Austin, TX

It's here — the final episode of Season 1 of our travel-themed podcast, Miles Away! To close out, we take you on a journey all around the world, as we share some highlights from the first year. Hear from professional travelers as they detail destinations from French Polynesia to Cape Town, and everywhere in between. And, please subscribe and stay tuned for much more to come — Season 2 will be here before you know it! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're heading down to the booming capital city of Austin, TX — one of the world's best places to enjoy BBQ, live music and the great outdoors. TPG's resident Austin local Katherine Fan joins to give listeners a taste of her favorite Texas hotspot. Visitors may know Austin as a leading party destination, but the city's also growing as a global tech, food and culture hub, making it a must-see for countless tourists and business travelers alike. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today is a full-fledged airline battle with JT Genter (American Airlines), Scott Mayerowitz (Delta), Zach Honig (United) and Benet Wilson (Southwest). These TPGers debate the inflight product — things like the seats, fleet, catering and service — airports and lounges, frequent-flyer perks and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lori Zaino, senior writer at TPG and Madrid resident, explains why you shouldn't miss out on visiting one of Western Europe's more affordable capitals, and shares her tips for using points and miles to book a a luxury adventure on the cheap. You'll also learn about what makes the city so alluring, which food markets to visit and tastier alternatives to sangria. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Giveaway Alert! This week, we're giving you a chance to win the luxury adventure of a lifetime, and the only way to win is to listen to this episode — two round-trip business-class tickets from the US to Turkey and three nights at the Four Seasons in Istanbul! Plus, TPG's Zach Honig and Nick Ellis discuss what makes a visit to Turkey so special, including must-visit sites, such as Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We head to the South Pacific to conquer a top item on many an aviation geek's bucket list: United's special Island Hopper flight, connecting the islands between Honolulu and Guam. TPG globe-trotting duo, JT and Katie Genter, share their tips for booking, making the most of each leg and enjoying some stops in paradise along the way. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

TPG UK's director of content Nicky Kelvin details flight and hotel options and debunks those age-old rumors of sub-par British cuisine — Indian food reigns supreme, while global news editor Emily McNutt chats about life as a London expat and permanent tourist having recently relocated from New York City. Learn which neighborhoods to visit and how best to get around. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you've been thinking about getting to know America better with a road trip, we've got you covered. Travel expert Lee Abbamonte shares his tips on how to conquer the four corners of the United States. He provides a route suggestion, expenses you should factor in, and how to stay entertained when you have hundreds of miles of road ahead of you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The general manager of TripSavvy, Molly Fergus shares some tips around planning an early Autumn visit to Oktoberfest in Munich. Get the lowdown on the history of the event and where best to fly into and stay. Molly and Zach have got your survival guide for an unforgettable time in the city's famed beer halls and tents. Pro Tip — reserve your seat ahead of time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Brian Biros, TPG's resident backpacker, closes out his Miles Away Takeover. This time, TPG's senior travel features reporter Katherine Fan joins him in conversation about tips for solo female travelers. Katherine shares advice on how to stay safe, making friends along the way, and what men can do to support their fellow sisters on the road.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.