BETHESDA, Md., Nov. 20, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- It's been a 'Year of Surprises' thanks to Marriott Rewards and, to add on to the excitement, the award-winning loyalty program is giving members one more extraordinary opportunity in partnership with the NFL. Now through December 2, 2014, NFL fans are invited to share their passion for football through 30-second videos or captioned photos that showcase an unrivaled spirit for the game and include who their favorite player is for a chance to meet that player at the 2015 Pro Bowl in Arizona.
Whether it's traveling for business, or to watch their favorite NFL team play, Marriott Rewards members are always on the move. As part of the loyalty program's 'Year of Surprises' – a platform celebrating its 30th anniversary – six individuals who can prove they are among the "Most Passionate NFL Fans" will be chosen as grand prize winners, receiving the ultimate NFL experience with host and NFL legend, Tony Gonzalez, at the 2015 Pro Bowl in Arizona.
Winners of the Marriott Rewards Most Passionate Fan Contest receive an exclusive trip for two to Phoenix, tickets to the 2015 Pro Bowl in Arizona, and a chance to hang out with their favorite player on January 24, the day before the game. Entry submissions began on November 12 and run through December 2. The voting period for the top 100 entries, which is open to the public, lasts from December 12 - 19. Submissions are eligible from fans in the 50 US/DC and Canada (excluding Quebec). To enter the contest and read the official rules, visit http://MarriottRewardsMostPassionateFan.com.
"We know our members are passionate about travel and so much more in life, so we want to reward them with something beyond just points," said Rich Toohey, vice president, Marriott Rewards. "If our loyalists are football fans, we want to treat them to a once-in-a-lifetime experience and what better way to do that than with our partnership with the NFL?"
Marriott Rewards is all about helping travelers create lasting memories. To mark its 30th birthday, the loyalty program has been celebrating with a "Year of Surprises" throughout 2014, asking people to nominate a loved one who deserves a special celebration, and throwing them an unforgettable surprise party. Recent parties have included a Basketball Surprise in LA, End of Treatment Celebration and a Surprise Spa Day in San Diego.
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More about Marriott Rewards
Marriott Rewards is Marriott International's award-winning loyalty program spanning 16 brands and 3,800 properties worldwide. Marriott Rewards is free to join and has no blackout dates and members can earn and redeem points at nearly 3,800 Marriott International hotels around the world and at Marriott Rewards exclusive luxury partner The Ritz-Carlton®. Members can also redeem points for frequent flyer miles, cruises, car rentals, merchandise and more. By making rewards accessible with a modern, easy approach, Marriott Rewards continues to be a leader in the industry. Marriott Rewards has won the Freddie Award for "Best Hotel Rewards Program in the Americas" seven years in a row and the 2011 and 2010 Frequent Travel Award for "Best Hotel Rewards Program." It ranked highest in overall customer satisfaction in JD Power inaugural Hotel Loyalty/Rewards Program Satisfaction ReportSM issued earlier this year. In addition, the program has been named best hotel rewards program by the readers of U.S. News & World Report, About.com, Business Traveler, Global Traveler, Executive Travel and BusinessWeek magazines. To enroll and for more information about Marriott Rewards, please visit MarriottRewards.com or call 1-800-450-4442.
About Marriott International
Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) is a leading lodging company based in Bethesda, Maryland, USA, with properties in 79 countries and territories and reported revenues of nearly $13 billion in fiscal year 2013. The company operates and franchises hotels and licenses vacation ownership resorts under 18 brands. For more information or reservations, please visit our web site at www.marriott.com, and for the latest company news, visit http://news.marriott.com.
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