American Express Elevates Travel Perks with Over 350 New Hotels Added to Fine Hotels + Resorts and The Hotel Collection

In a significant move to enhance its premium travel offerings, American Express Travel has announced the addition of more than 350 new properties to its esteemed Fine Hotels + Resorts (FHR) and The Hotel Collection programs. This expansion, coinciding with the 35th anniversary of American Express's travel services, marks a substantial growth in the company's curated hotel portfolio. The FHR program, which debuted in 1991 with an initial selection of 120 properties, has continuously evolved to meet the sophisticated demands of its cardholders. With these latest additions, the combined FHR and The Hotel Collection now boasts over 3,400 properties strategically located across 116 countries worldwide. This broadens the horizons for eligible American Express cardholders, offering them an even more extensive array of luxury accommodations and experiences. The newly incorporated hotels span a diverse range of global destinations, including sought-after locales such as Japan, New Zealand, Morocco, and Argentina, alongside numerous properties across Europe, Asia, Africa, Oceania, and South America. The majority of these 351 new hotels are already available for booking on AmexTravel.com, with a small number slated for release in the immediate future. Among the notable new entrants are ESPACIO Nagoya Castle in Nagoya, Japan; Casa Lucia, Melia Collection in Buenos Aires, Argentina; the iconic Fontainebleau Miami Beach in Florida; the historic Moana Surfrider, A Westin Resort & Spa in Honolulu, Hawaii; the exclusive One&Only Moonlight Basin in Big Sky, Montana; the luxurious Park Hyatt Cabo del Sol in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico; the scenic ROKI Queenstown in Queenstown, New Zealand; the opulent Selman Marrakech in Marrakech, Morocco; the stylish Six Senses London in the United Kingdom; and the picturesque The Lake Como EDITION in Cadenabbia, Italy. This strategic expansion is designed to cater to a wide spectrum of travel preferences and styles, encompassing idyllic beach getaways, vibrant city stays, rejuvenating wellness retreats, and exhilarating adventure destinations. Audrey Hendley, president of American Express Travel, emphasized the rigorous selection process, stating that the company's dedicated Hotel Curation Team meticulously evaluates each property against a stringent set of required and preferred criteria. These criteria are directly informed by American Express's deep understanding of what its premium Card Members value most when they travel, ensuring that each addition aligns with the brand's commitment to quality, service, and exclusive benefits. This expansion underscores American Express's ongoing dedication to providing unparalleled value and a comprehensive suite of travel solutions to its loyal card members, further solidifying its position as a leader in the premium travel sector.