Hotel Reviews

Conrad Bora Bora Nui Review, a family stay in French Polynesia

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Visiting French Polynesia, especially Bora Bora, always felt like the kind of trip you dream about for years. In this Conrad Bora Bora Nui review, I’m sharing exactly what it was like to stay here as a family and whether this luxury resort truly lives up to the hype.

I’m walking through everything we experienced firsthand, from how we booked our stay on points to what the rooms, restaurants, beach, and amenities were really like. If you’re researching Conrad Bora Bora Nui and want honest, detailed insight before booking, this is exactly what I wish I had read.

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Hilton Honors Elite Status: new changes in 2026

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Hilton Honors is making significant changes to how members earn elite status starting January 1, 2026. The benefits of each Hilton tier remain the same, but the qualification requirements will work differently under the new system.

This guide breaks down how you earn Hilton status today and how the new 2026 earning structure will work. It also outlines what each tier includes so you can easily understand what’s changing and how it may impact your future stays.

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Billesley Manor Hotel review: a luxury stay in Stratford-upon-Avon

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We began our UK road trip in Shakespeare’s backyard, choosing Billesley Manor Hotel & Spa, just outside Stratford-upon-Avon, as our first stop. In this Billesley Manor Hotel & Spa review, I’ll walk you through how we booked with points and our stay in the barn rooms.

From the historic setting to the peaceful countryside atmosphere, here’s what it was really like staying at Billesley Manor with kids, in terms of comfort, dining, and location.

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Hilton Edinburgh Carlton review: a family stay in Edinburgh

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During our summer trip to the U.K., we took a road trip from London to Portree in the Scottish Highlands and spent a few days in Edinburgh. We stayed at the Hilton Edinburgh Carlton, a family-friendly hotel in Edinburgh Old Town, steps from the Royal Mile.

In this Hilton Edinburgh Carlton review, I’ll share how we booked our stay with Hilton Honors points, what it was like traveling as a family of four, and the top attractions in Edinburgh you can easily explore on foot.

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10 best family hotels to book with points

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Family travel can get expensive quickly, especially when you’re booking larger rooms, resort activities, and dining for everyone. One of the best ways we’ve been able to save money (without sacrificing comfort or experiences) is by using points and miles.

Over the years, we’ve stayed at certain hotels that stand out as truly family-friendly while still being bookable with points. Here are 10 of our favorite family hotels to book with points in 2025.

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SCHLOSS Roxburghe review: luxury Hyatt stay in the Scottish Borders

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If you’re planning a trip to Scotland and want a countryside escape that still feels luxurious, SCHLOSS Roxburghe Hotel & Golf Course in the Scottish Borders is a great choice. Part of Destination by Hyatt, this property mixes historic manor charm with a modern spa, golf course, cottages, and family-friendly amenities.

In this SCHLOSS Roxburghe hotel review, I’ll share how we booked our stay on Hyatt points, what the rooms are like, dining options, amenities, and what to do nearby with kids.

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Best Hilton hotels to use a Free Night Reward in 2025

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Hilton’s Free Night Reward Certificate is one of the most valuable perks you can earn from Hilton Honors credit cards.

Unlike other programs that cap certificates at certain categories, Hilton’s free night is valid at almost any Hilton property worldwide, if you can find standard room reward availability. That means you can use it for a stay in Hawaii or an all-inclusive villa in the Caribbean.

To help you decide where to use your certificate, here are 15 of the best Hilton hotels to redeem a Free Night Reward in 2025.

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Park Hyatt London River Thames review

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For our summer UK trip through England and Scotland, we started in London and stayed at the brand-new Park Hyatt London River Thames.

In this Park Hyatt London review, I’ll share what it was like spending six nights here with our two kids. From the family-friendly service to the quiet riverside location, this hotel became the perfect base for exploring London.

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Hilton Honors devaluation: second in 2025

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Hilton Honors has been one of the favorite programs for families booking luxury hotels on points. But over the past year, members have felt the sting of another Hilton devaluation.

But like most programs, Hilton continues to adjust its award pricing, and 2025 brought some significant changes. If you’ve noticed your favorite Hilton hotels costing more Hilton Honors points than before, you’re not imagining it.

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Thompson Palm Springs Review

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Palm Springs has long been a favorite desert escape for design lovers and sunshine seekers, and it’s also surprisingly family-friendly. On our recent trip, we stayed at the new Thompson Palm Springs, part of Hyatt’s luxury lifestyle brand.

If you’re considering a stay at this stylish property, here’s the Thompson Palm Springs review. I will share everything you need to know about this property: from booking on points to what it’s like to stay here with kids.

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