Romantic hotels near US cities for a weekend getaway

There’s a common misconception that you need to book a flight to experience honeymoon-worthy romance. Often, when couples envision a dreamy getaway (think: overwater bungalows, waterfront dinners and unforgettable views), they assume such wow factors can only be found overseas. But the reality is quite the opposite: It’s entirely possible to take a dreamy vacation…

How I used the Hilton Surpass welcome bonus for a luxury weekend getaway

When most people think of Orlando, they automatically think of theme parks. But after spending a weekend at Conrad Orlando at Evermore, I can tell you there is a lot more to this city than roller coasters and character meets, and a luxury getaway here is a lot more attainable than you might expect. The…

Explora Club celebrates 1-year anniversary with Hilton news

A year ago, luxury expedition cruise line Explora Journeys launched its Explora Club loyalty program. “We wanted this loyalty program to celebrate our guests’ journey with us and their loyalty … where they feel seen,” Explora Journeys president Anna Nash told TPG at the time. Now, as the program celebrates its first anniversary, Explora Journeys…

What is a free night certificate, and how do you use it?

The best travel credit cards offer benefits like lounge access, airline companion tickets and automatic elite status. But my favorite travel credit card perk is a free night award, hands down. Several of the best hotel credit cards offer cardholders certificates that they can redeem for free nights. Some cards offer this as an automatic…