Hilton

Tabacon Thermal Resort & Spa Review: a family friendly resort in the rainforest of Costa Rica

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If you are planning a trip to the lush rainforests of Costa Rica, Tabacon Thermal Resort & Spa should be at the top of your list. Nestled by the Arenal Volcano, this property offers a unique blend of luxury and beautiful nature. We recently spent four nights here as part of our trip to Costa Rica with the kids and we absolutely loved this property.

In this Tabacon Thermal Resort & Spa review, I’m breaking down everything you need to know about this iconic resort, from the logistics of getting there to the booking strategy for using your Hilton points.

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Hilton Hotel Tahiti review: great stop before island hopping in French Polynesia

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We spent one night at the Hilton Hotel Tahiti during our trip to French Polynesia with kids, and if you’re flying from the U.S., you’ll probably need to do the same.

Here’s the thing: you can’t fly straight to Bora Bora or Moorea from the U.S. You’ll land first in Tahiti, at Faaʻa International Airport in Papeete, and depending on your arrival time, you may need to spend the night before continuing to the islands.

And in this Hilton Tahiti review, I’ll share exactly how it worked for us as a family of four, from check-in to the room, dining, and family-friendly amenities.

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Hilton Honors Surpass Card Limited-Time Offer with a Free Night Reward

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One of my favorite Hilton offers is finally here and here is why you should apply for it. You can earn 130,000 Hilton Honors Bonus Points plus a Free Night Reward after opening a Hilton Honors Surpass Card and spending $3,000 in purchases within the first 6 months. The Free Night Reward is valid for one year from the date of issuance and can be redeemed at almost any Hilton property in the world!

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Hilton Moorea Lagoon Resort & Spa Review: Is This Bora Bora Alternative Worth It?

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For our recent family trip to French Polynesia, we spent a few days in Moorea and stayed at Hilton Moorea Lagoon Resort & Spa. We used the resort as our base for exploring the island and spent time enjoying the beach, lagoon, and on-site amenities. This Hilton Moorea review is based on our stay and covers the things you should know when visiting this property with kids.

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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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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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Best Hilton hotels to use a Free Night Reward in 2026

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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 2026.

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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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How to Book a Hotel with Hilton Points: Step-by-Step Guide

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If you’ve been collecting Hilton Honors points, you might be wondering how to book a Hilton hotel with points and get the best possible value.

This comprehensive Hilton points booking guide will show you how to earn Hilton Honors points quickly, the exact step-by-step process to book a hotel stay with Hilton points, and how to maximize rewards with Hilton’s 5th Night Free benefit.

Whether you’re searching for the best value Hilton points redemption, planning a budget-friendly getaway, or aiming for a luxury stay at a Waldorf Astoria or Conrad without spending cash, these strategies will help you stretch your points further.

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