Hi all!

I am trying to piece together an around the world itinerary. This will all take place in the span of about 35 days in August 2016. I was hoping I could get some advice ideas from the forum. Here is the general plan-

JFK-TIA via ROM, SKG-IST, IST-DXB, DXB-BKK, BKK to NRT via HKG (hopefully), and finally NRT-LGA via DFW.

Currently, I have already booked JFK-TIA through Delta points, and NRT-LGA business/first through Aadvantage.

My current balances standing are apprx:

110k Aadvantage
51k avios (BA)
50k Alaskan
148k (Amex MR)
30k delta

Could anyone recommend how to best complete IST-DXB, DXB-BKK, and BKK-NRT through these? I think I may pay for IST-DXB outright as it is about $130 non stop in August of 2016....

Also, any general advice about visiting these cities? Thank you ALL in advance!