Exploring Wellbeing and Quiet Luxury Getaways with Marriott Bonvoy® American Express® Card Benefits
A series of features in The Guardian's Start Your Adventure segment highlights the growing appeal of wellbeing retreats and quiet luxury getaways, emphasizing destinations and experiences designed for relaxation and mental rejuvenation. A video showcases serene travel options such as quiet luxury in Croatia and spa treatments in Mauritius, aiming to inspire unwind-focused travel choices.
Complementing this, an article discusses the rising trend of wellbeing holidays, supported by ABTA's 2024-25 Holiday Habits findings which identify relaxation (73%), mental health and wellbeing (50%), and escaping daily pressures (46%) as primary motivations for holiday-makers. The piece highlights several noteworthy wellbeing destinations, including Blue Zone regions known for longevity and healthy lifestyles: Okinawa in Japan, Nicoya Peninsula in Costa Rica, Loma Linda in California, Sardinia in Italy, and Ikaria in Greece.
Near-home options like the Delta Hotels St Pierre Country Club in Chepstow, Wales, offer historic and natural surroundings alongside spa amenities, including massages, facials, and manicures/pedicures.
Luxury wellness experiences in Costa Rica are featured through El Mangroove, Autograph Collection, located on the Gulf of Papagayo, offering daily yoga, nature bike rides, and spa treatments inspired by local traditions.
Both features promote the Marriott Bonvoy American Express Card, highlighting its benefits for travelers seeking wellbeing escapes. Cardholders earn 6 points per £1 spent at Marriott hotels and 2 points per £1 on other eligible purchases. Points are redeemable at 9,500 properties across 30 brands in 144 countries and with over 150 airlines. Additional benefits include an automatic Silver Elite status upon card issuance, a Free Night Award after £25,000 in annual net purchases, and Elite Night Credits: 15 credits at card opening and up to 15 more per calendar year. Spending £15,000 annually can elevate members to Gold Elite status, valid through the following year.
These sponsored features collectively aim to inspire travelers to prioritize wellbeing and calm in their holiday planning, while showcasing the advantages of loyalty programs designed to enhance the travel experience.
