Nov 19, 2024
If you’ve ever wondered whether Hilton Honors deserves a spot in your points and miles strategy, this episode is for you! We’re diving into everything you need to know about Hilton’s award program, from earning points and using free night certificates to snagging unforgettable stays like Bora Bora and Santorini—all without breaking the bank.
Why Hilton Honors is Worth a Look
We kick off the episode with Jess sharing her journey from being a
Hyatt loyalist to appreciating the value Hilton brings to the
table. With perks like generous free night certificates and
partnerships with Small Luxury Hotels (SLH), Hilton is making
waves. Alex and Pam echo these sentiments, recounting how they’ve
used Hilton points to book some seriously bucket-list-worthy
properties.
Earning Hilton Points Made Easy
One of the best parts of the Hilton Honors program? Their credit
card lineup! Alex breaks down the personal and business options,
from the no-annual-fee Hilton Honors card to the premium Aspire
card with Diamond status. Whether you’re a casual traveler or
all-in on Hilton, these cards make earning points a breeze. Jess
also highlights a pro tip: timing your card applications to snag
bonus offers with free night certificates.
Maximizing Hilton Free Night
Awards
Hilton’s free night certificates are a game-changer, and we’re all
in agreement—they’re the best in the business. Jess shares how she
used one to stay at the Canaves Epitome in Santorini, a property
where rooms go for $2,000 a night. Pam and Alex talk about
combining points and free nights for five-night stays to take
advantage of Hilton’s “fifth night free” benefit, a must for
maximizing your points at luxury destinations.
Our Favorite Hilton Stays (and What’s
Next)
From Bora Bora to Cabo, we each share our most memorable Hilton
stays and what makes them so special. Pam recalls her time at the
Waldorf Astoria Los Cabos Pedregal, where every room had a private
plunge pool and daily guacamole delivery. Alex dreams of a future
visit to the Waldorf Astoria Maldives. And Jess has some incredible
city stays lined up for next year, including the Conrad Tokyo and
Canopy Reykjavik.
Ready to Plan Your Dream Hilton
Trip?
This episode is packed with tips for making the most of Hilton
points, including using tools like MaxMyPoint for award
availability and taking advantage of Amex Membership Rewards
transfer bonuses. If you’re not already a Hilton fan, this deep
dive might just convert you. Tune in now and start dreaming of your
next unforgettable stay—on points!
Links For This Episode:
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Hilton points explorer: https://www.hilton.com/en/hilton-honors/points-explorer/
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Links For All Things Travel Mom Squad: stan.store/travelmomsquad
Episode Minute By Minute:
- 01:37 – Our Backgrounds with Hilton and First Impressions
- 06:30 – Earning Hilton Points with Credit Cards
- 12:50 – Maximizing Free Night Awards
- 18:20 – The Fifth Night Free Benefit and How to Use It
- 28:15 – Our Favorite Hilton Stays So Far
- 36:45 – Dream Hilton Destinations for the Future