Get Outdoors to Explore Great American Landscapes

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The best adventures can be right outside your back door, or a short plane ride away. There’s no time like the present to size up the natural beauty across the United States: these national parks, coastlines, and mountain towns are just waiting to be explored.

When you're ready to book, turn to  American Express Travel for a more rewarding stay. At Fine Hotels + Resorts® properties*, Platinum Card® Members can enjoy an exclusive suite of benefits that includes daily breakfast for two, guaranteed 4pm check-out, and a $100 credit to use towards eligible charges, such as food and beverage, spa, or other on-property charges.1 When staying two nights or more at The Hotel Collection properties,* Platinum Card Members receive a $100 credit towards eligible charges1, 12pm check-in, when available, late checkout, when available, and a room upgrade upon arrival2, when available.

Yellowstone National Park

A stag with huge antlers grazes in a field while does amble nearby. Behind them, a line of evergreens frames the blue-white Rocky Mountains.

Elegant furnishings, stylish décor, premium amenities, and personalized service are just the start of a luxurious stay at The Inn & Club at Harbour Town in Hilton Head Island. Attentive butler service, valet parking, and a seasonal beach concierge allow your needs to be taken care of around the clock, throughout your stay. Relax and unwind with first-class dining, legendary golf, and superior hospitality.

Enjoy a complimentary breakfast for two before hitting the links each morning; it’s one of the elevated benefits Platinum Card Members receive when booking Fine Hotels + Resorts® through Amex Travel.*

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Farmington, Pennsylvania

Slip behind an unmarked door to find The Bleu Room, an elegant hidden parlor where afternoon tea rituals blend historical intrigue with contemporary luxury.

More than 100 activities await at Nemacolin, from Jeep off-roading adventures, clay shooting at the Rod & Range Club, and wildlife encounters to private art tours and vintage car museum visits. Seasonal highlights include dog-sledding in winter and lazy river lounging at The Peak.

For a visit to Saratoga Springs, there’s no more iconic or centrally located lodging than The Adelphi Hotel, which offers elegant guest rooms and suites with hardwood floors, antique furnishings, and marble bathrooms. It's in the heart of the historic district, with easy access to shopping, restaurants, bike trails, and golf. You might stop by the local farmers market for breakfast, explore the Adirondack Mountains and sparkling Lake George, or even attend a horse race or polo match. In the evening, taste some of Saratoga’s best oysters from Chef David Burke at on-site restaurant Morrissey’s with your $100 credit, one of the benefits when booking 2 nights or more with The Hotel Collection through Amex Travel.

A true retreat from the everyday grind begins at adults-only Alila Ventana Big Sur, overlooking the impeccable Big Sur landscape. For the active traveler, the opportunities to hike, cycle, surf, and horseback ride are endless, with Pfeiffer State Beach, Bixby Bridge, and historic Point Sur Light Station all a stone’s throw away. But with the property itself bordered by ocean cliffs, rolling meadows, and ancient redwoods, you don’t need to go far to make any moment feel extraordinary.

Continue roaming around the hotel’s 160 acres even on the last day of your stay, thanks to guaranteed 4pm check-out, another Platinum Card benefit when you book a Fine Hotels + Resorts® property.

Set in the New England countryside, Miraval Berkshires is a tranquil resort focused on wellness and balance. The expansive resort offers year-round experiences to unwind and connect with nature, like touring the resort’s Meadowview Acres Farm, trying out one of the equine experiences, or visiting Laurel Lake for a variety of water sports. The all-inclusive rate encompasses airport transfer, all meals and non-alcoholic beverages, participation in select wellness classes, and resort credits to further customize your stay. Plus, Platinum Card Members enjoy a complimentary suite of benefits including 12pm check-in, when available, and guaranteed 4pm check-out.

Situated on 4,000 acres of land, The Lodge at Blue Sky is a working ranch and a picture of mid-century modernity, with rugged landscapes brought indoors through tasteful textures and ornaments. Hike through old-growth forest and rolling hills, visit the horses at the property’s animal rescue, or even see the Wasatch Mountains by helicopter. You’ll start every day with complementary breakfast for two, indulge in refined, seasonal cuisine using your $100 credit towards a meal at Yuta, the hotel restaurant offering breathtaking views of Alexander Canyon.

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