It’s that time of year again: time to explore winter vacation ideas! Whether you’re planning a winter getaway somewhere sunny, ready to hit the slopes, or staying closer to home this year but eyeing what’s next, we have a full range of winter vacation ideas to inspire you. We know how difficult it can be with so many great choices, so we’ve narrowed it down to some of the best places to visit in winter — for sun and snow. And when you’re ready to book, you’ll get so much more than a place to rest your head. Book your stay at one of these handpicked Fine Hotels + Resorts® or The Hotel Collection properties through American Express Travel and enjoy benefits like a $100 experience credit, unique to each property, in addition to other signature perks like a room upgrade, when available.1 Our travel consultants are available 24/7 to help ensure you have the best holiday possible. Explore these destinations and find the best place to connect with your loved ones this holiday season.
1 Certain room categories are not eligible for upgrade.
If you’re looking for one of the best winter vacations for escaping the cold, consider Conrad Fort Lauderdale Beach. Breathe in the fresh sea air from your elegantly appointed suite overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Gaze at the stunning white-sand beaches from your private balcony, the sixth floor Sky Deck, or the oceanfront restaurant Takato, where you can savor fresh Japanese-Korean fusion. Or take a grab-and-go option from Cornucopia Gourmet Market and head down to the beach. There are a number of delectable dining options here where you can enjoy your $100 experience credit and make the most of your winter getaway.
Stay in paradise at Las Ventanas al Paraiso, A Rosewood Resort. Relax and unwind in a spacious white stucco suite or villa and admire the pastel sunsets from your balcony or generous windows. Take a dip in your private infinity pool with stunning views of the Sea of Cortez. Experience exceptional service from your 24-hour dedicated Villa Host, designed to make your stay memorable. Enjoy complimentary breakfast for two daily and use your $100 experience credit toward a spa treatment in the open air inspired by Baja’s shamans. With charming towns to visit, shipwrecks and coral reefs to dive, and a golf course next door, there’s no shortage of entertainment.
If being nestled between a lush rainforest and the ocean sounds idyllic to you, then we have just the place: The St. Regis Bahia Beach Resort, Puerto Rico. This beachfront retreat offers spectacular ocean views with Caribbean–style décor, for a perfect tropical winter escape. There’s an outdoor seaside pool and incredible spa treatments, and you can truly relax and connect to your surroundings. Listen to native coquí tree frogs as you hike El Yunque’s beautiful rainforest. Tour the historic Castillo San Felipe del Morro and get to know Puerto Rico’s history. Kayak a bioluminescent bay at night. Then make new memories over upscale Caribbean cuisine using your $100 experience credit.
Travel back in time to the unique vintage beachfront icon The Royal Hawaiian, a Luxury Collection Resort, Waikiki. Since 1927 this hotel has been a picturesque fixture on Waikiki Beach, with its pink Spanish-Moorish architecture contrasting magnificently with the green palm trees and vibrant blue water. Learn about the history of Waikiki through music and dance at the traditional Hawaiian Aha'Aina Luau Show, while enjoying island cuisine and ocean views. Ensconce yourself in the elegant hotel, or venture out for shopping, restaurants and nightlife. Unwind from whatever your day holds with a spa treatment in a tropical garden setting using your $100 experience credit.
An enchanting tropical oasis awaits at Conrad Punta de Mita. Located within an exclusive gated community along the Riviera Nayarit, the resort features a private sandy beach and is adjacent to an 18-hole golf course. Picture-perfect putting awaits! The less golf-inclined can lounge under a palm tree at the adults-only pool, or visit the spa or private beach to unwind and indulge. Experience true tranquility and make the most of your $100 experience credit with sophisticated seaside dining. Don’t miss out on the numerous activities on offer, from whale watching and horseback riding to zip-lining adventures.
Playful and colorful on the outside; cool and monochromatic on the inside, the luxurious Card Member favorite SLS Baha Mar is set on a white sand beach for serious summer vacation vibes year-round. Let winter fade into a distant memory as you soak in the tranquil turquoise waters of the secluded Cable Beach or one of the pools on-site. With a nightclub, casino, golf course, boutiques and a kids’ club, you don’t ever need to leave the resort. Enjoy a wide range of cuisine, from Japanese to Mediterranean, followed by rooftop cocktails, using your $100 experience credit.
Explore New York from the prestigious urban sanctuary of The Peninsula New York, housed in an impeccably restored 1905 landmark building. Even the most seasoned New Yorker is charmed by The Mall, and with Central Park’s legendary tree-lined passage within walking distance, there’s no better time to enjoy this scenic respite. Get your retail therapy at the designer boutiques on Fifth Avenue, and sample the many world-class museums nearby. When it’s time to return to the hotel, you’ll be welcomed by similarly stunning marble and handcrafted details. Finish your day by using your $100 experience credit toward a dinner of classic American fare at Clement Restaurant.
Four Seasons Resort and Residences Vail is a year-round destination, but winter is when it really comes alive. Located at the heart of the village, the contemporary alpine lodge is a short walk from Vail Mountain and offers access to a range of Colorado outdoor adventures. If you’re feeling adventurous, join guides and pack llamas for a two-day hike to the summit of one of Colorado’s 14,000-ft. peaks. Then sip an après-ski cocktail and relax by fire pits at The Remedy Bar, using your $100 experience credit.
Be enveloped in coziness at Hyatt Centric Park City, from the lush Wasatch Mountains that envelope the resort to the fireplaces that keep every room warm and restful. Located within the Canyons Resort Village of Park City Mountain, this hotel has everything snowbirds could wish for, from a heated outdoor pool with a deck that’s open year-round, to a 24-hour fitness center. Savor the locally sourced comfort food at Escala Provisions Company Restaurant & Bar, using your $100 experience credit, after a long day on the slopes. Explore beyond the mountains and give your muscles a break by taking the hotel’s complimentary scheduled transportation to Historic Main Street.
Located on the shores of Lake Geneva with panoramic views of Mont Blanc lies The Woodward, Oetker Collection, your stunning winter getaway destination. Originally built in 1901, the hotel combines turn-of-the-century architectural charm with modern luxury. History buffs, art lovers and wine connoisseurs will all feel at home here, with a historic cathedral, thriving modern art scene and wineries all within reach. Unwind at Le Spa Guerlain at The Woodward using your $100 experience credit, or put it toward gourmet cuisine rooted in classic French techniques at L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon. Make sure you also dine at Le Jardinier and try their take on vegetable-driven confections.
Located in the city’s fashion hub of Rue Saint-Honoré, Mandarin Oriental, Paris is only steps away from Place Vendôme and close to iconic attractions such as the Louvre. The historic Art Deco building’s exterior is impressive enough, but step inside and be inspired by the interior’s fusion of nature, contemporary design and classic Parisian elegance. Be sure to visit the two-story spa, which boasts a glass mosaic floor studded with silver leaf butterflies, where you can take advantage of your $100 experience credit. Cap it all off with a dinner of original takes on traditional French cuisine at the relaxed Camélia.
Storied city retreat The Ritz-Carlton, Vienna is situated along the city’s famous Ringstrasse boulevard, and offers access to the area’s palaces, museums, gardens, markets and music. Enjoy the hotel’s blend of historic design elements with modern comforts — like underwater music in the expansive indoor pool, or heated relaxation beds and private whirlpools in select spa suites. It’s easy to feel at home here while surrounded by luxury. Stroll to upscale shopping neighborhoods such as Graben, the Golden Quarter and the historic Kohlmarkt Street, then return to either of the hotel’s restaurants, Dstrikt Steakhouse or Pastamara con Cucina, for farm-to-table fare, using your $100 experience credit. From there it’s only a short distance to your plush feather bed.
*Terms and Conditions
Fine Hotels + Resorts Program: Fine Hotels + Resorts® (FHR) program benefits are available for new bookings made through American Express Travel with participating properties and are valid only for eligible U.S. Consumer, Business, and Corporate Platinum Card® Members, and Centurion® Members. Additional Platinum Card Members on Consumer and Business Platinum and Centurion Card Accounts are also eligible for FHR program benefits. Companion Card Members on Consumer Platinum and Centurion Card Accounts, Additional Business Gold and Additional Business Expense Card Members on Business Platinum and Centurion Card Accounts, and Delta SkyMiles® Platinum Card Members are not eligible for FHR program benefits. Bookings must be made using an eligible Card and must be paid using that Card, or another American Express® Card, in the eligible Card Member's name, and that Card Member must be traveling on the itinerary booked. The average total value of the program benefits is based on prior-year bookings for stays of two nights; the actual value varies. Noon check-in and room upgrade are subject to availability and are provided at check-in; certain room categories are not eligible for upgrade. The type of experience credit or additional amenity (if applicable) varies by property; the experience credit will be applied to eligible charges up to the amount of the experience credit. Advance reservations are recommended for certain experience credits. The type and value of the daily breakfast (for two) varies by property; breakfast will be valued at a minimum of US$60 per room per day. If the cost of Wi-Fi is included in a mandatory property fee, a daily credit of that amount will be applied at check-out. Benefits are applied per room, per stay (with a three-room limit per stay). Back-to-back stays booked by a single Card Member, Card Members staying in the same room or Card Members traveling in the same party within a 24-hour period at the same property are considered one stay and are ineligible for additional FHR benefits (“Prohibited Action”). American Express and the Property reserve the right to modify or revoke FHR benefits at any time without notice if we or they determine, in our or their sole discretion, that you may have engaged in a Prohibited Action, or have engaged in abuse, misuse, or gaming in connection with your FHR benefits. Benefit restrictions vary by property. Benefits cannot be redeemed for cash and are not combinable with other offers unless indicated. Benefits must be used during the stay booked. Any credits applicable are applied at check-out in USD or the local currency equivalent. Benefits, participating properties, and availability and amenities at those properties are subject to change. To be eligible for FHR program benefits, your eligible Card Account must not be cancelled. For additional information, call the number on the back of your Card.
The Hotel Collection Program: The Hotel Collection (THC) benefits are available for new bookings of two consecutive nights or more made through American Express Travel with participating properties and are valid only for eligible U.S. Consumer and Business Gold Card, Platinum Card® Members, and Centurion® Members. Additional Card Members on Consumer and Business Platinum Card Accounts, and Additional Card Members on Consumer and Business Centurion Accounts are also eligible for THC program benefits. Delta SkyMiles® Gold and Platinum Card Members are not eligible. Bookings must be made using an eligible Card and must be paid using that Card, or another American Express® Card, in the eligible Card Member's name, and that Card Member must be traveling on the itinerary booked. Room upgrade is subject to availability and is provided at check-in; certain room categories are not eligible for upgrade. The type of experience credit or additional amenity (if applicable) varies by property; the experience credit will be applied to eligible charges up to $100. Advance reservations are recommended for certain experience credits. Benefit restrictions vary by property. Benefits are applied per room, per stay (with a three-room limit per stay). Back-to-back stays booked by a single Card Member, Card Members staying in the same room or Card Members traveling in the same party within a 24-hour period at the same property are considered one stay and are ineligible for additional THC benefits (“Prohibited Action”). American Express and the Property reserve the right to modify or revoke the THC benefits at any time without notice if we or they determine, in our or their sole discretion, that you have engaged in a Prohibited Action, or have engaged in abuse, misuse, or gaming in connection with your THC benefits. Benefits cannot be redeemed for cash and are not combinable with other offers unless indicated. Benefits must be used during the stay booked. Any credits applicable are applied at check-out in USD or the local currency equivalent. Benefits, participating properties, and availability and amenities at those properties are subject to change. To be eligible for THC program benefits, your eligible Card Account must not be cancelled. For additional information, call the number on the back of your Card.
$200 Hotel Credit: Basic Card Members on U.S. Consumer Platinum Card Account are eligible to receive up to $200 in statement credits per calendar year when they or Additional Platinum Card Members use their Cards to pay for eligible prepaid Fine Hotels +Resorts® and The Hotel Collection bookings made through American Express Travel (meaning through amextravel.com, the Amex® App,or by calling the phone number on the back of your eligible Card) or when Companion Platinum Card Members on such Platinum Card Accounts pay for eligible prepaid bookings for The Hotel Collection made through American Express Travel (meaning through amextravel.com, the Amex® App, or by calling the phone number on the back of your eligible Card). Purchases by both the Basic Card Member and any Additional Card Members on the Card Account are eligible for statement credits. However, the total amount of statement credits for eligible purchases will not exceed $200 per calendar year, per Card Account. Fine Hotels + Resorts® program bookings may be made only by eligible U.S. Consumer Basic Platinum and Additional Platinum Card Members. The Hotel Collection bookings may be made by eligible U.S. Consumer Basic and Additional Platinum Card Members and Companion Platinum Card Members on the Platinum Card Account.
Delta Sky Miles® Platinum Card Members are not eligible for the benefit. To receive the statement credits, an eligible CardMember must make a new booking using their eligible Card through American Express Travel on or after July 1st, 2021, that is prepaid (referred to as "Pay Now" on amextravel.com and the Amex App), for a qualifying stay at an available, participating Fine Hotels + Resorts or The Hotel Collection property. Bookings of The Hotel Collection require a minimum stay of two consecutive nights. Eligible bookings must be processed before December 31st, 11:59 PM Central Time, each calendar year to be eligible for statement credits within that year. Eligible bookings do not include interest charges, cancellation fees, property fees or other similar fees, or any charges by a property to you (whether for your booking, your stay or otherwise). Statement credits are typically received within a few days, however, it may take 90 days after an eligible prepaid hotel booking is charged to the Card Account. American Express relies on the merchant to process transactions within the same calendar year that you made the prepaid booking in order to apply the statement credit in the calendar year that it was intended. For example, if you make an eligible prepaid booking on the last day of the year, but the merchant doesn’t process that transaction until the next day, then the statement credit available in the next calendar year will be applied to the Card Account, if the purchase is eligible.
Statement credits may not be received or maybe reversed if the booking is cancelled or modified. To be eligible for this benefit, your Card account must not be cancelled or past due at the time of statement credit fulfillment. If American Express does not receive information that identifies your transaction as eligible, you will not receive the statement credits. For example, your transaction will not be eligible if it is a booking: (i)made with a property not included in the Fine Hotels + Resorts or The Hotel Collection programs, (ii) not made through American Express Travel, or (iii) not made with an eligible Card.
Participating properties and their availability are subject to change. If AmericanExpress, in its sole discretion, determines that you have engaged in or intend to engage in any manner of abuse, misuse, or gaming in connection with this benefit, American Express will not have an obligation to provide and may reverse any statement credits provided to you. If a charge for an eligible purchase is included in a Pay Over Time balance on your Card Account, the statement credit associated with that charge may not be applied to that Pay Over Time balance. Instead, the statement credit may be applied to your Pay In Full balance. Please refer to AmericanExpress.com/FHR and AmericanExpress.com/HC for more information about Fine Hotels + Resorts and The Hotel Collection, respectively.
5X Membership Rewards® Points Platinum Card: Basic Card Members will get 1 Membership Rewards® point for each dollar charged for eligible purchases on their Platinum Card® or an Additional Card on their Account and 4 additional points (for a total of 5 points) for each dollar charged for eligible travel purchases on any Card on the Account (“Additional Points”), minus cancellations and credits. Eligible travel purchases are limited to: (i) purchases of air tickets on scheduled flights, of up to $500,000 in charges per calendar year, booked directly with passenger airlines or through American Express Travel (by calling 1-800-525-3355 or through AmexTravel.com); (ii) purchases of prepaid hotel reservations booked through American Express Travel; and (iii) purchases of prepaid flight+hotel packages booked through AmexTravel.com. Eligible travel purchases do not include: charter flights, private jet flights, flights that are part of tours, cruises, or travel packages (other than prepaid flight+hotel packages booked through AmexTravel.com), ticketing or similar service fees, ticket cancellation or change fees, property fees or similar fees, hotel group reservations or events, interest charges, or purchases of cash equivalents. Eligible prepaid hotel bookings or prepaid flight+hotel bookings that are modified directly with the hotel will not be eligible for Additional Points.
Bonuses that may be received with your Card on other purchase categories or in connection with promotions or offers from American Express cannot be combined with this benefit. Any portion of a charge that the Basic Card Member elects to cover through redemption of Membership Rewards points is not eligible to receive points. Additional terms and restrictions apply.
Merchants are assigned codes based on what they primarily sell. We group certain merchant codes into categories that are eligible for Additional Points. A purchase with a merchant will not earn Additional Points if the merchant’s code is not included in an Additional Points category. Basic Card Members may not receive Additional Points if we receive inaccurate information or are otherwise unable to identify your purchase as eligible for an Additional Points category. For example, you may not receive Additional Points when: a merchant uses a third-party to sell their products or services, a merchant uses a third-party to process or submit your transaction to us (e.g., using mobile or wireless card readers), or you choose to make a purchase using a third-party payment account or make a purchase using a mobile or digital wallet.
To be eligible for this benefit, the Card Account must not be cancelled. If American Express, in its sole discretion, determines that you have engaged in or intend to engage in any manner of abuse, misuse, or gaming in connection with this benefit in any way American Express may remove access to this benefit from the Account. For additional information, call the number on the back of your Card or visit americanexpress.com/rewards-info for more information about rewards.
5X Membership Rewards Points for Business Platinum Card: You will get one point for each dollar charged for an eligible purchase on your Business Platinum Card® from American Express. You will get 4 additional points (for a total of 5 points) for each dollar spent on eligible travel purchases. Eligible travel purchases include scheduled flights and prepaid flight+hotel packages made online at AmexTravel.com, minus returns and other credits. Additionally, eligible travel purchases include prepaid hotel purchases made through American Express Travel, over the phone with our Travel Consultants or made online at AmexTravel.com, minus returns and other credits. Eligible travel purchases do NOT include non-prepaid hotel bookings, scheduled flights and prepaid flight+hotel packages over the phone, vacation packages, car rentals, cruise, hotel group reservations or events, ticketing service, cancellation or other fees, interest charges, purchases of travelers checks, purchases or reloading of prepaid cards, or purchases of other cash equivalents. To be eligible for the 5x Membership Rewards® points, you must both reserve and charge the travel purchase with the same eligible Business Platinum Card®. To modify a reservation you must cancel and rebook your reservation. You can cancel and rebook your reservation on AmexTravel.com or by calling a representative of AmexTravel.com at 1-800-297-2977. Cancellations are subject to hotel cancellation penalty policies. If hotel reservations are made or modified directly with the hotel provider, the reservation will not be eligible for this 5X Membership Rewards® point benefit. To be eligible to receive extra points, Card account(s) must not be cancelled or past due at the time of extra points fulfillment. If booking is cancelled, the extra points will be deducted from the Membership Rewards account. Extra points will be credited to the Membership Rewards account approximately 6-10 weeks after eligible purchases appear on the billing statement. Bonuses you may receive with your Card on other purchase categories or in connection with promotions or offers from American Express may not be combined with this benefit. The benefits associated with the Additional Card(s) you choose may be different than the benefits associated with your basic Card. To learn about the benefits associated with Additional Card(s) you choose, please call the number on the back of your Card.
Merchants are assigned codes based on what they primarily sell. We group certain merchant codes into categories that are eligible for additional points. A purchase with a merchant will not earn additional points if the merchant’s code is not included in an additional points category. You may not receive additional points if we receive inaccurate information or are otherwise unable to identify your purchase as eligible for an additional points category. For example, you may not receive additional points when: a merchant uses a third-party to sell their products or services; or a merchant uses a third-party to process or submit your transaction to us (e.g., using mobile or wireless card readers); or you choose to make a purchase using a third-party payment account or make a purchase using a mobile or digital wallet.
Please visit americanexpress.com/rewards-info for more information about rewards.
Pay with Points: To use Pay with Points, you must charge your eligible purchase through American Express Travel to a Membership Rewards® program-enrolled American Express® Card. Eligible purchases through American Express Travel exclude non-prepaid car rentals and non-prepaid hotels. Points will be debited from your Membership Rewards account, and credit for corresponding dollar amount will be issued to the American Express Card account used. If points redeemed do not cover entire amount, the balance of purchase price will remain on the American Express Card account. Minimum redemption 5,000 points.
See membershiprewards.com/terms for the Membership Rewards program terms and conditions.
If a charge for a purchase is included in a Pay Over Time balance on your Linked Account the statement credit associated with that charge may not be applied to that Pay Over Time balance. Instead the statement credit may be applied to your Pay in Full balance. If you believe this has occurred, please contact us by calling the number on the back of your Card. Corporate Card Members are not eligible for Pay Over Time.
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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