What Would You Do for a Million Miles? The Extreme Points Play from Ashley Gets Around

Learn how a points pro mapped a six-continent route to score 1 million Turkish Airlines miles.

Hosts Meghan Coyle and Sally French talk to Ashley Peterson, founder of Ashley Gets Around, about how she became a “points millionaire” while traveling across the globe. But first, they break down the latest travel headlines, including winter storm flight cancellations and airline waivers, new restrictions and options tied to Bilt Cash, Citi ThankYou Rewards dropping Aeromexico as a transfer partner, upcoming Capital One lounge access changes for authorized users, and Hilton’s new Apartment Collection.

Then, Meghan talks to Ashley Peterson about Turkish Airlines’ six-continent promo that earned her 1 million miles. They discuss what it takes to plan a “wackadoodle” route, how starting outside the U.S. and switching airports can change the price, and what to watch for with business-class seat setups and redemption rules once the miles finally hit your account.

Card benefits, terms and fees can change. For the most up-to-date information about cards mentioned in this episode, read our reviews:

• Capital One Venture X Review: A Steal of a Deal Among Premium Cards

• Capital One Venture X Business: A Premium Business Travel Card Worth the Annual Fee

• Bilt Card From Wells Fargo: No Longer Available, but New Versions Coming

• Bilt’s 3 New Cards Earn Rewards on Housing, But It’s Complicated

Resources discussed in this episode:

• The Guide to Bilt Transfer Partners

• 5 Best Credit Card Points Programs and Who They Partner With

• Venture X Card to Drop Free Lounge Access for Guests, Authorized Users

• Smart Travel Episode about Bilt’s new cards

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