Hilton Partners with Club Atlético River Plate to Enhance Hospitality and Fan Experiences
Hilton to serve as club’s preferred hotel partner
(IN SHORT) Hilton (NYSE: HLT), a global hospitality leader, has announced a strategic partnership with Club Atlético River Plate, one of Argentina’s premier football clubs. Under this agreement, Hilton becomes the preferred accommodation provider for River Plate’s professional team, offering reliable hospitality during their travels for training and competitions. The partnership extends exclusive benefits to River Plate’s devoted fans and Hilton Honors members, including access to unique experiences through the Hilton Honors Experiences Platform. This collaboration marks Hilton’s commitment to blending sports and travel, aiming to enrich fan experiences and provide exceptional stays across Latin America and beyond.
(PRESS RELEASE) McLEAN, Va., 2024-Jul-9 — /Travel PR News/ — Hilton (NYSE: HLT), the global leader in hospitality, has announced a strategic partnership with Club Atlético River Plate, a prominent Argentine professional football club. This collaboration designates Hilton as the preferred hospitality partner for hosting the River Plate team during their travels, aiming to create exceptional experiences for both organizations’ dedicated fans. With sports serving as a unifying force globally, the partnership promises exclusive opportunities for River Plate’s loyal members and Hilton’s expansive base of over 190 million Hilton Honors members, offering unique engagements that celebrate their shared passions.
Spanning a portfolio across 126 countries and territories, Hilton will provide River Plate with a reliable home away from home, catering to the team’s needs during training, friendly matches, and competitive events. Emphasizing the importance of accommodations in elite sports, players and coaches will benefit from Hilton’s renowned service and hospitality.
Building on its established partnerships in music, sports, and entertainment, Hilton Honors members will gain access to a curated selection of unique experiences through the Hilton Honors Experiences Platform. These offerings will debut during River Plate’s pre-season tour and extend throughout the year, enhancing the fan experience with exclusive opportunities. River Plate’s loyal supporters who join Hilton Honors will also enjoy special offers, enriching their stays whether near stadiums, traveling for business, or enjoying leisure at Hilton properties across Latin America and beyond.
Jorge Giannattasio, Senior Vice President and Head of Operations, Caribbean and Latin America, Hilton, expressed enthusiasm about the partnership, highlighting its potential to unite sports and travel through memorable hospitality experiences. Jorge Brito, President of Club Atlético River Plate, echoed this sentiment, emphasizing the significance of the alliance in enhancing accommodations for their professional staff and providing unique benefits to their members through Hilton’s esteemed loyalty program.
For those interested in joining Hilton Honors or learning more about Hilton Honors Experiences, visit HiltonHonors.com. Further information can be found at stories.hilton.com/HiltonHonors.
About Hilton
Hilton (NYSE: HLT) is a leading global hospitality company with a portfolio of 24 world-class brands comprising more than 7,600 properties and nearly 1.2 million rooms, in 126 countries and territories. Dedicated to fulfilling its founding vision to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality, Hilton has welcomed over 3 billion guests in its more than 100-year history, was named the No. 1 World’s Best Workplace by Great Place to Work and Fortune and has been recognized as a global leader on the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices for seven consecutive years. Hilton has introduced industry-leading technology enhancements to improve the guest experience, including Digital Key Share, automated complimentary room upgrades and the ability to book confirmed connecting rooms. Through the award-winning guest loyalty program Hilton Honors, the nearly 190 million Hilton Honors members who book directly with Hilton can earn Points for hotel stays and experiences money can’t buy. With the free Hilton Honors app, guests can book their stay, select their room, check in, unlock their door with a Digital Key and check out, all from their smartphone. Visit stories.hilton.com for more information, and connect with Hilton on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and YouTube.
About Club Atlético River Plate
River Plate is one of the most important football clubs in history. With a 123 year history, 350,000 members and more than 20 million fans around the world, it is an icon of Argentine and South American football, internationally recognized for its attractive style of play and the quality of its athletes. Furthermore, River Plate has established itself as a model organization in the region, recognized for its institutional strength, its commitment to the development of athletes in multiple disciplines and its positive social impact.
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Hilton
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Hilton
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Source: Hilton Hotels
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