Loosing faith in HH
First as a long standing HH Diamond, I have never received the courtesy of a renewal card for 2013. Requested it twice, no action. Obviously they do not love me. So why should I even consider staying...
View Article2 nights Bora Bora June - old point level reward
I have two nights booked at Bora Bora using the old point system levels. I might no longer be able to use them. Any ideas what to do, as I had giving them back as the points went from 50K per night to...
View ArticleeStandby® Upgrades Diamond Always choose the suite?
Hello members, I have a question, when I book as Diamond I got mostly the choice for eStandby® Upgrades. Normally I choice the complimentary Executive floor room. What happens if I choice the suite...
View ArticleHilton in Dubai?
As the title states, would be interested in any recent experiences in the various Dubai Hiltons? Got Gold Status but not sure whether to go with us or stay in one of the many other hotels (which are...
View ArticleDoubletree Alice Springs
The Doubletree Alice Springs joined the Hilton family on 1 May 2013. Prior to that, it was a Crowne Plaza. Information about it under that branding can be found here. The hotel is about 2 blocks north...
View ArticleDoubletree Alice Springs, Outback, Australia
The Doubletree Alice Springs joined the Hilton family on 1 May 2013. Prior to that, it was a Crowne Plaza. Information about it under that branding can be found here. The hotel is about 2 blocks north...
View ArticlePoints Valuation ?
Curious about the current valuation range of HHonors points. Since I have many more airline miles than hotel points, Im wondering if its still worth transferring Amex MR 100K > 200K Hilton.
View Article"Congratulations on your HHonors Upgrade"
Lately, sometimes the above wording is on a sticker affixed to my welcoming brochure-door card holder. It is a sure sign that my "upgrade" is a smallish room, though usually on a upper floor. Bad sign...
View ArticleGuest value????? Excuse me???
I just saw something very disturbing. I was staying at a hotel and instead of having a front desk they had kiosks. I am gold with hilton and i usually try to see if i can get a free dinner voucher when...
View ArticleHilton Heathrow T4 - No More Free Shuttle
I am told that as of 1 June the Hilton Heathow T4 will stop providing a free shuttle to T5 and instead use the Hotel Hoppa. Does anyone have additional information?
View ArticleEarn point or credit for the room that booked under spouse's name?
Fellow Flyertalker, My wife is planning to attend a conference in Canada. I'm going to travel with her so that I can take the advantage of the free nights paid by her employer. We are thinking about...
View ArticlePoints for 2 Rooms
I was staying in Chicago for the week and had to travel to Upstate NY mid- week for a day and expected to be back late in the evening so I did not check out. My meeting ran long and I could not make it...
View Article'Child-only' reservation possible?
I've searched the forum for an answer to this query - to no avail. Is it possible for a reservation (cash or points) to be made at a Hilton property where no adult is part of the reservation - just a...
View Article"Embassy Access" pilot program?
Staying at the PDX embassy suites and they have a large cabinet with snacks and drinks on the 8th floor that is accessed by a code. When I inquired about it, the manager said it is a pilot program that...
View ArticleUp to 5k points with Sixt rental
I haven't seen this Code: Hilton HHonors® Worldwide new: 500 Hilton HHonors® bonus points per rental worldwide* 500 Hilton HHonors® bonus points per chauffeured service* 2,500 Hilton...
View ArticleCiti HHonors -> HHonors Reserve
Has anyone ever opened a Citi HHonors card for the 40k points, then converted the account to reserve to get the preferential ppts/$ ?? Can this be done ?
View ArticleMy first time at Hilton
I did not found a proper thread, if it does exist, please move this post. Last week-end I was for the first time (I and my girlfriend) at Hilton Double Tree Central Station in Amsterdam. At our arrival...
View ArticleMarriott Unexpected Bonus: Will HHonors get a decent promo soon?
Once again, Marriott is doing the "Stay 2x, get a free night". This time, it's good for Category 1-5 hotels, but only good for 2 free nights per account. It's surprising they're doing this over the...
View ArticleCheck-In Times?
Hi everyone, I will be checking-in to the Hanpton Inn Tropicana In Las Vegas for a night and my flight lands at LAS at 8pm. I also will be checking-in to the Hampton Inn Downtown San Diego for a night...
View ArticleElara in Vegas for Partying?
I'm typically a business traveler, but will be going to Vegas over Labor Day weekend to celebrate with some college buddies. Does anyone know whether or not Elara is friendly to those who will be...
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