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TRAVEL OFFERS FOR AMERICAN EXPRESS PLATINUM RESERVE CREDIT CARDMEMBERS ENJOY A COMPLIMENTARY NIGHT AT MANDARIN ORIENTAL HOTEL GROUP Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, London Hotel Highlights Complimentary third night • Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong • The Landmark Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong • Mandarin Oriental, Jakarta • Mandarin Oriental, Manila • Mandarin Oriental, Tokyo • Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, London • Mandarin Oriental, Prague • Mandarin Oriental, Atlanta • Mandarin Oriental, Boston • Mandarin Oriental, New York Complimentary fourth night • Mandarin Oriental, Macau • Mandarin Oriental, Singapore • Mandarin Oriental, Sanya • Mandarin Oriental, Munich • Mandarin Oriental, Paris • Elbow Beach, Bermuda • Mandarin Oriental, Las Vegas • Mandarin Oriental, San Francisco • Mandarin Oriental, Washington DC FANTASTIC WINTER. ONE MORE EXCEPTIONAL NIGHT. Planning a winter escape? With our Fantastic Winter offer, you can stay an extra day — giving you more time to explore history’s treasures, shop in magnicent cities or soak up the sun while enjoying the delightful luxuries and outstanding service that are the hallmarks of Mandarin Oriental. This winter, escape to one of Mandarin Oriental’s legendary hotels and resorts around the world. Exclusive privileges for Platinum Reserve Credit Cardmembers: • Complimentary* third or fourth night at the participating Mandarin Oriental properties worldwide • For bookings from now till 1 April 2013 • For stays from now till 4 April 2013 Terms and Conditions * Offer is valid for bookings from now till 1 April 2013 and stays from now till 4 April 2013 (both dates inclusive). Offer is valid for new reservations only. Offer is subject to availability and blackout dates may apply. Cardmember must stay at least two or three consecutive paid nights to receive the complimentary night. 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