Garden Isle
Sarah Silbert,TPG's senior credit cards editor, is a Kauai expert. She explains the differences between Princeville and Poipu, shares several hotel and flight options — bookable on points and miles, of course — and offers a few activity and food recommendations. You'll walk away from this episode knowing whether Kauai is the right Hawaiian island for you.
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23 min

About Miles Away

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Hosted by Editor-at-Large Zach Honig, Miles Away is all about the destination, and how to get there. Each episode explores either an off-the-beaten-path region or a popular, must-see travel hotspot…