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Tag: Hilton Honors

How I Turned My Amex Hilton Credit Into a Five-Star Date Night — And Other Creative Ways to Use It
How I Turned My Amex Hilton Credit Into a Five-Star Date Night — And Other Creative Ways to Use It
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The American Express Business Platinum Card and Hilton Surpass card offer up to $200 in Hilton statement credits per year, split into four $50 quarterly credits. But, you don’t need a Hilton stay on the calendar every quarter to make use of this credit. With a little planning, it’s possible to find simple, worthwhile ways to use it. Here's how I used it to book a fancy date night in Las Vegas.

Brie Bash
Brie Bash

Reviewed by Allie Johnson

SLH Club: Our Guide to the Small Luxury Hotels Loyalty Program
SLH Club: Our Guide to the Small Luxury Hotels Loyalty Program
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Small Luxury Hotels of the World — a highly-curated, exclusive group of independent hotels — has its own SLH Club loyalty program. While the hotels themselves are quite popular, the rewards program truly is news to many, even those savvy travelers. Does the program deliver similar value to the luxurious properties themselves, though? Here's all you need to know to make up your mind.

Ben Nickel-D'Andrea
Ben Nickel-D'Andrea

Reviewed by Allie Johnson

After Three Devaluations This Year, Are Hilton Honors Free Night Certificate Caps Coming Next?
After Three Devaluations This Year, Are Hilton Honors Free Night Certificate Caps Coming Next?
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After three devaluations in just nine months, Hilton Honors is becoming harder to love. Frequent negative changes like these leave a sour taste for members who work hard and spend a lot to stockpile points, and each increase pushes aspirational properties further out of reach. With the cap for a standard award night now at 250,000 points, it’s fair to wonder — are Hilton’s free night certificates next in line for changes?

Tyler Glatt
Tyler Glatt
14 Exciting Small Luxury Hotels (SLH) Properties Bookable With Hilton Honors Points
14 Exciting Small Luxury Hotels (SLH) Properties Bookable With Hilton Honors Points
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Hilton's integration of SLH properties into its own portfolio provides members incredible opportunities. Of the 400 or so hotels now eligible for award stays, several make for excellent uses of points and free night certificates. Here are 14 bespoke properties that stand out based on location, level of luxury, or redemption value — or all three!

Ross DenkinCameron Laufer
Ross Denkin & Cameron Laufer

Reviewed by JT Genter

Traveling to Universal Epic Universe? Here Are the Best Hotels Nearby Bookable With Points
Traveling to Universal Epic Universe? Here Are the Best Hotels Nearby Bookable With Points
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Epic Universe made quite a splash earlier this summer when it was unveiled to the world. If you want to check out the newest major theme park in the U.S., you have several hotel options — from those offering valuable perks for visitors to those bookable for as few as 12,000 points per night! In this post, we explore all available options, brand by brand.

Mark Jackson
Mark Jackson

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

Maximizing Hilton Points & Free Night Certificates at Small Luxury Hotels of the World in the Caribbean
Maximizing Hilton Points & Free Night Certificates at Small Luxury Hotels of the World in the Caribbean
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Hilton’s partnership with Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH) gives you access to unique, upscale stays at boutique properties around the globe, including some stunning spots in the Caribbean. Even better, you can book stays at these posh properties with Hilton points or free night certificates. Here’s how to make the most of Hilton’s SLH partnership for a luxury Caribbean escape.

Scott Sikes
Scott Sikes

Reviewed by JT Genter

How to Earn Hilton Lifetime Diamond Status (And If It’s Worth It)
How to Earn Hilton Lifetime Diamond Status (And If It’s Worth It)
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Hilton Diamond status is one of the most valuable hotel elite statuses, offering perks like free breakfast, suite upgrades, and lounge access. While you can earn it annually through credit cards or stays, Hilton also offers a Lifetime Diamond status — granting permanent top-tier benefits with no need to requalify each year. But how do you earn it, and is it worth the effort? Let's dive in.

Scott Sikes
Scott Sikes

Reviewed by JT Genter