Family travel on points and miles
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’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.
Traveling to France is a dream for many families, but booking flights can be expensive. The good news is that if you have points or miles, you can often secure great deals and book an award flight with Air France.
Whether you’re looking to visit Paris, explore the French countryside, or take a family trip to Europe, booking with points can make the trip much more affordable. In this detailed guide, we’ll show you how to book an Air France flight using points, specifically highlighting strategies that work best for families traveling with kids.
Looking for a way to stay at luxury Hilton hotels for less? One of the most valuable perks for Hilton Honors members is the ability to earn and redeem Hilton Free Night Rewards. Whether you’re eyeing a stay at the Waldorf Astoria, a tropical resort, or a family-friendly Hilton property, these rewards can unlock luxury without using a single point.
In this guide, I’ll show you exactly how to earn and redeem Hilton Free Night Rewards, including which cards offer them, how the certificates work, what exclusions to watch for, and how to use them for maximum value, whether you’re planning a family getaway or a luxury escape.
If you have a Category 1–4 Hyatt free night certificate and are wondering where to use it, this guide has you covered. We’ve rounded up the best Hyatt hotels to use your free night certificate in 2025, including family-friendly resorts, boutique city stays, and hidden gems, each falling within Hyatt’s Category 1–4 limit.
Whether you’re eyeing Lisbon, Hawaii, Mexico City, or a storybook castle in Scotland, these hotels deliver exceptional value and unforgettable experiences. From personal picks like Hyatt Regency Tamaya to European favorites like Hyatt Regency Lisbon and Schloss Roxburghe, these are the stays that make your certificate feel like a true reward.
When you’re planning a trip with your family, hotel costs can add up fast. But if you know how to book hotels with Chase points, you’ve got one of the most flexible tools for saving on travel, especially hotel stays. Whether you’re booking a beachfront resort for spring break or a city hotel for a quick weekend getaway, Chase points can make it happen for less.
We’ve used Chase points to book everything from luxury resorts to boutique hotels in Europe, and in this post, I’m walking you through exactly how to do it, step by step. I’ll cover the main ways to book hotels with Chase points, which hotel partners offer the best value, and what strategy we use as a family to stretch our points even further. If you’re new to booking with points or looking to make your Chase points go further for your next trip, here’s everything you need to know.
Planning a quick trip to Porto, Portugal? This 2-day itinerary in Porto includes all the top things to do, from iconic bridges and river views to port tastings and tiled churches. Whether you’re traveling with kids or as a couple, here’s how to spend 48 hours in one of Portugal’s most charming cities.
We recently spent two nights in Porto and were immediately drawn in by its colorful buildings, steep cobbled lanes, and riverside energy. Porto is easy to navigate, full of history, and packed with delicious food, perfect for a short city break.
Wondering how to book United flights with Amex points? Although United Airlines isn’t a direct American Express transfer partner, you can still use your American Express Membership Rewards points to book United flights.
By transferring points to Star Alliance partners or booking through the Amex Travel portal, you can maximize your rewards and fly United without paying cash. Here’s how to make it work.
Who doesn’t love the idea of a free hotel breakfast? If you’re traveling with kids, learning how to get free hotel breakfast can be a total game-changer, not just for your wallet, but for your sanity. There’s something magical about waking up, rolling out of bed, and heading straight to a buffet of pancakes, eggs, pastries, and fruit without lifting a finger.
At home, breakfast might be a granola bar on the go (if that!). But on vacation? Hotel breakfast becomes a moment of calm before the day’s adventures, especially for parents juggling hungry, early-rising kids. In this guide, we’ll show you smart, practical ways to score complimentary breakfast for your whole family, whether you’re staying at a resort, budget hotel, or luxury brand.
As travelers, we are always looking for ways to make our adventures more rewarding, luxurious, and ultimately more memorable. One avenue that often gets overlooked is hotel credit offered through various credit card programs.
Today, we’ll explore how you can make the most of hotel credit offered by leading credit card issuers and enjoy exclusive perks and savings on your travels.