Hilton Hotels & Resorts Reserves Room for a “Dog-Gone Good Vacation”
BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. — Hilton Hotels & Resorts is rolling out the red carpet with the “Hilton Hotel for Dogs” sweepstakes, in celebration of DreamWorks Pictures' and Nickelodeon Movies' “Hotel for Dogs,” now in theatres by Paramount Pictures. Until January 31, 2009, guests can enter for a chance to win a selection of prizes inspired by the characters from the film.*
“We are so proud to have secured this partnership with Hilton for our movie,” said LeeAnne Stables, executive vice president – Worldwide Marketing Partnerships, Paramount Pictures. “They are one of the premiere hotel brands leading the way with pet and family-friendly programs at their properties; it’s a perfect fit for our audience.”
“Hilton’s Pet Friendly services focus on providing a personalized experience for the world’s pet-loving travelers,” said Jeff Diskin, senior vice president – brand management, Hilton Hotels & Resorts. “The ‘Hilton Hotel for Dogs’ sweepstakes was designed with these pet lovers in mind and can be enjoyed by the entire family, including their four-legged friends, so now everybody can come along.”
Any guest who makes a pet friendly booking via the phone, or books a stay through the Hilton.com/HotelForDogs landing page using the promo code “DOGS,” is eligible for a chance to win a four-night stay vacation for four. The Grand Prize winner can choose one U.S. vacation of his or her choice from a selection of Hilton locations inspired by the characters from Paramount’s movie.
The following themed vacations are Grand Prize options:
“Thank Goodness It’s Friday”: The Santa Fe Package
Hilton Santa Fe Golf Resort and Spa at Buffalo Thunder, Santa Fe, New Mexico
Don’t you wish it was Friday every day? Let Friday lead you to New Mexico’s largest inclusive destination casino resort. Explore local arts and culture and enjoy the scenery with a horse-back riding excursion.
“Romeo and Juliet on the Beach”: The Hawaii Package
Hilton Waikoloa Village®, Waikoloa, Hawaii
Escape on a tropical vacation with your loved ones and stroll along the beautiful beaches of Hawaii. Juliet loves to get pampered and you will, too. Plus, Romeo thought of everything – including a spectacular luau at the hotel.
“Cooper’s Big Apple Feast”: The New York Package
Millennium Hilton, New York, New York
Take a bite out of the big apple! There is so much to take in – and chew on – from the delectable cuisine to the numerous attractions. The city never sleeps, but you can rest and relax for your big night out at a Broadway show!
“Lenny’s Lap of Luxury”: The Los Angeles Package
Hilton Los Angeles/Universal City, Los Angeles, California
Relax with a rejuvenating VIP vacation in the land of the stars and movie magic. Follow Lenny for a star-studded tour of Paramount Pictures and feel like a celebrity during your stay.
The Grand Prize Package will also include the following:
Movie tickets for four
A $300 gift card for shopping or more family fun
One night of room service or dinner at the hotel restaurant (up to $150)
Tickets for four to a local attraction
Airfare for four and ground transportation (up to $300)
The sweepstakes also includes secondary prizes, which feature a hotel accommodation voucher for a two-night stay and Hilton Pet Friendly Kits as a first prize, a Hilton Pet Friendly Kit as a second prize, and a “Hotel for Dogs” Movie Fun Kit, including two movie tickets and “Hotel for Dogs” memorabilia as a third prize.
Hilton’s Pet Friendly program makes it easier for pet lovers and their furry friends to spend time away from home. Human guests won’t be the only ones to feel rejuvenated as each pet-friendly room is loaded with specially-designed upscale amenities sure to please the most pampered dog or cat. Designed exclusively for Hilton by famed artist William Wegman best known for his striking photographs of Weimaraner dogs) the Hilton Pet Friendly collection includes a stain-, water- and microbial-resistant pet bed, as well as food and water bowls with placemat, and an exclusive pet amenity kit complete with dog waste clean-up bags and treats. The bed, placemat and amenity kits are produced by Crypton Fabrics and made with its patented performance fabric. For guests who want to recreate their stay at home, the pet beds are available for purchase on www.HiltonToHome.com, alongside Hilton’s Serenity Collection® mattress and other exclusive, in-room amenities.
Participating Pet Friendly Hiltons also offer pet concierge service with information about local dog runs, veterinarian offices and pet boutiques.
A select amount of Pet Friendly rooms are designated in each participating Hilton hotel and, along with the standard room cleaning procedures, the rooms undergo a deep cleaning – including carpets, drapery and all upholstered furniture – after each pet guest has checked out. All Pet Friendly rooms feature a special door hanger alerting hotel staff to the furry guest within.**
For more information on Hilton’s Pet Friendly program, visit www.hilton.com/pets.
* NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Begins on or about 12/15/08 at 12:01 a.m. ET and ends on 1/31/09 at 11:59p.m. ET. Open to US residents at least age 18. Official Rules available at Hilton.com/hotelfordogs.com. Void where prohibited. The Hilton/Hotel for Dogs Sweepstakes sponsored by Paramount Pictures Corporation and Hilton Hotels Corporation.
** Non-refundable fee applies. Call the hotel directly or 1-800-HILTONS and specifically mention you want to bring your pet. Guests must sign a liability release form and follow pet guidelines, available at Hilton.com/pets
About Hilton Hotels & Resorts
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About Hilton Hotels Corporation
Hilton Hotels Corporation is the leading global hospitality company, with more than 3,000 hotels and 500,000 rooms in 74 countries and territories, including 135,000 team members worldwide.
The company owns, manages or franchises a hotel portfolio of some of the best known and highly regarded brands, including Hilton®, Conrad® Hotels & Resorts, Doubletree®, Embassy Suites Hotels®, Hampton Inn®, Hampton Inn & Suites®, Hilton Garden Inn®, Hilton Grand Vacations®, Homewood Suites by Hilton® and The Waldorf=Astoria Collection™.
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About Paramount Pictures Corporation
Paramount Pictures Corporation (PPC), a global producer and distributor of filmed entertainment, is a unit of Viacom (NYSE: VIA, VIA.B), a leading content company with prominent and respected film, television and digital entertainment brands. The company's labels include Paramount Pictures, Paramount Vantage, Paramount Classics, MTV Films and Nickelodeon Movies. PPC operations also include Paramount Digital Entertainment, Paramount Famous Productions, Paramount Home Entertainment, Paramount Pictures International, Paramount Licensing Inc., Paramount Studio Group, and Worldwide Television Distribution




