Dynamic award pricing (pricing redemption rates based on demand rather than a set award chart) has its pros and cons. Sure, it can complicate the booking process, but it can also deliver stellar value during high-demand periods.
I've found that some of the best times to lean on my stash of points and miles are when cash rates skyrocket around events. So, when I wanted to find a centrally located hotel in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, for a University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Tar Heels basketball game, I figured it was a good time to check my Hilton Honors balance.
Even though TPG's February 2026 valuations place Hilton points at 0.5 cents apiece, I got more than 1.3 cents per point in value for my game day weekend redemption. Here's how I booked it — and earned the points to get me there.
A great solo travel tip spotted this week on The Points Guy Articles.
