PARSIPPANY, N.J., March 16, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Dust off that
suitcase and draft a clever out of office reply, because Wyndham
Hotels & Resorts, the world's largest hotel franchising company
with more than 8,900 hotels across nearly 95 countries, is on a
mission to give one lucky American the best job ever.
Now through April 6, 2021, Wyndham
is taking nominations for "Operation Out of Office" (Operation
OOO), a new initiative seeking to recognize one hard-working,
extra-deserving, "pack my bags because I'm ready to go" American
with two weeks of vacation and a paycheck for $5,000. The catch? In exchange for the payday,
the chosen nominee will be asked to share their travels on their
favorite social media networks, providing inspiration for other
vacation-ready travelers.
The initiative comes following reports from the United States
Travel Association (USTA) that American workers left an average of
33% of their paid time off (PTO) on the table last
yeari, despite working even longer
hours.ii As the lines continue to blur
between work and life, Wyndham is looking to restore a little bit
of balance for one overworked traveler and up to three companions
of their choice—even if that means paying to make it happen.
Well-known Wyndham brands include, La Quinta® by
Wyndham, Days Inn® by Wyndham, Super 8® by
Wyndham, Ramada® by Wyndham and
Wyndham Grand®, among others. With more than
6,000 hotels across the U.S., chances are there's a Hotel by
Wyndham just 10 minutes away.
"Every year, millions of Americans leave PTO on the table as
they immerse themselves in work, family and the hustle of daily
life," said Lisa Checchio, executive
vice president and chief marketing officer at Wyndham Hotels &
Resorts. "Operation OOO is about recognizing those Americans and
making the point that now, more than ever, we all need to carve out
time to relax, recharge and get away. If it takes us paying someone
to help get that message across, then that's money well spent!"
Those looking to nominate a deserving friend, family member,
co-worker—or even themselves—as part of Operation OOO can do so by
submitting a short essay of up to 100 words. Submissions should
offer a window into the life of the nominee and why they are
deserving of a getaway. To submit a nomination, or to view terms
and conditions, visit www.wyndhamhotels.com/outofoffice.
Following the submission deadline on April 6, 2021, one lucky nominee will be chosen
to receive 14 nights at the Wyndham hotel (or hotels) of their
choosing along with a $250 per day
travel stipend and a complimentary upgrade to Wyndham
Rewards® Diamond membership. (Hotel nights will be
provided in the form of 420,000 Wyndham Rewards points, enough for
14 nights at any participating Wyndham Rewards hotel.) Upon booking
travel, the nominee will also receive a paycheck for $5,000, equating to a payday of $2,500 for each week of travel. What's more,
travel dates are flexible (just stay by December 31, 2021) and can be divided across
multiple trips.
Added Checchio, "Some jobs are hard. This isn't one of them. If
you want to get paid to sit on the beach for two weeks, go for it.
Always dreamed of seeing the sights along Route 66? Have at it.
Looking to check Yellowstone off your bucket list? Do it. This is
about experiencing the joy that can only come from travel and
knowing that wherever you want to go, whatever you want to do,
Wyndham will be there to welcome you."
As the travel landscape evolves amid COVID-19, Wyndham and its
brands remain committed to the health and safety of guests and team
members. The vast majority of hotels are open and welcoming guests
with flexible booking policies and enhanced health and safety
protocols through Wyndham's Count on
Us® initiative. Guests can also take advantage of
mobile check-in and checkout at more than 6,000 hotels thanks to
the Company's all new mobile app, available for both iOS and
Android. Wyndham has extended current Wyndham Rewards member
benefits through the end of 2021 and paused points expiration
through June 30, 2021. Learn more
at www.wyndhamhotels.com/COVID-19.
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 Wyndham Rewards
Recently named the number one hotel rewards program by readers
of USA TODAY, Wyndham Rewards® is the world's
most generous rewards program with more than 50,000 hotels,
vacation club resorts and vacation rentals worldwide. Designed for
the everyday traveler, members earn a guaranteed 1,000 points with
every qualified stay and may redeem points for a wide range of
rewards, including free nights at any of over 8,900 hotels or
thousands of vacation club resorts and vacation rentals globally
through affiliation with Wyndham Destinations and others. Wyndham
Rewards has 86 million enrolled members around the globe. Join for
free today at www.wyndhamrewards.com. You've earned
this.®
i "National Plan for Vacation Day - US Travel
Association."
https://www.ustravel.org/sites/default/files/media_root/document/NPVD_FactSheet-2021.pdf.
Accessed 3 Feb. 2021.
ii "Collaborating During Coronavirus: The Impact of
COVID-19 on the ...." 30 Jul. 2020,
https://www.nber.org/papers/w27612. Accessed 3 Feb. 2021.
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