@@Lancun This will be our first time there. I've stayed at the one in Park City, UT and Phoenix (now LXR), and was very impressed. We even got upgraded to a 1,200 sq ft villa in the latter!
@@thejokerspeaks Like I said, even the standard rooms are awesome. Rain showers, basin tubs, double basin sinks, and if you get high enough, you might get a view of the strip and Caesars.
Powerful Hilton! People still sleep on dining credits, but if you add it up, it literally can cover the cost of an Amex Platinum depending on your travels and if you like to eat at the hotel haha. Very cool, I still want to actually use a Hilton Lounge, every time I’ve been in a hotel that had them, it was shutdown ha. Great stuff Luke!
Hilton is my only go to. Staying at (2) different Hiltons over the next week and a half and the Aspire makes all my stays pleasant and comfortable. Highly recommend.
I am at this time a Hilton honors base member. I signed up for it in September 2023. I made a goal for myself this year to bump up from Base member to silver status. I stayed at a Hilton hotel this past weekend 2 hours from where I live. I have made a goal to spend 1 or 2 nights a month at a Hilton Hotel to bump up to silver. I don't have a Hilton CC right now, but I am thinking about signing up for one in the future.
@@LukesPointsandMiles Interesting. I did not know that. I'll have a look into it when I have a chance. Thanks. Would you have a link I can view it at by chance?
@ yes: you can check the links in the description. Any Amex link will allow you to apply for the card. Give me two minutes and I’ll refresh the first link down there
I carry the Surpass card, and at some point I'll go for the Aspire just for Diamond. But the Surpass is a really good earning card. I put my Amazon spend on it since it's online shopping, which gets me 4x which is around 2.4% ... not bad! And all summer I was earning 40x per dollar spent at Hilton. 40! I quickly accumulated enough points to book a five night stay at the Conrad in London next spring. So looking forward to that!
Crazy - my wife and I were in Key West that exact same week your wife was there. We stayed at two separate Hiltons, too. Hilton Garden (it was just meh, but the beds were comfy) and the Curio in Key Largo (which was the bomb). It was our second favorite vacation behind our Med Cruise.
I went to The Reach back in March of 2023 and I received an upgrade from a room that had a view of the city to a view of the Atlantic Ocean due to having Diamond Status so it can be a hit or miss.
Yeah, Hilton hotels stateside aren't big on super comp upgrades unless it's for a special occasion. I think hotel management would rather push us to sell the rooms via the standby app or push us to upsell, but it is ultimately up to the agent's discretion. If I ever saw you at my property, I'd comp upgrade you to the highest floor suite available, but you don't have much reason to stay local. Plus I'm not interested in doxxing myself, lol. It's still tremendous value just from the food and beverage credit and the premium wifi you get for being Diamond.
@@LukesPointsandMilesWell in the offchance I see you stay at my property, I'll hook you up. It's further away from CMH than the Hampton though. I always hate staying locally at hotels personally. Would rather just stay in my own bed with my own stuff.
I am in Hawaii today. Our favorite Hilton points redemption is at resorts (Waldorf Astoria Maui, Waikoloa Village Big Island, Hawaiian Village Oahu) and we have often found great value.
Hilton status is way underrated. Free/subsidized breakfast at “nice” hotels where it’s not included in the standard rate is amazing (especially on business trips).
Great video, Uncle Luke! I got the Hilton Honors card when Amex had the 70K and 1 free night 6 months ago. I put about 20K spend on it ( not trying) and got a free upgrade to Gold status. I'm definitely team Hilton.
@LukesPointsandMiles Funny you said that, I was the one in your live saying I'm taking my wife to San Antonio for 4 nights (No, tacos are not racist lol. for your haters) and staying at Hilton Palacio del Rio and they just emailed me saying we got upgraded! 🥳
We were 1/1 on hilton upgrades this year. Gold status. My wife had a work trip and we were up’d to a king suite. Hilton points are also a bit underrated imo. I did an amex --> hilton transfer w/ 30% bonus and booked the conrad punta de mita for a 3 cpp redemption. Pretty stoked about that trip. Gonna get the aspire card in jan and really lean into hilton in the future. Also, points are 50% off right now for any of you points purchasers out there
Is this with amex platinum too do we get the hookup for this even if we opt in or would we need to spend a ton at Hilton locations to max the benefit or get the upgrade?
@@LukesPointsandMiles Hyatt has smaller footprint, but I would say I get upgraded to a standard suite probably up to 1/3 to 1/2 of the time even when I’m not using suite upgrade certificates with globalist. Maybe you should consider trying out globalist status
How do the upgrades work? Do you have to ask about an upgrade when you check in? Also for the food and Bev credit, how does that work? just put the meal on your CC and it gets credited?
Your best chance is to message the hotel a couple days before and specifically inquire about the room you might be interested in. No guarantee that you get it for free, lots of hotels are pushing their staff for more revenue and reward upselling. You're more likely to get it for free if you're there for a special occasion, don't hesitate to let them know what it is. Still no guarantees, but it can't hurt. The problem with asking day of is that lots of times, the standby paid upgrades have already been awarded through the automated system.
I wish Diamond status gave free parking in Vegas at Waldorf, resorts world and even some of the non resort properties who are now charging 15-50 a night for parking. I have kind of stayed away from Hilton as recent because it seems in Vegas the properties are jumping on the bandwagon of nickel and diming people with fees on top of fees.
@@jshawsworld in my experience there really isn’t anyone watching me eat. I’ve heard people say they only got 1 credit but I’ve always gotten the full double credit.
I’m in a big dilemma, so I’m canceling my Hilton biz by the end of this year and will remain only with my no af Hilton Honors cc. One of the perks I like from the Hilton biz is the Gold status, however I will be getting the platinum which has Hilton Gold status, so my Hilton duo for 2025 will consist of the platty and no af Hilton Honors…. I had in mind the surpass, but the only reason I would want the surpass is for Gold status, but if I would have the platty I’m not sure if the surpass would make sense, except for a sub. what do you think uncle Luke?
@@chrisv4920 I mean if you’re asking me, I’d say get all the Hilton cards. But if the only thing you want to gold status then I’d say you’re on the right track. Not doubling up benefits.
I earned diamond status in 24 by stays, not cards. How long does my status last for? Never was offered upgrades, was actually downgraded, put on weekly clean 2x week and never offered any snacks or food credits. Just trying to figure out what we should be getting or asking for during next upcoming stay and how long status applies.
you should be diamond for the rest of 24 and all of 25 from what I understand. What kind of hiltons were you staying in? I would dive into the hilton website. you may have missed out of hundreds of dollas in benefits
@@Sarahtransforms hampton provides breakfast so there would not be a food & beverage credit and I've not heard to many hampton that do upgrades - Im guessing Homewood suites is the same.
The fine print of Hilton’s T & C lay out some limitations for the Diamond upgrade: it’s limited to their higher level properties, and only to a ‘junior’ or one-bedroom suites. Essentially, Only Doubletree level properties and up are offering (not offered by Hampton, Tru, Garden Inn, or the suite hotels like Homewood or Home 2). My luck at upgrades this year has been like yours, pretty poor. Often, even when offered an upgrade, it’s to a room that’s only insignificantly better (‘city view’ vs ‘mountain view’, for example).
Typically, you get multiple Aspire cards by applying for the lower tier Hilton personal cards first, then product-changing/upgrading those cards after holding for at least a year, I believe. So apply for the white Hilton card, then apply for the Surpass, then apply for the Aspire. You now have 1 aspire. Hold each for at least a year. Then call customer service and as to upgrade the white Hilton card to Aspire. You now have 2 Aspires. Then call customer service and ask to upgrade the Surpass to Aspire. You now have 3 Aspires. There’s also games you can play to try to get upgrade bonuses and also around spending-to-free-nights thresholds.
As an Hilton front desk employee: there is some misinformation here. F&B credit it is only giving when Diamond member is physically present. You can get away with that by echeck in and have the REGISTERED other guest get a key. Credit it is only given to 1 room where Diamond member is physically staying. So if you have multiple room under your name, only your room gets the credit. Unfortunately this misinformation happens because the property does not follow the rules and Diamond feels ENTITLED because they gotten it before. Hilton does do auto upgrades upon making a reservation. It will give you a regular price room for a suite upon booking based on your loyalty (number of nights during the calendar year) the other type of upgrade you’re referring is based on availability upon arrival. Please be kind to your front desk agent, they can upgrade you and bent these rules as many do.
Gold status is where it is at for me. Free breakfast and I travel internationally, so none of this "dining credit" nonsense for me. I admit that I don't actually eat free breakfast when I am international often because I prefer the local cuisine, but it is appreciated sometimes. I do get regular upgrades also as a gold member. It may even be a suite, which, honestly, I am not a fan of.
I appreciate the breakfast credit or free breakfast just for grabbing my first coffee for the day (unless it’s a business trip, then I’ll eat the full breakfast to save on my per-diem)
Are you asking for these upgrades or just hoping for them? I been upgraded on almost all my Hilton stays where it matters. Miami, Key West, DR. I usually call 3 days ahead of time. Most of them if the cpp still worked out well I would pay for the upgrade but so far I haven’t had to.
@LukesPointsandMiles lol I know 😣 and I tried to get the venture x and got denied for to many inquiries 😂 I don't have any capital one cards to product change either
How do you accumulate points to cover Hilton stays when you have lifetime bonuses on Amex cards. With chase, you can get a sub every 24-48 months. I get 3x on restaurants & groceries on CSP, that’s like 6 points when you get .02 cents with Hyatt.
@@henryfabian3187 I buy HH points for half a penny each. Plus If I ever see any NLL deals I get those. I’ve gotten the Hilton biz card twice, upgrade offers
Unless I get a significant benefit from my Diamond status abroad this year, I’m going to cancel in the fall and rely on Gold status from my Schwab Platinum.
I could learn to appreciate the value of these points, however I have way too many annual fees and am looking to get under 5/24 so I’ll stick with Marriott for now
@@paulsori2704 I hear that repeated a lot. That’s why I made a video about gold and diamond perks that equal real monetary value. I mean if everyone get $50/day It doesn’t really make that $50 go away
@LukesPointsandMiles lol. I mean the room upgrades. I haven't received a Hilton room upgrade in over 5 years (Waldorf Astoria, Conrad, Curio, Hiltons etc). The Aspire card has too many credits and find myself having to work just to break even. If that's the case, I'd rather pay as I go. I downgraded my aspire to no AF card. Can always PC back if I change my mind, but for now am enjoying checking out some great boutique hotels when I travel.
We need more videos about the Hilton honors program! Awesome video uncle Luke!
@@elijahxiong7991 thanks for watching!!
Hilton is my #1 hotel chain. Two nights at Waldorf Las Vegas coming up with CC FNRs.
@@thejokerspeaks love the Waldorf Las Vegas!!
That's an amazing property. Even the standard rooms are loaded with awesome amenities.
@@Lancun This will be our first time there. I've stayed at the one in Park City, UT and Phoenix (now LXR), and was very impressed. We even got upgraded to a 1,200 sq ft villa in the latter!
@@thejokerspeaks Like I said, even the standard rooms are awesome. Rain showers, basin tubs, double basin sinks, and if you get high enough, you might get a view of the strip and Caesars.
@@Lancun And that's another plus, I've got $415 to burn at Caesars by the end of the year. Hell's Kitchen for dinner, right there!
Powerful Hilton! People still sleep on dining credits, but if you add it up, it literally can cover the cost of an Amex Platinum depending on your travels and if you like to eat at the hotel haha.
Very cool, I still want to actually use a Hilton Lounge, every time I’ve been in a hotel that had them, it was shutdown ha.
Great stuff Luke!
@@AnthonyVenture plus you don’t even have to eat. Have some drink on the roof top bar!!!
@@LukesPointsandMiles True haha!
@@AnthonyVenturebro you’re my matrix bae so is Luke 🫶🏻
Hilton is my only go to. Staying at (2) different Hiltons over the next week and a half and the Aspire makes all my stays pleasant and comfortable. Highly recommend.
@@CarlosHdz-rm6sg 💯
I am at this time a Hilton honors base member. I signed up for it in September 2023. I made a goal for myself this year to bump up from Base member to silver status. I stayed at a Hilton hotel this past weekend 2 hours from where I live. I have made a goal to spend 1 or 2 nights a month at a Hilton Hotel to bump up to silver. I don't have a Hilton CC right now, but I am thinking about signing up for one in the future.
@@ChrisLyon567 you can get free Hinton card and it’s comes with automatic silver status
@@LukesPointsandMiles Interesting. I did not know that. I'll have a look into it when I have a chance. Thanks. Would you have a link I can view it at by chance?
@ yes: you can check the links in the description. Any Amex link will allow you to apply for the card. Give me two minutes and I’ll refresh the first link down there
Hilton. For the Stay. We're all in on Hilton for 2025. Thanks for the info + video!
Every time i move away from Hilton - they pull me back in!
@@LukesPointsandMiles 🤣🤣🤣
My husband has Marriott lifetime platinum elite but we have enjoyed Hilton gold status this year from Hilton business card
@@joanreilly6419 thanks for sharing!!
I carry the Surpass card, and at some point I'll go for the Aspire just for Diamond. But the Surpass is a really good earning card. I put my Amazon spend on it since it's online shopping, which gets me 4x which is around 2.4% ... not bad! And all summer I was earning 40x per dollar spent at Hilton. 40! I quickly accumulated enough points to book a five night stay at the Conrad in London next spring. So looking forward to that!
@@gorskic love the surpass card , for sure!!
Personally, I stay at ihg and choice privilege hotels. Great job on TH-cam ♥️
@@vickiarnold7300 thanks Vicki! I just stayed at a radisson on choice points! Very good value!
Crazy - my wife and I were in Key West that exact same week your wife was there. We stayed at two separate Hiltons, too. Hilton Garden (it was just meh, but the beds were comfy) and the Curio in Key Largo (which was the bomb).
It was our second favorite vacation behind our Med Cruise.
@@RICHwithPOINTS nice! We each take a solo trip every year and she really liked key west.
I went to The Reach back in March of 2023 and I received an upgrade from a room that had a view of the city to a view of the Atlantic Ocean due to having Diamond Status so it can be a hit or miss.
@@nathanmack8979 seems that way. We get missed a lot. Haha
Yeah, Hilton hotels stateside aren't big on super comp upgrades unless it's for a special occasion. I think hotel management would rather push us to sell the rooms via the standby app or push us to upsell, but it is ultimately up to the agent's discretion. If I ever saw you at my property, I'd comp upgrade you to the highest floor suite available, but you don't have much reason to stay local. Plus I'm not interested in doxxing myself, lol.
It's still tremendous value just from the food and beverage credit and the premium wifi you get for being Diamond.
@@Lancun ha! I would come visit. My wife wants to do way more domestic trips in the future.
@@LukesPointsandMilesWell in the offchance I see you stay at my property, I'll hook you up. It's further away from CMH than the Hampton though. I always hate staying locally at hotels personally. Would rather just stay in my own bed with my own stuff.
@@Lancun yeah - well in that hampton case - I didn't want to drive across town to pick my dad up (and ask my wife to get up at 4am)!!
@@LukesPointsandMiles I hear ya. Sometimes convenience trumps misers like me 😂
I enjoy staying at Hilton properties. I always pick them when I travel
@@jamesyu613 it’s a great program
Are the dining credits good at all the brands of Hilton hotels?
@@DMRSIX some properties will offer breakfast instead of the food credit - Hampton is one of
I am in Hawaii today. Our favorite Hilton points redemption is at resorts (Waldorf Astoria Maui, Waikoloa Village Big Island, Hawaiian Village Oahu) and we have often found great value.
@@DC_Consulting_DC I want to take a big vacation there!!
Which tower do you stay in at Waikato’s village? I’ve seen some negative reviews over the last year or so about the Palace Tower)
@ I don’t remember the name but the first room they have us I refused to even stay there. That was probably the bad one.
Hilton is excellent in Asia! 😍
@@theVhin can’t wait to visit!!
Hilton status is way underrated. Free/subsidized breakfast at “nice” hotels where it’s not included in the standard rate is amazing (especially on business trips).
Nice video Luke. Hilton is my preferred hotel brand. Staying 2 nights at Conrad Orlando this weekend.
@@JuanGarcia-hr1wf nice! Thats the new one!
Great video, Uncle Luke! I got the Hilton Honors card when Amex had the 70K and 1 free night 6 months ago. I put about 20K spend on it ( not trying) and got a free upgrade to Gold status. I'm definitely team Hilton.
@@MemphisMike777 gold status can hold so much value!!
@LukesPointsandMiles Funny you said that, I was the one in your live saying I'm taking my wife to San Antonio for 4 nights (No, tacos are not racist lol. for your haters) and staying at Hilton Palacio del Rio and they just emailed me saying we got upgraded! 🥳
@@MemphisMike777 nice moves!!!! That’s big league husband stuff
We were 1/1 on hilton upgrades this year. Gold status. My wife had a work trip and we were up’d to a king suite.
Hilton points are also a bit underrated imo. I did an amex --> hilton transfer w/ 30% bonus and booked the conrad punta de mita for a 3 cpp redemption. Pretty stoked about that trip.
Gonna get the aspire card in jan and really lean into hilton in the future.
Also, points are 50% off right now for any of you points purchasers out there
@@SantoSoldato nice moves!!!
Gold, got upgrade every stay in Europe past summer. Few times to lounge. Peak season mind u. Got a suite in Boston on 7/4.
@ love the executive lounges !!
I stayed at the FtLauderdale Conrad last year and was upgraded to a suite. Just a 1 night stay though.
@@willnguyen4502 every room is a suite at that property.
Have 2 Aspires and will eventually get a 3rd. The FNC and resort credits well cover the $550 annual fee
@@johnny_ma 💯
Definitely a Hilton fan here as well.
Opened up the Aspire last week. Looking forward to burning the FNC with the other 3 I earned this year from SUBs 👍🏼
@@Xavier_ID. free nights just feel better!!
You're gonna have to slip the front desk clerk $20 to get that upgrade at the Conrad next time 😆
@@jpknowledge8852 man - they have not been friendly to me there. Not for a while!
Is this with amex platinum too do we get the hookup for this even if we opt in or would we need to spend a ton at Hilton locations to max the benefit or get the upgrade?
@@MajesticLawnGnome Amex platinum = gold status!!
Sounds like Hilton is pretty stingy with their room upgrades yikes! Great video! I think I’ll stay away from Hilton and go with Hyatt
@@kikyochan66 I’ve actually never been upgraded with Hyatt. But I’ve only had explorist status.
@@LukesPointsandMiles Hyatt has smaller footprint, but I would say I get upgraded to a standard suite probably up to 1/3 to 1/2 of the time even when I’m not using suite upgrade certificates with globalist. Maybe you should consider trying out globalist status
@@kikyochan66 I can’t stay enough nights for globalist and I refuse to jump through the hoops to get it in other ways. Maybe one day
The irony is I’m sitting in atl watching this video next to Adam and his kids and I can 100% say at least two of them have their shoes off lol🤦🏾♂️
@@MichaelPithium89 ah Michael, I’m sorry to hear that!!!!! Sending prayers your way 🤣
Hilton FTW
@@FlyWithRookie yes sir!!
How do the upgrades work? Do you have to ask about an upgrade when you check in? Also for the food and Bev credit, how does that work? just put the meal on your CC and it gets credited?
Your best chance is to message the hotel a couple days before and specifically inquire about the room you might be interested in. No guarantee that you get it for free, lots of hotels are pushing their staff for more revenue and reward upselling. You're more likely to get it for free if you're there for a special occasion, don't hesitate to let them know what it is. Still no guarantees, but it can't hurt.
The problem with asking day of is that lots of times, the standby paid upgrades have already been awarded through the automated system.
@@m0ttz755 and to add: charge the F&B to your room. The hotel will credit it on the bill.
I wish Diamond status gave free parking in Vegas at Waldorf, resorts world and even some of the non resort properties who are now charging 15-50 a night for parking. I have kind of stayed away from Hilton as recent because it seems in Vegas the properties are jumping on the bandwagon of nickel and diming people with fees on top of fees.
@@MH_6160 yeah parking should definitely be free for diamonds.
Headed to the Waldorf Astoria at the grand Wailea in Maui for New Year’s staying five days all on free night certificates
@@FlyWithRookie so awesome. I had that one booked last summer but changed it to Europe. I want to try it in 2026.
I'll think about it Luke
@@tioriccopuravidatrader121 right on Tio!
Even if booking for 2 in a room even though only 1 is coming, wouldn’t you only get 1 person’s credit when they see only one person dining?
@@jshawsworld in my experience there really isn’t anyone watching me eat. I’ve heard people say they only got 1 credit but I’ve always gotten the full double credit.
I’m in a big dilemma, so I’m canceling my Hilton biz by the end of this year and will remain only with my no af Hilton Honors cc. One of the perks I like from the Hilton biz is the Gold status, however I will be getting the platinum which has Hilton Gold status, so my Hilton duo for 2025 will consist of the platty and no af Hilton Honors…. I had in mind the surpass, but the only reason I would want the surpass is for Gold status, but if I would have the platty I’m not sure if the surpass would make sense, except for a sub. what do you think uncle Luke?
@@chrisv4920 I mean if you’re asking me, I’d say get all the Hilton cards. But if the only thing you want to gold status then I’d say you’re on the right track. Not doubling up benefits.
I earned diamond status in 24 by stays, not cards. How long does my status last for? Never was offered upgrades, was actually downgraded, put on weekly clean 2x week and never offered any snacks or food credits. Just trying to figure out what we should be getting or asking for during next upcoming stay and how long status applies.
you should be diamond for the rest of 24 and all of 25 from what I understand. What kind of hiltons were you staying in? I would dive into the hilton website. you may have missed out of hundreds of dollas in benefits
@ Hampton and homewood suites
@@Sarahtransforms hampton provides breakfast so there would not be a food & beverage credit and I've not heard to many hampton that do upgrades - Im guessing Homewood suites is the same.
@ good 2 know. Thanks for your reply
The fine print of Hilton’s T & C lay out some limitations for the Diamond upgrade: it’s limited to their higher level properties, and only to a ‘junior’ or one-bedroom suites. Essentially, Only Doubletree level properties and up are offering (not offered by Hampton, Tru, Garden Inn, or the suite hotels like Homewood or Home 2). My luck at upgrades this year has been like yours, pretty poor. Often, even when offered an upgrade, it’s to a room that’s only insignificantly better (‘city view’ vs ‘mountain view’, for example).
You still have the Amex platinum?
@@Polo1928-v2e I don’t. I do have the biz platinum though
Uncle Loook, I have the opportunity to get the aspire for 175k points. Should I jump? How high?
@@911eVoX as high as your little 5’4” frame can jump!!!🤣. Nice to see you around again.
Are you able to get to Hilton aspire cards as personal cards or does one have to be a business and one a personal?
@@janetwhite8374 you can have multiple aspire cards.
Typically, you get multiple Aspire cards by applying for the lower tier Hilton personal cards first, then product-changing/upgrading those cards after holding for at least a year, I believe. So apply for the white Hilton card, then apply for the Surpass, then apply for the Aspire. You now have 1 aspire. Hold each for at least a year. Then call customer service and as to upgrade the white Hilton card to Aspire. You now have 2 Aspires. Then call customer service and ask to upgrade the Surpass to Aspire. You now have 3 Aspires.
There’s also games you can play to try to get upgrade bonuses and also around spending-to-free-nights thresholds.
I think there’s different amount of dining credit for gold and diamond.
@@jshawsworld nope. Same credit. The price changes depending on the type of property
I remember staying at country garden and the amounts are different depending on gold or diamond. Maybe they changed it
As an Hilton front desk employee: there is some misinformation here.
F&B credit it is only giving when Diamond member is physically present. You can get away with that by echeck in and have the REGISTERED other guest get a key.
Credit it is only given to 1 room where Diamond member is physically staying. So if you have multiple room under your name, only your room gets the credit.
Unfortunately this misinformation happens because the property does not follow the rules and Diamond feels ENTITLED because they gotten it before.
Hilton does do auto upgrades upon making a reservation. It will give you a regular price room for a suite upon booking based on your loyalty (number of nights during the calendar year) the other type of upgrade you’re referring is based on availability upon arrival. Please be kind to your front desk agent, they can upgrade you and bent these rules as many do.
@@xyuppi thanks for the information. I didn’t mean to imply those things always happen. This is just my experience in the last year.
I'm looking at Hilton as my next/partner B hotel brand. Good stuff, Luke!
@@CallMeLani thanks Lani! Easy to get great value at Hilton - at the high end anyway
Stay at the Emily Morgan in san antonio tx
We ordered room service at an LXR and they said it’s excluded from the daily food credit, that wasn’t your experience?
@@WhatsThePoints1 I’ve never been to an LXR but that is definitely the first time I’ve ever heard that. The F&B credit primarily for uh food. 🤣
This varies by specific hotel.
@@LukesPointsandMiles If there is a self-serve breakfast does this credit not apply?
@@Sarahtransforms normally if breakfast is provided you’ll get that Instead of a credit
is there ever a problem with primary account holder not present at the hotel during check-in for a FNC stay?
@@drexplordinaire personally I have not had any trouble with Hilton or with ihg.
If you ever stay in the Santa Barbara Hilton Beachfront hotel let me know and I’ll hook you up.
That sounds really cool! I'll check it out
@ I work the front desk. If you decide to book let me know and hook you up.
@ will do!!!
Do y’all have an executive lounge there? Any in the area that do? Hilton makes it difficult to locate those properties…in U.S
@ as far as I know there are no lounges in Santa Barbara county
Gold status is where it is at for me. Free breakfast and I travel internationally, so none of this "dining credit" nonsense for me. I admit that I don't actually eat free breakfast when I am international often because I prefer the local cuisine, but it is appreciated sometimes. I do get regular upgrades also as a gold member. It may even be a suite, which, honestly, I am not a fan of.
@@PingPingTravel no suites? Suites are a great upgrade when it’s family travel
@@LukesPointsandMiles True, true, but just not my cup of tea.
I appreciate the breakfast credit or free breakfast just for grabbing my first coffee for the day (unless it’s a business trip, then I’ll eat the full breakfast to save on my per-diem)
I want the Hilton aspire but I am currently in pop up jail
@@L_____E_______IT I’ve always said the two cards I think are worth it without the bonus are the aspire and the VX!
Are you asking for these upgrades or just hoping for them? I been upgraded on almost all my Hilton stays where it matters. Miami, Key West, DR. I usually call 3 days ahead of time. Most of them if the cpp still worked out well I would pay for the upgrade but so far I haven’t had to.
@@RichardBTravels I don’t normally ask but I also put in the reservation that it’s some type of occasion and “any diamond upgrades welcome”
Too bad im in popup jail for the aspire 😣 i have 2 free night certificates waiting to be used lol
@@Xavier.Villa. I’ve always said there are two cards worth getting with no bonus. The VX and the Aspire.
@LukesPointsandMiles lol I know 😣 and I tried to get the venture x and got denied for to many inquiries 😂 I don't have any capital one cards to product change either
How do you accumulate points to cover Hilton stays when you have lifetime bonuses on Amex cards. With chase, you can get a sub every 24-48 months. I get 3x on restaurants & groceries on CSP, that’s like 6 points when you get .02 cents with Hyatt.
@@henryfabian3187 I buy HH points for half a penny each. Plus If I ever see any NLL deals I get those. I’ve gotten the Hilton biz card twice, upgrade offers
Must be challenging trying not to accidentally flex and burst your shirt off like the Hulk.
hey! I'm "losing" weight not pumping up!!!
@@LukesPointsandMiles I was just horsing around. I admire your dedication to fitness.
@@paulcaskey Ha! I'm giving up on Hulking up - I'm trying to just be healthy and live a long time!!!!
Unless I get a significant benefit from my Diamond status abroad this year, I’m going to cancel in the fall and rely on Gold status from my Schwab Platinum.
@@robertjarrell7276 that’s a good strategy
Perks from my gold status from consumer plat pay for AF alone. Every year.
@ I agree.
I could learn to appreciate the value of these points, however I have way too many annual fees and am looking to get under 5/24 so I’ll stick with Marriott for now
@@joetaylor6581 I can understand. AF creep is a real thing.
Overseas hilton diamond> Domestic hilton diamond
@@ajalberto3319 for sure
Would rather just pay as I go. Diamond status suck, if everyone has status, no one has status. So many great boutique hotels out there.
@@paulsori2704 I hear that repeated a lot. That’s why I made a video about gold and diamond perks that equal real monetary value. I mean if everyone get $50/day It doesn’t really make that $50 go away
@LukesPointsandMiles lol. I mean the room upgrades. I haven't received a Hilton room upgrade in over 5 years (Waldorf Astoria, Conrad, Curio, Hiltons etc). The Aspire card has too many credits and find myself having to work just to break even. If that's the case, I'd rather pay as I go. I downgraded my aspire to no AF card. Can always PC back if I change my mind, but for now am enjoying checking out some great boutique hotels when I travel.
@ i can totally understand that!!
Are you able to get 2 Hilton aspire cards as personal cards or does one have to be a business and one a personal?
@@janetwhite8374 you can hold multiple Hilton aspire cards.