NORTH
BETHESDA, Md., March 21,
2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Choice Privileges, the
award-winning rewards program of Choice Hotels International, Inc.
(NYSE: CHH) has launched a new auction tool that enables members to
bid on available Choice Privileges Experiences. This auction tool
increases members' ability to redeem their points for experiences
that mean the most to them. The first experiences to be offered by
this new auction tool launched today, includes a VIP experience and
tickets to country artist Kane
Brown's upcoming concert in Bloomington, IN, as well as VIP access to
upcoming Washington Wizards basketball and Washington Capitals
hockey games in Washington,
D.C.
"Choice Privileges members value experiences over things, and
that's why we continue to expand the Choice Privileges Experiences
program to increase and diversify experience offerings that money
can't buy," said Julie Purser, vice
president, loyalty strategy and membership rewards, Choice Hotels.
"From college football to concerts, professional racing, basketball
and hockey games, Choice Privileges is excited to continue adding
new experiences for members and increase their engagement during
the redemption process through the addition of this auction
tool."
New experiences offered
Choice Privileges continues to
add new experiences across sports and music helping members pursue
their passions. Newly released experiences, through agreements with
Learfield and Monumental Sports & Entertainment, are now
available for bidding:
- Kane Brown Platinum Concert Experience – Indiana University (2): Two (2) premium side
stage viewing/seating for concert performances; artist Meet and
Greet; an invitation to the pre-show Hoosier Welcome Reception with
complimentary open bar and appetizers; access to VIP Lounge with
dedicated cash bar, preshow activities and more; premium parking
near Memorial Stadium; early entrance into the stadium; two (2)
merchandise items; two (2) commemorative Full Ride Tour VIP
laminates; two (2) night Choice Hotels stay in Bloomington; $1,500 in travel gift cards for airfare,
transportation, incidentals ($750 per
person).
- Kane Brown Gold Concert Experience – Indiana University (2): Two (2) premium
reserved tickets in the first 3 rows on the floor -or- in the Henke
Hall of Champions red seats; an invitation to the pre-show Hoosier
Welcome Reception with complimentary open bar and appetizers;
backstage guided tour before the show; access to VIP Lounge with
dedicated cash bar, preshow activities and more; premium parking
near Memorial Stadium; early entrance into the stadium; two (2)
merchandise items; two (2) commemorative Full Ride Tour VIP
laminates.
- Kane Brown Silver Concert Experience (4): Two (2)
premium reserved tickets on the floor or in the lower bowl; access
to VIP Lounge with dedicated cash bar, pre-show activities and
more; two (2) merchandise items; two (2) commemorative Full Ride
Tour VIP laminates; premium parking near Memorial Stadium.
- Washington Wizards vs. Chicago Bulls (2): Early entry;
watch warmups courtside; pre-game photo near court; gift bag;
all-inclusive suite tickets; meet and greet and photo with
Dave Johnson (Wizards play-by-play
announcer) and Glenn Consor (Wizards
analyst).
- Washington Capitals vs. Winnipeg Jets (2): Early entry;
watch warmups from the penalty box with photo opportunity; gift
bag; all-inclusive suite tickets; meet and greet and photo with
John Walton (Capitals
broadcaster).
- Washington Capitals vs. Detroit Red Wings (2): Early
entry; watch warmups from the penalty box with photo opportunity;
gift bag; all-inclusive suite tickets; meet and greet and photo
with John Walton (Capitals
broadcaster).
- Washington Capitals vs. Ottawa Senators (2): Early
entry; watch warmups from the penalty box with photo opportunity;
gift bag; all-inclusive suite tickets; meet and greet and photo
with John Walton (Capitals
broadcaster).
How it works
To bid on an available experience, log
into your Choice Privileges account and review the experience
description on ChoicePrivilegesExperiences.com. Once you have
reviewed the experience description and are ready to bid, click
"Bid." Then, you can submit the amount of Choice Privileges points
you want to bid, and you're in the running. An email confirming the
bid you placed will be sent to the email address you have in your
Choice Privileges profile shortly thereafter. Once you've placed a
bid, you are able to increase your bid simply by entering another
bid on the auction. The winner will be notified by email
immediately following auction closing and Choice Privileges will
follow up shortly after to confirm necessary details to fulfill the
winning experience. If you did not place the winning bid, you will
receive an e-mail that the auction has closed and your bid was not
the winning one. If you won, enjoy! [Exact details of each
experience may vary due to weather and other factors.]
Previously announced Choice Privileges Experiences have included
college football and basketball gameday experiences with 18 schools
including University of Alabama,
University of Michigan and Ohio State University, and VIP experiences at all
38 races in the 2024 NASCAR Cup series season through a
collaboration with Trackhouse Racing.
Choice Privileges members can earn points by staying at over
7,000 Choice-branded hotels across a diverse portfolio of brands in
46 countries and territories. Members can also earn points by using
one of two new co-branded credit cards where cardholders can earn
on everyday purchases including gas, groceries, and home goods.
Choice's family of brands range from upper upscale and upscale,
full service, boutique and resort-like hotels Radisson Blu,
Radisson, Cambria Hotels and the Ascend Hotel Collection, to
midscale, economy and extended stay hotels including Country Inn
& Suites, Comfort, Quality Inn, Sleep Inn, Econo Lodge,
Everhome and Mainstay Suites.
For more information or to enroll in Choice Privileges,
visit www.choicehotels.com/choice-privileges.
About Choice Privileges®
The award-winning Choice Privileges rewards program enables members
to earn and redeem points for reward nights at over 7,000
Choice-branded hotels across a diverse portfolio of brands in 46
countries and territories. Points can also be earned and/or
redeemed with at other properties, like Bluegreen Vacations, Penn
Entertainment, and the iconic Treasure Island Hotel &
Casino in Las Vegas.
Members can also exchange points for airline miles or redeem them
for gift cards with popular restaurants and retail stores, stays at
the luxurious Preferred Hotels & Resorts, and even VIP college
football experiences. Choice Privileges Mastercard holders can earn
more points faster, including on everyday spending. To enroll in
the free Choice Privileges program or learn more about the Choice
Privileges Mastercard credit cards,
visit www.choicehotels.com/choice-privileges.
About Choice Hotels®
Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) is one of the
largest lodging franchisors in the world. The challenger in upscale
and a leader in midscale and extended stay, Choice® has over 7,500
hotels, representing more than 630,000 rooms, in 46 countries and
territories. A diverse portfolio of 22 brands that range from
full-service upper upscale properties to midscale, extended stay
and economy enables Choice® to meet travelers' needs in more places
and for more occasions while driving more value for franchise
owners and shareholders. The award-winning Choice Privileges®
rewards program and co-brand credit card options provide members
with a fast and easy way to earn reward nights and personalized
perks. For more information, visit www.choicehotels.com.
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