PARSIPPANY, N.J., April 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Travelodge®
by Wyndham today announced it is awarding a $25,000 challenge grant to the National Parks
Conservation Association (NPCA), reaffirming its commitment to
protecting and preserving our nation's parks while challenging
others to help match its efforts with a smaller donation of their
own.
One of many collaborations happening between Travelodge and NPCA
this week to mark National Park Week, the challenge grant, which
aims to raise a combined $50,000
between Travelodge and other donors, comes amid rising visitation
and increased strain on park resources due to lingering effects of
the ongoing pandemic. Last year, over 237 million people visited
America's national parks, with 15 parks setting a new recreation
visitation record1. Travelers are invited to make a
donation to help match the challenge grant by visiting,
www.travelodge.com/npca.
"National Park Week is a chance to celebrate and show
appreciation for our nation's parks, which throughout the pandemic
have played a critical role as a safe and fulfilling escape for
travelers and their families," said Haley
Maglio, brand leader of Travelodge by Wyndham. "As a brand
with a deep love and connection to the outdoors, we're incredibly
proud to help champion NPCA with this grant, supporting its mission
and further enabling the critical work it does as it protects and
enhances America's national park system for current and future
generations."
In tandem with the challenge grant, Travelodge also announced
today a three-year renewal of its commitment to NPCA along with
plans to participate in other coordinated National Park Week
activities, including a virtual "Park
Talk" webinar with Maglio. The two organizations have
collaborated together since 2016 and in that time, Travelodge has
provided more than $750,000 in
support of NPCA and its work to protect the parks. Over 75 percent
of all Travelodge hotels are within an hour's drive of a national
parks.
"Our national parks are as unique as the people visiting them,
offering unforgettable experiences that we carry with us and share
with a hope that future generation will continue to see these
places the way we do today," said Theresa
Pierno, president and CEO for the National Parks
Conservation Association. "We are thankful for the years-long and
generous support of Travelodge where together, we're reaching park
adventurers about ways to speak up and protect the places they
love, from Yellowstone to Everglades, and how to do so responsibly
throughout their travels."
Travelodge's continued support of NPCA and the nation's parks is
complemented by its ongoing commitment to promoting eco-friendly
travel. Known for being travelers' basecamp for adventure, the
brand's Travelodge + Go Green
program aims to reduce the carbon footprint of over 450 hotels
throughout North America with
eco-friendly initiatives around breakfast, housekeeping and bath
amenities.
To learn more about Travelodge's work with NPCA, including how
to make a donation and help NPCA raise a combined $50,000 with the brand's National Park Week
challenge grant, visit www.travelodge.com/npca. Donation deadline
is April 25, 2021.
About Travelodge by Wyndham
With more than 450 hotels across North America, Travelodge by
Wyndham is your basecamp for adventure, offering a clean, comfy
room along with free breakfast and Wi-Fi, at affordable rates.
Known coast to coast for its laid back, California roots
and iconic Sleepy Bear mascot, today, more than 75 percent of all
Travelodge hotels are located just an hour's drive from some of the
nation's most celebrated National Parks. That's why, in an effort
to help protect these vital landmarks, the brand is proud to serve
as an official sponsor of National Parks Conservation
Association. For more information, or start planning
your next adventure, visit www.travelodge.com. Like us on
Facebook and follow us on Instagram. For development
opportunities, visit www.wyndhamdevelopment.com.
About Wyndham Hotels &
Resorts
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts
(NYSE: WH) is the world's largest hotel franchising company by
the number of properties, with over 8,900 hotels across nearly 95
countries on six continents. Through its network of approximately
796,000 rooms appealing to the everyday traveler, Wyndham commands
a leading presence in the economy and midscale segments of the
lodging industry. The Company operates a portfolio of 20 hotel
brands, including Super 8®, Days Inn®,
Ramada®, Microtel®, La Quinta®,
Baymont®, Wingate®, AmericInn®,
Hawthorn Suites®, Trademark
Collection® and Wyndham®, Wyndham Hotels
& Resorts is also a leading provider of hotel management
services. The Company's award-winning Wyndham Rewards loyalty
program offers 86 million enrolled members the opportunity to
redeem points at thousands of hotels, vacation club resorts and
vacation rentals globally. For more information, visit
www.wyndhamhotels.com.
About National Parks Conservation Association
Since 1919, the nonpartisan National Parks Conservation Association
has been the leading voice in safeguarding our national parks. NPCA
and its more than 1.6 million members and supporters work together
to protect and preserve our nation's most iconic and inspirational
places for future generations. For more information, visit
www.npca.org.
1"National Parks Hosted 237 Million Visitors in
2020"
https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1207/02-25-21-national-parks-hosted-237-million-visitors-in-2020.htm
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