Family travel on points and miles
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Mexico City in December has its magic, twinkling lights in the parks, bustling streets lined with poinsettias, and the warm hospitality that makes you instantly feel at home. In this Hyatt Regency Mexico City review, I’ll share how our two-night stay at this polished Polanco property wrapped all of that into one memorable holiday trip.
The Hyatt Regency Mexico City delivered comfort, convenience, and thoughtful touches, including Christmas teddy bears for the girls, that made our family feel like honored guests from the moment we arrived.