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Paris, Florida, Sydney, Lisbon, Istanbul and Mexico City are among the top places Canadian Cardmembers want to visit
TORONTO, Nov. 3, 2022 /CNW/ - American Express Travel has published the 2023 Trending Destinations list1, featuring the ten most popular destinations for travel next year, identified by global American Express Cardmember travel reservations. For each of these destinations, American Express Travel Consultants also created three-day itineraries, providing inspiration on some of the top places to stay, eat, shop and explore the local culture, including how eligible Cardmembers can spend the "bonus vacation day" they receive with guaranteed 4:00 p.m. check-out when they book a Fine Hotels + Resorts® property through American Express Travel.
"When Cardmembers book trips through American Express Travel, they're trusting us with their most valuable resource, their time," said Audrey Hendley, President of American Express Travel. "Our global footprint, over 100 years of travel expertise and deep understanding of our Cardmembers give us a unique ability to inspire travellers with this year's list of Trending Destinations, make the planning process easy, and confidently advise them on what to do when they get there."
The latest Amex Trendex2 survey among US travellers found that 50% of adults say they spend at least five hours planning a vacation. To help travellers save time and make the most of their trips, American Express Travel Consultants crafted three-day weekend itineraries for each of the Trending Destinations to provide inspiration on some the best places to stay, eat and activities to explore the local culture.
81% of Amex Trendex3 survey respondents agree they want to maximize every hour of their trips, making the expert guidance in the Trending Destinations itineraries a valuable resource. Whether venturing solo, exploring with a group of friends, or spending time with family, the itineraries include something for everyone, from finding the best churros in Mexico City and engaging with koalas in Sydney to treatments at a luxury spa in Paris and exploring a maple forest in Vermont.
Additionally, 88% of survey respondents agree they wish their trips were longer. Platinum Cardmembers have a guaranteed 4:00 p.m. late check-out benefit when they book a Fine Hotels + Resorts property through American Express Travel. Late check-out, one of the many premium benefits unlocked when booking with American Express Travel, gives travellers a "bonus day" to extend their vacations. The Trending Destinations itineraries highlight ways to spend that time, so Cardmembers get the most out of their trips, including a master cheese class in Paris, sailing to the Prince's Islands in Istanbul, and a shopping excursion of authentic Portuguese goods in Lisbon.
In addition to top destinations, American Express Travel has identified key trends driving travel in 2023:
- New adventures are in demand: 70% of respondents agree they want to travel to wish list destinations in 2023
- Vacationing with holistic health in mind: 89% of respondents agree they want to go on a trip to escape routine, and 74% plan to travel more in 2023 for their wellbeing
- Seeking out personalized experiences: 88% of respondents agree they like to seek out local experiences and learn about culture when they travel, and 73% are willing to spend more for the travel itinerary that they want
- From New Year's resolution to summer travel: 43% of respondents agree they want to travel more as their New Year's resolution, and 50% of respondents have already started to think about where they want to go on their upcoming summer 2023 vacations
- Spending more for the ultimate getaway: 74% of respondents agree they are more likely to spend more on travel in 2023, and 40% say they are willing to pay more for late check-out when making their travel accommodations
1SURVEY METHODOLOGY
This Amex Trendex online poll was conducted by Morning Consult between September 30 – October 3, 2022 among a sample of 2,000 US travellers who have a household income of at least $70K and are defined as adults who typically travel by air at least once a year. The interviews were conducted online. Results from the full survey have a margin of error of plus or minus 2 percentage points.
22023 TRENDING DESTINATIONS METHODOLOGY
American Express Travel's 2023 Trending Destinations are selected based on global American Express Cardmember bookings through American Express Travel, looking at year-over-year travel growth between 2019 and 2022.
FINE HOTELS + RESORTS TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Valid only for new Fine Hotels + Resorts bookings made through Platinum Card Travel Service, Centurion Travel, americanexpress.ca/travel or americanexpress.ca/fhr. Payment must be made with an American Express Card in the Canadian Platinum, Canadian Business Platinum, or Canadian Centurion Member's name. Available for Canadian cardholders of The Platinum Card®, The Business Platinum Card® from American Express, or Centurion® Card from American Express. Platinum, Business Platinum, or Centurion Cardmember must travel on the itinerary booked under FHR reservations to be eligible for benefits described. Limit of one (1) benefit package per room per stay. Benefit package can include Noon check-in, Room upgrade, Daily breakfast for two people, guaranteed 4:00 pm late check-out, plus an additional special benefit. Noon check-in and room upgrade based on availability and provided at check-in. Certain room categories are not eligible for room upgrades. Call Platinum Card Travel Service, or Centurion Travel for details. Breakfast varies by property but will be at minimum a continental breakfast. Additional special benefit varies by property, is subject to change, and cannot be redeemed for cash. FHR cannot be combined with other offers unless indicated. Benefit package expires at check-out. Platinum, Business Platinum, or Centurion Cardmembers may book up to a maximum of three (3) rooms under the FHR Program per stay. Back-to-back stays within a 24-hour period at the same FHR property are considered one stay. In the event the Platinum, Business Platinum, or Centurion Cardmember cancels the reservation(s), FHR rates and benefit package will no longer apply to any remaining reservation(s). Participating Fine Hotels + Resorts properties and benefits are subject to change. Complimentary Wi-Fi is provided in room, with the exception of select properties where In-Room Wi-Fi is included as part of a mandatory daily resort fee or is not available. In these instances complimentary Wi-Fi will be provided in a common space on property. Call Platinum Card Travel Service, or Centurion Travel for property specific details regarding Wi-Fi.
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1 Product details on this site pertain to US Card products, for details on Card products in Canada, visit https://www.americanexpress.com/ca/en/charge-cards/the-platinum-card/. Fine Hotels + Resorts benefits on this site pertain to both US & Canadian Cardmembers. For Canadian Fine Hotels + Resorts Terms & Conditions, visit https://hotel-booking.americanexpress.com/en-ca/fhr/welcome?inav=ca_menu_travel_book_fhr. |
2 This Amex Trendex online poll was conducted between September 30th – October 3rd, 2022 among a sample of 2000 Adults with an HHI> 70k+ who travel by plane at least once a year. The interviews were conducted online. Results from the full survey have a margin of error of plus or minus 2 percentage point |
3 This Amex Trendex online poll was conducted between September 30th – October 3rd, 2022 among a sample of 2000 Adults with an HHI> 70k+ who travel by plane at least once a year. The interviews were conducted online. Results from the full survey have a margin of error of plus or minus 2 percentage point |
SOURCE American Express Canada
