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Hilton Honors permanently increases points expiration from 15 to 24 months

13th December 2021 by Tim 2 Comments

With ever-changing travel patterns, Hilton has prolonged its points expiration policy in favour of the customer.

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Review with Pictures: Hilton Porto Gaia, Porto, Portugal – Part 2

27th October 2021 by Tim 1 Comment

This is our review of the newly-opened Hilton Porto Gaia hotel in Porto, Portugal. Part 2 covers the gym, spa and dining

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Review with Pictures: Hilton Porto Gaia, Porto, Portugal – Part 1

27th October 2021 by Tim Leave A Comment

This is our review of the newly-opened Hilton Porto Gaia hotel in Porto, Portugal. Part 1 covers the Lobby, Guest Room and Executive Lounge.

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Posted in Review Tagged Hilton Hotels

Great news: British Airways EXTENDS elite status for another year

20th September 2021 by Tim 2 Comments

Elite Status will be protected for this group of members, and details about voucher extensions.

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Hilton extends Elite status, reduced thresholds for 2022 and elite night rollovers.

19th September 2021 by Tim 1 Comment

Details of Hilton’s Elite Status rollover for 2022, and the status thresholds for the next year.

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New Avios earning opportunities – BPme Rewards. Bonus just to sign up and transfer by 27th September.

17th September 2021 by Tim Leave A Comment

A new way to earn Avios for those who fill up at BP stations, if anything for its simplicity. Comes with 500 free points – great for those who are regularly on the road, whether in a car or in the air!

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British Airways to reopen Concorde Room from tomorrow

31st August 2021 by Tim Leave A Comment

After a long hiatus, the Concorde Room is back to full service starting 1st September! To help celebrate there will be new cocktails on the menu so do try them out.

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Hilton 3x “Power Up” points promotion – sign up now!

24th August 2021 by Tim Leave A Comment

Hilton Power Up

Hilton’s latest promotion is now live – earn between 2-3x the bonus points on your stay until the end of the year.

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Posted in Deals Tagged Hilton Hotels

Hilton now confirms connecting rooms upon booking

22nd June 2021 by Tim Leave A Comment

Hilton now allows you to confirm connecting rooms at the point of reservation, becoming the first of the major hotel chains to allow for confirmation rather than a special request.

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How to spend 3 days in Porto, Portugal. Recommendations from a local – me!

7th May 2021 by Tim 14 Comments

Best places to see in and around Porto on a 3 day visit? Let a local guide show you the way – me!

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Posted in Guides Tagged Porto, Portugal

e-Race against McLaren F1 driver Lando Norris for Hilton Honors Experiences

31st March 2021 by Tim 2 Comments

25,000 Hilton Honors points for the privilege of an hour’s e-sports coaching plus a race against ‘Meme Lord’ himself Lando Norris.

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Posted in Deals, Hotels Tagged Hilton Hotels

How to travel with two passports

1st January 2021 by Tim 25 Comments

Have you recently acquired dual citizenship? Or you need to understand how to travel between countries if you hold two or more passports? This post explains how you should present your documents step-by-step.

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REGISTER NOW: Hilton’s Q1 2021 ‘Points Unlimited’ promotion

29th December 2020 by Tim 1 Comment

Hilton’s Q1 2021 promotion is live for registration. The promotion is quite straightforward, allowing members to earn at least 2000 bonus points per stay.

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Posted in Deals Tagged Hilton Hotels

Limited edition Hilton Christmas sandwiches, and pre-packaged Xmas lunch for sale

8th December 2020 by Tim Leave A Comment

Hilton UK have brought a bit of festive food flair to their hotels and for you to take home too. Chef Marshall also shows you how to make their Christmas Club Sandwich

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‘First Plane Home’ – the melancholic yearning to fly

8th December 2020 by Tim Leave A Comment

Emmi First Plane Home cover

Emmi’s song “First Plane Home” is for all those stranded away from home. It may tug a few heartstrings!

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