# Hilton Honors Launches Explora Journeys Partnership for Cruise Earning and Redemption

_Jul 14 15:07_

Tags: Hilton, Hilton Honors, Explora Journeys, Caribbean, Central America, Europe, Greenland, Iceland, Mediterranean, North America

Hilton Honors has launched its partnership with Explora Journeys, allowing members to earn 10 base points per dollar and redeem points for luxury cruises, along with status-based perks like welcome parties and private transfers

## Summary

Hilton Honors has officially launched its partnership with Explora Journeys, enabling members to earn and redeem Hilton Honors Points on luxury ocean cruises booked through Hilton. **Key Benefits:**
* **Earning:** Members earn 10 base points for every U.S. dollar spent on fares. All eligible stays count toward Hilton Honors elite status.
* **Redemption:** Points can be redeemed for sailings in destinations including the Mediterranean, Northern Europe, Iceland, Greenland, North America’s East Coast, the Caribbean, and Central America.
* **Discount:** An exclusive 5% discount off all Explora Journeys fares is available to members.
* **Status Perks:** * **Gold:** Complimentary welcome cocktail party with ship leadership. * **Diamond:** Additional Journey Experience Credits. * **Diamond Reserve:** Behind-the-scenes bridge tour (subject to availability) and private port transfers, plus the full suite of Gold and Diamond benefits. Hilton has not yet disclosed the specific redemption value (points per dollar) for booking cruises. The partnership allows Explora’s guests to also access Hilton’s portfolio, including Waldorf Astoria, Conrad, NoMad, and LXR

## Why it matters

Spans 2 hotel programs (Hilton, Hilton Honors). New route or product — useful for award booking and positioning flights.

## Sources cited

- [Miles to Memories](https://milestomemories.com/hilton-honors-launches-explora-journeys-partnership) — Hilton Honors and Explora Journeys Launch New Luxury Ocean Travel Rewards

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