American Express Travel’s annual Trending Destinations showcases must-visit vacation spots, identified by global American Express ® Card Member travel bookings and expertise from Amex Travel’s team of 6,000 Travel Consultants. With travelers, particularly Millennial and Gen Z, putting an emphasis on adventure and new experiences, this year’s list goes beyond the typical vacation hot spots with American Express Travel’s 2024 Trending Destinations: Off the Beaten Path.
Earlier this year, the American Express Travel 2023 Global Travel Trends report found that 89% of respondents want to travel to destinations they’ve never visited before. The 2024 Trending Destinations list provides inspiration for just these types of trips by identifying some of the world's most visited places and providing an off-the-beaten-path alternative. Whether you’re looking for an adventure in a new city, or just want to beat the crowds, we’re helping Platinum Card® Members book the trip that is right for them.
Platinum Card Members can unlock a variety of benefits and savings when booking air, cruise, tour, and hotels through American Express Travel. Notably, Card Members can receive a complimentary suite of benefits that offers an average total value of $600† when booking a Fine Hotels + Resorts® hotel through Amex Travel.
† Average value based on Fine Hotels + Resorts bookings in 2022 for stays of two nights. Benefits include daily breakfast for two, room upgrade upon arrival when available, $100 amenity, guaranteed 4PM late checkout and noon check-in when available. Certain room categories not eligible for upgrade. $100 amenity varies by property. Actual value will vary based on property, room rate, upgrade availability, and use of benefits.
Seeking an Australian rural retreat? While many opt for the popular Blue Mountains of New South Wales, consider the Adelaide Hills. Just outside of Adelaide and a three-hour flight from Sydney, this fabled wine region has charming villages and a bustling culinary scene.
The Adelaide Hills are ripe for visiting. This stunning South Australian region produces some of the continent’s finest cool-climate Pinot Noirs and Chardonnays, not to mention delicious fruits and vegetables. Its many excellent restaurants, cellars, and tasting rooms make it one of the most palate-pleasing getaways in Australia.
Winding roads weave among vineyards and bushland, and nature hikes (like the one up 2,384-foot Mt. Lofty) offer a rare chance to see a koala in the wild. Take your pick of charming tree-lined villages, including historically German settlements with attractive stone buildings, outdoor cafés, and craft shops. And German-style microbreweries also offer a nice alternative to the region’s excellent wine options.
If you’re looking to incorporate a city break, nearby Adelaide has superb restaurants and the South Australian Museum, home to one of the world’s richest collections of Aboriginal culture.
Getting There: Fly Qantas into Adelaide Airport and rent a car or take a taxi to Adelaide Hills.
Built in 1852 as a grand summer residence, Mount Lofty House Boutique Estate is nestled in the famous Adelaide Hills wine region, surrounded by botanic gardens and overlooking the stunning Piccadilly Valley.
Fine Hotels + Resorts1 benefits include guaranteed 4pm check-out, which gives you time to join the hotel’s daily history tours.
On this wine-tasting tour through the hills, venture from Mount Lofty’s summit to taste the exceptional Hahndorf Hill wines, tour the cellars at Bridgewater Mill - home of the famous Petaluma Wines - and journey to Chain of Ponds Wines, a picturesque vineyard with cool-climate wines.
The fascinating history and modern energy of Istanbul can be enjoyed on a smaller scale in Bodrum. Sometimes called “Little Istanbul,” this city of 50,000 features bustling bazaars, fresh seafood, active nightlife, and beaches on the sparkling blue Aegean.
In-the-know international jetsetters descend on the Bodrum Peninsula every summer for its white-sand beaches, chic poolside bars, and all-night discos. Even if you don’t have access to a superyacht, you should join them.
The place to start is the port city of Bodrum, where a Crusades-era castle looks out over the sea and musicians perform in an ancient Greco-Roman amphitheater. Wander the city’s mazelike bazaars (and be prepared to bargain) for exotic leather goods, handmade soaps, and flat-woven Turkish towels – purchases that help support the local community.
Menus understandably skew towards seafood, like freshly caught fish and octopus, served with vegetables grilled in olive oil and paired with approachable Turkish wines. Bodrum is an ideal base for exploring the Turkish Riviera, which gets less crowded and more glamorous the farther you get from town. And no visit is complete until you’ve hired a traditional wooden sailboat, or gulet, for blissful hours of sunbathing and swimming surrounded by the sea on all sides.
Getting there: Fly Lufthansa into Milas-Bodrum Airport.
Overlooking the Aegean Sea, Mandarin Oriental, Bodrum is a luxurious retreat with a private beach and excellent leisure facilities. With an idyllic location in Paradise Bay, the resort offers a range of gourmet restaurants, a relaxing spa, and your choice of rooms, suites, and villas.
Fine Hotels + Resorts1 benefits include guaranteed 4pm check-out, which you can use to enjoy the hotel’s private beach.
The Bodrum EDITION is in the Turkish Riviera, just steps from the bay with sweeping views of the Aegean Sea. The boutique-style hotel boasts a private beach club and jetty.
Fine Hotels + Resorts1 benefits include daily breakfast for two, and you can enjoy a traditional Turkish spread at Morenna.
On this luxury journey, explore Turkey's past and present, from the ruins of Ephesus to Cappadocia's Fairy Chimneys. In Bodrum, discover the seaside city's rich maritime history at the Museum of Underwater Archaeology with your expert private guide.
Japan’s epic snowfalls and renowned hospitality traditions make it a winter destination like no other. Sapporo, capital of the northernmost island of Hokkaido, boasts great museums and a famous Snow Festival, but for a slopes-forward alternative, head farther afield to Niseko.
There’s terrain to suit all levels in Niseko. Niseko United comprises four resorts (serviced by thirty lifts) and more than 2,000 skiable acres. Unlike in other parts of Japan, going off-piste is encouraged here, enabling advanced athletes to swoosh through tree groves and thigh-deep champagne powder.
The infrastructure is world-class. Gondolas and hooded chairlifts provide a welcome respite from the snow-globe conditions, and the collection of friendly ski villages run the gamut from smaller and less touristy Annupuri to bustling Grand Hirafu, with its international après scene.
The ski resorts here might be the only ones known for dining. Many of them showcase Hokkaido’s seafood bounty—king crab, sweet and buttery sea urchin—whether in familiar sushi format or in teeming rice bowls. Handmade soba noodles are widely available, and tasty soup curries, a regional specialty, are hard to beat after a cold day on the slopes. Bars purvey a fabulous range of local beers and finely crafted Japanese whiskies, and no Niseko ski day is complete without a soak in the traditional hot-spring-fed baths known as onsen.
Getting there: Fly Japan Airlines into New Chitose Airport and take a ski bus to Niseko.
Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono is a year-round mountain resort hidden within a spectacular natural landscape, boasting stunning views across the Annupuri mountain ranges and Mount Yotei.
Fine Hotels + Resorts1 benefits include a $100 experience credit that you can use in one of the many on-site restaurants.
Higashiyama Niseko Village, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, is located at the base of Mount Niseko Annupuri. This ski-in/ski-out resort offers an all-seasons alpine getaway and is immersed in the philosophy of discovering oneself through nature.
Fine Hotels + Resorts1 benefits include guaranteed 4pm check-out, which means more time to hit the nearby mountains.
Step into 2,000 years of Northern Japanese history on your private journey in Hokkaido. In Niseko, ski the snowy slopes, hike or snowshoe through the Hanazono forest, or jump on a snowmobile for breathtaking views of Niseko's mountain range.
The island of Sardinia offers a remote and low key alternative to the iconic Amalfi Coast: the Costa Smeralda, or “Emerald Coast,” home to the tiny, pastel-hued town of Porto Cervo. The journey is worth it for the world-class beaches, celebrity glamour, and mouth-watering cuisine.
This northeastern section of Sardinia offers something different from the usual Italian village. Situated midway between Europe and North Africa, it has a rugged landscape of Mediterranean scrub, gnarled junipers, and rocky coastlines overlooking turquoise-green waters.
Porto Cervo, with its yacht-filled harbor and jumble of terracotta roofs, is the natural place to begin your Sardinian vacation. Designer boutiques cater to well-heeled, in-the-know visitors, and you’ll eat well here: local specialties include everything from handmade pasta and fresh sardines to spit-roasted suckling pig and a paper-thin flatbread called pane carasau.
Head inland to visit Bronze Age ruins and wineries producing floral Vermentino, a light-bodied Sardinian wine. The region around Porto Cervo is mostly about seaside pleasures, though. Soak up daytime rays on the area’s famous powdery white-sand beaches, like glamorous Grande Pevero or secluded Principe, then hire a boat to explore the many islets and coves. Once you get out there among the private yachts, keep your celebrity-spotting eyes peeled: the Costa Smeralda is a genuine A-list magnet.
Getting there: Fly Air France to Nice Côte d'Azur Airport and take a scenic train ride and short ferry to Porto Cervo.
Inspired by an old Italian fishing village, the Hotel Cala di Volpe’s canopy of archways, porticoes, and turrets overlook the clear bay and white-sand beaches of Sardinia.
Fine Hotels + Resorts1 benefits include a $100 experience credit that you can use at the hotel’s Japanese restaurant Matsuhisa.
Savor the charms of Corsica and Sardinia during your all-inclusive private yacht charter. Discover Porto Cervo's secrets as you sample local Sardinian olive oil, explore the town's boutiques, and dance the night away on the water.
The Caribbean-facing Riviera Maya entices travelers with its beautiful scenery and vibrant food and culture. But if you’re not a beach person, consider traveling inland to San Miguel de Allende, one of the world’s most colorful and stimulating cities.
Built on silver-mining fortunes and reborn in the mid-20th century as an artist colony, the town of San Miguel is a lively creative hub set against a backdrop of colonial Spanish architecture. This small city’s unique charms have made it an expat favorite. Flower-draped historic buildings line the cobblestone streets; live performances and English-language art workshops regularly happen; and textiles, pottery, and other artisanal products are sold at craft shops that support the local community. Alongside the many art galleries are some quirky and engaging theme museums: La Esquina is devoted to toys, for example, while Another Face of Mexico focuses on ceremonial masks.
Get your bearings at Parroquia San Miguel Arcangel, the rosy-pink neo-gothic church that is the city’s most famous landmark. The people-watching is excellent, as it is in the many surrounding parks and gardens.
Rather than being known for a single dish or cooking style, San Miguel’s restaurant scene is a medley of skilled chefs and cuisines. The lively nightlife is fueled by the mix of locals, foreigners, and visitors from Mexico City, 170 miles south—and, of course, by the tequila that flows freely at rooftop bars. Awaken your senses after a night out, with a day trip for high-desert hiking and natural hot springs.
Getting there: Fly Aeromexico into Guanajuato International Airport and take a taxi or shuttle to San Miguel de Allende.
Live Aqua Urban Resort San Miguel de Allende is located in the center of the city, ideal for exploring the UNESCO World Heritage Site and more of central Mexico. The design-centric hotel's stunning architecture is inspired by Brutalist and Spanish Colonial styles.
Fine Hotels + Resorts1 benefits include early check-in, when available, which means more time to enjoy The Cultural Center of Art and Design, La Aurora, which is within walking distance of the property.
On a cobblestone street in San Miguel de Allende, Hotel Matilda boasts a sleek white exterior and modern décor. The hotel features a courtyard and manicured gardens, just steps away from the main plaza.
When you stay two or more consecutive nights, The Hotel Collection2 benefits include a $100 experience credit which can be used at onsite restaurant Moxi, which serves elevated Mexican cuisine with international influences and makes use of seasonal produce from the local organic garden.
Escape to the heart of Mexico on a privately-guided adventure to Mexico City and San Miguel. Stroll through San Miguel's colorful cobblestone streets, discover local artists in the city's many art galleries, and tour and taste your way through the picturesque San Miguel wine region.
Sedona, with its red rock landscapes and vibrant art scene, has long been a popular vacation spot in the American Southwest. Just a state away, Santa Fe, New Mexico beckons with its own blend of culture, history, and natural beauty.
Perched at the foot of the majestic Sangre de Cristo Mountains, Santa Fe has a multitude of experiences for those seeking inspiration and adventure. The city's distinctive adobe Pueblo-style architecture forms a picturesque backdrop that has long inspired artists, writers, and creatives from around the world. Strolling through the narrow, winding streets of the historic district, you’ll find galleries filled with work inspired by Santa Fe’s unique natural setting. For more of a museum fix, check out the Museum of International Folk Art on Museum Hill for the world’s largest collection of international folk art.
After exploring the town, fuel up by enjoying the city's vibrant culinary scene, which takes cues from its multicultural heritage. Book a table through Resy to dine on the mouthwatering dishes of New Mexican cuisine at Paloma where Hatch green chiles reign supreme or indulge in international fare prepared by world-class chefs sharing Santa Fe’s unique creative sensibility.
Getting there: Fly Delta Airlines into Albuquerque International Airport and drive to Sante Fe.
Bishop's Lodge, Auberge Resorts Collection is situated on over 300 acres bordering Santa Fe National Forest. This secluded landmark is a year-round destination immersed in natural beauty yet just minutes from downtown Santa Fe.
Fine Hotels + Resorts1 benefits include a $100 experience credit that you can put towards a spa treatment.
An intimate retreat, Rosewood Inn of the Anasazi, Sante Fe celebrates the region's rich heritage while offering a modern, sophisticated aesthetic. The hotel is located just steps from the historic Santa Fe Plaza, galleries, shopping, and museums.
Fine Hotels + Resorts1 benefits include guaranteed 4pm check-out, which gives you a bonus afternoon to explore downtown.
The Maldives, with its private islands and luxurious overwater bungalows, has come to symbolize the exclusive end-of-the earth beach vacation. You’ll find a similar paradise in the remote Seychelles—along with expansive biodiversity, varied topography, and multicultural vibrancy.
Situated about 1,000 miles off the coast of Kenya, this Indian Ocean archipelago is made up of 115 islands. Some of these are hilly and rocky, while others (including the best ones for snorkeling) are low-lying outcrops of coral. The crystal waters and white-sand beaches here are among the world’s best, especially for honeymoons and other romantic getaways. But with its rainforest hikes and many nature reserves, the Seychelles are great for adventure and family travel, too.
As in the Galapagos or Madagascar, you’ll encounter native species, including a subspecies of giant tortoise that can grow up to 550 pounds! It’s also nice knowing that some of the dollars brought in by tourism are going toward helping the preservation of rare creatures like these—and to support the local government which has launched a sustainable-tourism certification system specifically for use in Seychelles.
Most Seychellois descend from the island chain’s original European and East African inhabitants, and proudly maintain a Creole culture that also incorporates Arab, Chinese, and South Asian influences, which can be enjoyed in the local cuisine. It’s an inspiring mix—one that you’ve got a better chance of getting into if you’re out and about in Mahé, where ninety percent of the population lives.
Getting there: Fly Emirates into Seychelles International Airport.
Perched alongside a crystal blue coastline, Mango House Seychelles, LXR Hotels & Resorts features chic design, beachfront accommodations, and innovative dining.
Fine Hotels + Resorts1 benefits include guaranteed 4pm check-out, which means more time to linger over a signature cocktail at Kokoye, an Indo-Seychellois bar with bay views.
Located on the northeastern slopes of Praslin Island and looking out at Curieuse Island, Raffles Seychelles sprawls out amid lush foliage and white-sand beaches. The casually elegant resort spans across 40-acres and boasts 86 private villas.
Fine Hotels + Resorts1 benefits include early check-in, when available, which means earlier access to the hotel’s complimentary water sports.
Love the laid-back vibes and white-sand beaches of St. Thomas and St. John? You’ll love St. Kitts and Nevis. This two-island nation has sparkling seas, friendly locals, and history that adds a serious cultural layer to any fun-in-the-sun getaway.
St. Kitts is busier and more built-up, while Nevis has more lush nature (and not a single traffic light). Both are great places to do some “limin,’” local slang for sipping rum drinks and hanging out. After a day on the beach in St. Kitts, hit up “the Strip” on Frigate Bay, with its lively oceanfront bars and restaurants. The cuisine on both islands is a tasty mix of French, Indian, and Caribbean influences, two of the signature dishes being fish roti and a flavorful goat stew called “goat water.”
Hike rainforest nature trails of either island, keeping an eye out for chattering vervet monkeys. Another great way to see the wild side of St. Kitts is by train – it’s home to one of the last railways in the West Indies. The region’s colonial (and post-colonial) history is all around you here.
A quick ferry ride away, Nevis, also full of history, offers a blissfully low-key Caribbean experience. The 36-square-mile island is the birthplace of Alexander Hamilton, and the museum devoted to the American founding father is worth a visit.
Getting there: Fly Air Canada into Robert Llewellyn Bradshaw International Airport and take a taxi to St. Kitts or a ferry ride to Nevis.
Located on the soft sands of Pinney’s Beach, Four Seasons Resort Nevis is minutes from museums and historic churches. Reimagined and revitalized, but rooted in history and heritage, this beachfront oasis offers an otherworldly luxury getaway.
Fine Hotels + Resorts1 benefits include a $100 experience credit that you can put towards a day at the spa or a round of golf.
Perched 1,000 feet above the sea, Golden Rock Inn is a former sugar estate located on the east side of the island of Nevis. This Caribbean retreat dates back to the 1800s and has retained much of its original stone buildings, which have been converted into cottages. While the property has a sense of history, it is also thoroughly modern and graceful.
When you stay two or more consecutive nights, The Hotel Collection2 benefits include a $100 experience credit‡ and room upgrade, when available††, plus Golden Rock Inn delivers the additional benefit of daily breakfast for two at The Rocks.
‡Experience credit varies by property.
††Certain room categories are not eligible for upgrade.
Step off the ship and onto the sugary sand of Carambola Beach. Take to the waves or venture inland to explore the island's nature and history, then return to the beach for a Seabourn signature, Caviar in the Surf, to enjoy champagne and seafood in the waves.
Agra understandably ends up on bucket lists, largely because it is home to one of the world’s most famous monuments, the Taj Mahal. In Udaipur, Rajasthan’s uber-romantic city of lakes and palaces, the sense of historical grandeur is just as magical.
The biggest single attraction of “the white city” is its main palace complex, a granite-and-marble riot of cupolas and balconies that looks like something out of an exotic fairytale. Like many of Udaipur’s celebrated buildings, it sits on one of the city’s seven canal-connected lakes. The most swoon-worthy of these monuments, a 17th-century island palace called Jag Mandir, rises from the glassy waters as though it’s floating.
There’s more to this former Rajput capital than photogenic architecture, though. Rajasthan is renowned for its handicrafts, and you can shop for everything from silver to fine saris, and wooden furniture to the region’s famous miniature paintings, helping to support the local community. The winding streets also serve as stages for folk dances and puppet shows. Though Udaipur doesn’t offer much in the way of bars, the food is delicious—and heavier on meat dishes like laal maas, a chili-spiced mutton curry, than other parts of India.
One must-do is dinner at one of the rooftop restaurants with views of Lake Pichola. Another is a sunset boat ride on that same iconic lake. It’s worth briefly leaving city limits, too, for tours of the sprawling fort at Kumbhalargh and the 48,000-square-foot temple at Ranakpur. Both historic sites are exceptional, even by the sky-high standards of this magical part of India.
Getting there: Fly Qatar Airways into Udaipur Airport (aka Maharana Pratap Airport) and take a taxi to Udaipur.
Built by a prince in 1746, the Taj Lake Palace, Udaipur appears to float in the middle of Lake Pichola, with access to the historic city of Udaipur and its gardens, lakes, and temples.
Fine Hotels + Resorts1 benefits include guaranteed 4pm check-out, which lets you spend more time relaxing lakeside.
Discover a country retreat boasting 50 acres of private courtyards, 90 richly appointed rooms, nine swimming pools, and plenty of modern amenities. Adorning the lush banks of Lake Pichola, The Oberoi Udaivilās, Udaipur captures the romance and timeless splendor of a royal era.
Fine Hotels + Resorts1 benefits include complimentary daily breakfast for two with sweeping views of the City Palace and Lake Pichola.
Experience the royal treatment of a two-week palatial tour of India guided by Micato India. Immerse yourself in Udaipur's serene Lake Palace, discover the City Palace's enviable collection of art and artifacts, and take a romantic sunset boat ride across Lake Pichola.
Contemplating a European ski vacation? Many opt for the Dolomites, with its rugged alpine scenery and high-spirited Italian atmosphere. But it’s hard to beat picturesque Zermatt, the traditionally charming Swiss ski town where everything runs like clockwork.
Home of the iconic Matterhorn, Zermatt has been welcoming visitors since the earliest days of skiing. While the town is steeped in tradition, with many businesses operated by the same family for generations, it’s constantly looking to the future, too. The town’s constant reinvestment in lifts and gondolas, for example, continues to make for a seamless alpine experience.
Zermatt is famously a car-free town, where non-walkers get around by electric taxis and buses. The process of getting there by train (from Geneva or Zürich) is equally smooth, not to mention scenic—one reason people flock here in summer. Zermatt’s standards for everything are high, including food. Its restaurants take signature Swiss dishes like raclette and fondue seriously. You’ll also find a wide range of international cuisines, and any dish relying on the fabulous local dairy products is almost guaranteed to be excellent. Some of Zermatt’s best spots for meals, hot cocoa, and end-of-day Champagne are on-mountain, essentially allowing you to ski or ride right up to the door. For a taste of the pulsing nightlife, start on Bahnhofstrasse, the main drag, where those who wish, can stay out into the morning, just as the adjacent cafés and luxury boutiques are opening.
Getting there: Fly Swiss Airlines into Zurich Airport and take a scenic train ride to Zermatt.
Rooms at Mont Cervin Palace feature chalet or alpine décor, all with views of The Matterhorn.
Fine Hotels + Resorts1 benefits include a $100 experience credit for use at onsite restaurants like Grill Le Cervin which offers grilled meats and fish from the market or Carnotzet which spotlights fondue.
Schweizerhof Zermatt is a modern Alpine boutique hotel located just minutes from the chairlifts. The mountainous property combines modern minimalism with traditional alpine decor and offers easy access to both skiing and hiking.
When you stay two or more consecutive nights, The Hotel Collection2 benefits include a $100 experience credit‡ and room upgrade, when available††, plus Schweizerhof Zermatt Inn delivers the additional benefit of early check-in, when available, allowing more time to ski or explore the car-free town.
‡Experience credit varies by property.
††Certain room categories are not eligible for upgrade.
Travelers craving iconic skiing spanning two countries will meet their match in Zermatt. Ski from Switzerland to Italy and back in time to enjoy the idyllic village's vibrant après-ski scene and dining experiences.
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3. International Airline Program: International Airline Program benefits are valid only for eligible U.S. Consumer, Business, and Corporate Platinum Card® and Centurion® Members (Delta SkyMiles® Platinum Card Members are not eligible), on international tickets booked through American Express Travel for select first class, business class, and premium economy tickets with participating airlines, subject to availability. Additional Platinum Cards on U.S. Consumer and Business Platinum Card Accounts and Additional Centurion and Additional Platinum Cards on U.S. Consumer and Business Centurion Accounts are also eligible to receive program benefits. Companion Card Members on Consumer Platinum and Centurion Card Accounts, Additional Business Gold and Business Expense Card Members on Business Platinum and Centurion Card Accounts are not eligible. Travel must originate in and return to U.S. gateway (may exclude certain overseas territories) and select Canadian gateways. One- way travel is permitted on some airlines where routing originates in U.S. or select Canadian gateways. An eligible Card Member can book for himself/herself and up to seven passengers traveling on the same itinerary as that Card Member. Bookings must be made using an eligible Card in the Card Member’s name. Discounts are applied to the base airfare. Discounts are not combinable with other offers unless indicated and may not apply to codeshare partners. Airline fare rules and restrictions apply and are subject to change at the discretion of the airline. Tickets are non- refundable unless otherwise indicated. Tickets are non- transferable; name changes are not permitted. Benefits, participating airlines, and ticket availability are subject to change.
4. Cruise Privileges Program: Cruise Privileges Program (“CPP”) benefits are valid only for new CPP bookings made with participating cruise lines through American Express Travel. CPP benefits are valid only for eligible U.S. Consumer and Business Platinum and Centurion® Card Members (Delta SkyMiles® Platinum Card Members are not eligible). CPP bookings must be made using the eligible Card. CPP benefits are non-transferable. Participating cruise lines and program benefits are subject to change. The benefits of an onboard credit and amenity are valid for new CPP bookings of at least five nights and require double occupancy; the eligible Card Member must be traveling on the itinerary booked; the total cost of the CPP booking must be paid using an American Express® Card in the eligible Card Member's name. Onboard credits and amenities cannot be combined with other offers unless indicated; blackout dates, category and fare restrictions may apply. Onboard credits and amenities may not be available to residents outside of the 50 United States. Onboard credits and amenities apply per stateroom, with a three-stateroom limit per eligible Card Member, per cruise. For new CPP bookings with Celebrity Cruises, Norwegian Cruise Line, Holland America Line, Princess Cruises, and Royal Caribbean International, eligible Card Members receive an onboard credit (in USD) of: $100 for inside and outside staterooms, $200 for balcony, verandah, and mini-suite staterooms, and/or $300 for suites. For new CPP bookings with Cunard, eligible Card Members receive an onboard credit (in USD) of: $300 for all Queen Mary ocean-view staterooms category EF or higher, and/or Queen Victoria or Queen Elizabeth ocean-view staterooms category FA or higher. For new CPP bookings with Ama Waterways, Oceania, Regent, Azamara, Seabourn, Silversea, Uniworld, and Windstar, eligible Card Members receive an onboard credit of US$300 for all stateroom categories. For new CPP bookings, Centurion Members receive an additional US$200 onboard credit on Regent Seven Seas Cruises, Seabourn, and Silversea. Onboard credits will be applied at checkout upon completion of the cruise; credit amounts in local currency may vary due to foreign exchange rates; credits are subject to cruise line terms and policies; credits cannot be used for casino charges, gratuities or other similar charges. Any unused portion of a credit is non-refundable and is not redeemable for cash. Other restrictions may apply. Onboard amenities vary by participating cruise line and are not available on Silver Explorer, Silver Galapagos and Silver Discoverer. Onboard credits and amenities are not available on Celebrity Cruises Galapagos sailings.
Extra Membership Rewards® points: Cruise Privileges Program (CPP) -eligible Card Members that are Membership Rewards program-enrolled will receive one (1) extra Membership Reward® point per eligible dollar spent on new CPP bookings made with participating cruise lines through American Express Travel; separate airfare and other charges associated with such bookings are not eligible. CPP bookings must be made using the eligible Card (described above). The extra points will be credited to the Card Member’s Membership Rewards account 8-12 weeks after completion of the CPP cruise. For more information visit membershiprewards.com/terms.
5. Platinum Destinations® Vacations: Platinum Destinations® Vacations (“PDV”) benefits are valid only for new bookings made with participating suppliers through American Express Travel. Participating suppliers and PDV benefits are subject to change. Benefits cannot be combined with other offers unless indicated. Benefits are valid only for eligible U.S. Consumer and Business Platinum and Centurion® Card Members (Delta SkyMiles® Platinum Card Members are not eligible). PDV bookings must be made using the eligible Card and eligible Card Member must be traveling on the itinerary booked. PDV-eligible Card Members that are Membership Rewards program-enrolled will receive one (1) extra Membership Reward® point per eligible dollar spent on PDV bookings; separate airfare and other charges associated with PDV bookings are not eligible. Extra points will be credited to the Card Member’s Membership Rewards account within 8-12 weeks after completion of the PDV travel. For more information visit membershiprewards.com/terms.
6. Global Dining Access by Resy: The Global Dining Access program ("GDA") is a benefit available to eligible Card Members. "Eligible Card Members" are account holders of Platinum Card® or Centurion® Card from American Express, Business Platinum Card®, Business Centurion® Card from American Express, Corporate Platinum Card® or Corporate Centurion® Card from American Express, Delta SkyMiles® Reserve American Express Card, Delta SkyMiles® Reserve Business American Express Card, Hilton Honors American Express Aspire Card, The Platinum Card® from American Express Exclusively for Morgan Stanley, The Platinum Card® from American Express Exclusively for Charles Schwab, The Platinum Card® from American Express for Goldman Sachs, and The Centurion® Card from American Express for Goldman Sachs (and any Additional Card Member(s) on their accounts). GDA may not be available for Cards issued from some countries. GDA provides eligible Card Members with (a) access to exclusive reservations, (b) Priority Notify, which allows GDA members to set notifications to be in the first group notified when tables become available before they are made available to other Resy users, and (c) access to exclusive events. GDA reservations are accessible through the Resy iOS App and Website ("Resy Sites") and Concierge. Some features of GDA, like Priority Notify, may not be available through Concierge. To access this benefit through the Resy iOS App, you must download the Resy App; or if you already have the Resy iOS App, ensure the latest update is downloaded. When using the Resy Sites, create a Resy account or log into your existing Resy account and add your eligible Card to your Resy account. If you are assigned a new Card number, you must update the Card number in your Resy account. When you use GDA, a badge will be placed on your Resy profile, letting restaurants know that you are a member of the GDA program. Reservations are based on a first-come, first-served basis. In the event of a reservation cancellation, you will be subject to the restaurant's cancellation policy. Generally, same-day reservations that are not booked by GDA members are released back to restaurants at certain times of day that vary across restaurant policies. American Express and Resy make no representations or warranties regarding the availability of reservations, events, and/or experiences, which shall at all times be subject to availability and the discretion of the applicable restaurant. American Express and Resy are not responsible for informing the restaurants of any dietary restrictions or for a restaurant being able to accommodate such restrictions. There is no cost to you for booking services through GDA, although you are responsible for any purchases or fees you authorize to be charged to your Card account. GDA reservations and events are intended for personal use only and cannot be resold or used for commercial purposes. By participating in the GDA program, you are accepting these GDA terms and conditions, which are in addition to and do not replace the Resy Sites' Terms of Service. To be eligible for this benefit, your Card account must not be cancelled.
Terms and Conditions for the Membership Rewards® program apply. Visit membershiprewards.com/terms for more information. Participating partners and available rewards are subject to change without notice.
The value of Membership Rewards points varies according to how you choose to use them. To learn more, go to www.membershiprewards.com/pointsinfo.
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