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Hotels · April 14, 2026

4 Kyoto Hotels I’d Book with a Hilton Free Night Certificate Before These Rare Offers End

Photo Credit: Hilton – FAUCHON L’Hotel Kyoto, an SLH Hotel Limited Time Offer:  the current offers with Free Night Certificate ending on 4/15 and two unusually rare welcome offers on the Surpass and no-fee Hilton cards. Can we talk about…

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Hotels · December 11, 2025

Why Your Family Needs a Hotel Credit Card Now

If you’ve ever tried to book hotels for a family trip during spring break or Christmas, you already know the feeling: You’ve planned the flights. You’ve lined up the dates. And then suddenly the hotel search hits you with…$600, $800,…

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Hotels, Japan · September 10, 2025

How To Save $2000 In ROKU Kyoto (It’s Damn Awesome!)

I Almost Let A Hilton Free Night Certificate Expire When planning our nine-day Kyushu journey, I never thought I’d divert north to Kyoto. That little certificate sat in my partner’s Hilton account, and my first thought was, maybe we’ll just…

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Asia, Japan · June 26, 2025

How To Plan 8-Day Itinerary For First Time Families In Kyushu, Japan

Japan is one of the safest, most enriching countries for families to explore whether it’s your first trip or your fifth. Most guides take you through the well-trodden trio of Tokyo, Osaka, and Kyoto. But what if your family wants…

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Hotels · May 23, 2025

Don’t Panic: Hilton Free Night Rewards Just Got More Valuable

The world of award travel shifted again quietly, and without notice. Hilton Honors, one of the most well-known loyalty programs in the hotel space, just increased the number of points required for high-end award stays at some of its most aspirational properties….

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Europe, Hotels, Uncategorized · February 27, 2025

How To Save $10000 In Hotels Cost In Italy

Japan is trending, but Europe isn’t fading away anytime soon! This year, we’ve crafted our itinerary to embrace Asia and Italy’s charming countryside. However, one thing we’ve noticed is that hotel prices in Italy are soaring. Thankfully, two hotel loyalty…

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Hotels · February 11, 2025

MaxMyPoint: How To Best Find Hotel Award Availability

If you are a family traveler who enjoys staying at luxury hotels by using points, you have likely encountered a significant challenge, such as finding available award nights at top-tier properties. Award availability at high-end hotels is often limited, requiring…

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Asia, Hotels, North America, Oceania · February 5, 2025

5 Best Places You Can Plan Last Minute For Valentine’s Day Getaway

Valentine’s Day is fast approaching, but there’s still time to plan an unforgettable escape! Whether you’re dreaming of a romantic retreat, a best-friends getaway, or a luxurious winter-to-spring family adventure, award travel makes it easier than ever to turn points…

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Hotels · October 2, 2024

3 Exciting Small Luxury Hotels Of The World (SLH) Properties You Would Love To Book With Hilton Honors Points

Hilton points are like they’ve got a reputation for being more trouble than they’re worth. And if you just throw them at random hotel bookings, yeah, you might find that paying cash would’ve been cheaper (ouch!). Plus, no sweet rewards…

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Hotels · September 27, 2024

How To Book Waldorf Astoria Los Cabos For Award Stays

Got a big event coming up? You’ll want to make it special with a luxurious stay! Or maybe you’ve got free night certificates (FNCs) from your Hilton co-branded credit cards burning a hole in your pocket and no idea what…

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Hotels · September 20, 2024

Unlock 60% Savings With These Top 4 Hotel Loyalty Programs

Think hotel stays have to be expensive? Think again! I have shared how to save 50% in the hotel accommodation when I planned our award travel with my family this summer. With a simple shift in your approach, you could…

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Hotels, Japan · September 12, 2024

Three Best Things You Must Know About Hilton Tokyo Bay: Your Ultimate Guide To A Magical Stay

Hilton Tokyo Bay: Best or Meh? Spoiler alert: It’s the best hotel for family award travel to Tokyo Disney Parks, and I’ll happily keep coming back! Disney magic is alive and well, whether you’re at Disneyland in Los Angeles and Tokyo,…

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I'm Maria—an award travel writer, miles & points strategist, coach, and speaker. Since 2019, I've been all about planning for families of 4, just like yours! My gig is helping "self-defined" families chase and achieve their points travel dreams. Thanks a bunch for dropping by!

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