In a week when we’ve seen United’s huge changes, Hilton has slipped in a small change to its programme which will have big impact for many. One of the best ways to earn airline partner miles has been the fixed miles option with Hilton. Regardless of amount paid, Hilton has rewarded with a fixed number…
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Hilton Cardiff, Wales
I stayed at the Hilton Cardiff a couple of weeks ago and had a pleasant stay. The property is located about a 10 minute walk from Cardiff Central Station and overlooks the Castle and surrounding parks. The property is a U shape with rooms around the two long sides: When I arrived there was no…
Earn an extra 1,000 Avios in EMEA for weekend stays (per night) with Hilton
BA are running an offer with Hilton to earn 1,000 extra Avios per weekend night stayed at the hotel chain, if you pre-register. The web site is here – register before you stay. Terms are: Bonus Mileage (Fixed Miles Members only): Earn 500 Avios per stay during the Promotional Period. In addition, earn 1,000 bonus Avios…
Hilton Riverside to London Docklands – Ferry, Bus and DLR
The Hilton Riverside, where I stayed before a trip to New York from London City Airport, operates a ferry to the Canary Wharf area of the docklands. The service crosses a short stretch of water every 10-15 minutes. Guests at the hotel get free passes for their stay. The dock for the board connects directly…
Hilton Heathrow Terminal 5 – Revisited
One of the things I like about Hilton is that you can usually see what sort of upgrade they have issued if you log in to their site and check your reservation, on the day of travel. Imagine my suprise which I used this technique and found that the Hilton Heathrow Terminal 5 had not…
Hilton Riverside – Revisited
In May 2013 I wrote about a truly disappointing room at the Hilton Docklands Riverside. It was a tiny room that at a hotel that I had previously enjoyed. I needed to stay near London City Airport again recently and with the Great Getaway Sale in progress I was able to book one of the…
Hilton, Dublin Airport
My trip to Grand Cayman started from Dublin so I built in a quick overnight stay in order to make sure I was all Ok for the morning flight back to London. The Hilton sale offered the property for EUR56 for the Friday night I needed. When the upgrade window offered a suite for EUR25…
Hilton launches Summer Promo – not many UK hotels opt out
Over 600 hotels have opted not to participate in the Hilton Summer promo 0f double/triple points. July 9 through September 30, 2013 Register Opt-Outs: HOTELS WITHIN THE UNITED KINGDOM & IRELAND United Kingdom Aberdeen Hilton Aberdeen Treetops hotel United Kingdom Aberdeen Hilton Garden Inn Aberdeen City Centre United Kingdom Aviemore, Invernessshire Hilton International Grand Vacation…
Hilton Summer Sale for Europe
Hilton started a 40% off sale (rates are pre-paid and non-refundable) for Europe at the weekend. Details here – you can earn 13% cash back at Quidco with these offers only – not normal rates. There are some good deals: London, Dockland Riverside (click for review) London Gatwick Airport – (click for review) Even if…
Embassy Suites San Juan
Since the airport hotel at San Juan stopped being a Best Western, the Embassy Suites (part of the Hilton Group), is the closest to the airport and so useful for mileage runs. When you do a search be careful that you book the one at 8000 Tartak Street, Isla Verde, Carolina, 00979, Puerto Rico as…
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