SPONSORED CONTENT: Paris is always a good idea—especially when using the Chase Aeroplan® Card.
By Chase Aeroplan®
From world-famous cuisine and historical landmarks to luxury shopping and picturesque parks, Paris is a city of dreamers with something for everyone. It’s your next stop on an international tour of Michelin-star restaurants and where you can cross some of the world’s premier design and historical wonders off your sightseeing list. Even if you just want to get lost among the City of Light’s countless cozy cafés and mysterious cobblestone alleys, making your Parisian dream vacation a reality is easier than you think.
Travel from Raleigh to Paris this fall and earn rewards while you do it with the Chase Aeroplan® Card. And whether you’re there for the food, history, culture or just something different, you can get a head-start on earning more Aeroplan points to help make your next travel dream come true.
If you’re the dreaming type but haven’t started making them come true with Aeroplan points, it’s not too late! New Chase Aeroplan® cardmembers can earn a welcome bonus of up to 100,000 points. Earn 75,000 points after you spend $4,000 on purchases in the first 3 months your account is open. Plus, earn 25,000 points after spending $20,000 on purchases in the first 12 months.
The Foodie’s Dream
In Paris, delectable dishes lie in wait on nearly every street corner. Try fresh-made macarons at a neighborhood bakery or dine at an internationally renowned restaurant. And don’t miss the world-famous staples of French cuisine like soupe à l’oignon, beef bourguignon or steak frites.
Whether you’re a foodie or not, treating yourself to culinary delights at home with your Chase Aeroplan® Card can help you earn points to get to your (beef tartare) tour around Paris’s finest restaurants. Cardmembers earn 3X points for every dollar spent dining at restaurants including eligible delivery services, and even at grocery stores.
With the ability to earn one point on everyday purchases, rewards earned on the Chase Aeroplan® Card can get you closer to the vacation of your dreams when you redeem them for flights to over 1,300 destinations on more than 45 partner airlines. So why stop at Paris? You’ve already crossed the ocean… What’s on the menu next?
The Romantic’s Dream
Beyond eating bucket list-level meals and enjoying the finest French wine, Paris is full of the kinds of adventures you might see on the silver screen, if you take the time to stop and look. Take in the murals of its bustling street art scene or visit the Luxembourg Gardens to marvel at expertly carved statues, meticulously groomed lawns and colorful patches of flowers. You can also take a day trip to Versailles, World War II battlegrounds or Disneyland Paris, or enjoy leisurely strolls through old neighborhoods full of charming antique shops.
With flights from Raleigh to Paris starting at just 40,000 points, you’ll be lighting up the City of Light in no time. Whether you’re traveling for leisure or business, you can share points with those closest to you with Aeroplan Family Sharing. By combining points, you and your loved ones can travel together sooner.
But don’t stop dreaming—cardmembers can fly from Raleigh to Toronto starting at 10,000 points. From Toronto, Air Canada connects to eight destinations across the Atlantic, including Paris, Casablanca, Brussels, Delhi, Dubai, London, Dublin and Frankfurt.
Long-distance love in London? Bestie on the West Coast? What’s a few miles between Aeroplan members, especially when you can earn every day?
The Historian’s Dream
It’s hard to beat Raleigh’s reputation as the “Smithsonian of the South,” especially when the city’s more than 40 historic attractions and museums are free to visit. But for avid historians and museumgoers, Paris is a must.
For starters, and certainly needing no introduction, is the Eiffel Tower. Built to showcase France’s prowess and independence at the 1889 World’s Fair, this world-famous landmark offers groundbreaking historical design, great picnic spots and shimmering nightly views. The Eiffel Tower isn’t the only landmark to see in Paris, though. The Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the Grand Palais or cathedrals like Notre Dame de Paris and the Sacré-Cœur Basilica should also make it onto any visitor’s shortlist.
All those day trips to museums across North Carolina, from gas to parking, snacks (and, of course, the gift shop) will only better prepare you to experience historical Paris to the fullest, especially if you’re earning with Aeroplan. Every dollar spent on the Chase Aeroplan® Card gets you one point closer to the vacation of your dreams. Beyond flights to hundreds of destinations worldwide on 45 partner airlines, cardmembers can use their points to make any trip a little extra special or more comfortable with perks like upgrading their seat or relaxing in an Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge.
The Shopper’s Dream
Lafayette Village shoppers, this one’s for you! Paris’ Galeries Lafayette is a grand, century-old department store with an art nouveau design and charming shops filled with some of the city’s most covetable fashions. From vendors along the Seine to exclusive boutiques and expansive malls, Paris is a true hub for style and haute couture. One of the most well-known streets to shop along is the Avenue des Champs-Élysées, which features over a mile of luxury cafés, shops and theaters.
In addition to earning 3X points on dining at restaurants, takeout and eligible delivery services, grocery stores, and Air Canada purchases, cardmembers will earn one point for every dollar spent on all other purchases. Enjoy all the shops in Paris and receive 500 bonus points for every $2,000 spent in a calendar month, up to 1,500 points per month.
Don’t forget to Pay Yourself Back® and use your points to cover travel purchases. Cardmembers can redeem Aeroplan points for a statement credit to cover travel purchases made with the card, ranging from airfare to hotels, taxis, trains and other related purchases. Each point is worth 1.25 cents.
It’s easier to make your dreams come true! The Chase Aeroplan® Card helps you make travel easier and more comfortable, by earning on everyday expenses to apply toward booking the vacation of your dreams.
Tips For Raleigh Travelers Visiting Paris
When traveling to Paris from RDU, travelers should keep several things in mind:
- Plan to visit during the off-peak season if you can swing it. Peak season, which is usually summertime, promises a crowded experience in Paris. Between October and April, the prices may be lower and crowds reduced.
- Unlike sunny Raleigh, Paris can be rainy—especially in the off season. Consider bringing an umbrella or mapping out covered passageways to avoid a soaking!
- Parisians eat later than Americans. For the first few days of your trip, consider snacking throughout the day to tide yourself over until the 8:00 p.m. or 9:00 p.m. dinner seatings at restaurants.
- Chase Aeroplan® cardmembers get free checked bags on Air Canada. So, as always, plan to arrive early and take advantage of this perk!
Ready to plan your trip from Raleigh to Paris with the Chase Aeroplan® Card? New cardmembers can earn up to 100,000 bonus points. Earn 75,000 points after you spend $4,000 on purchases in the first 3 months your account is open. Plus, earn 25,000 points after spending $20,000 on purchases in the first 12 months your account is open. To learn more, visit Chase’s website and apply for the card today.
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