Hertz, Relais & Châteaux team-up to offer Mid East holiday-makers unforgettable Eid Al-Adha 01.09.2013: Hertz Gold Plus Rewards Members offered exclusive preferential rates at world-leading

Hertz Gold Plus Rewards Members offered exclusive preferential rates at world-leading chain of luxury hotels and restaurants

Caption:    The perfect Eid al-Adha getaway: Hertz and Relais & Châteaux have signed a three-year partnership, offering Hertz Gold Plus Rewards members exclusive rates.


Middle East holiday-makers looking for an unforgettable experience during Eid al-Adha celebrations next month can take advantage of special offer between Hertz and the Relais & Châteaux – a world leading association of more than 500 luxury hotels and restaurants.


Hertz, the world’s largest general-use car rental brand, has signed an exclusive three-year global partnership with Relais & Châteaux, in which Hertz Gold Plus Rewards members will receive five percent off Relais & Châteaux gift packages and gift certificates, as well as free enrolment into Relais & Châteaux’s prestigious loyalty program for one year.


Additionally, Hertz Gold Plus Rewards Five Star and President’s Circle members will benefit from a “three nights for the price of two” deal and ten percent off gift packages and certificates. Relais & Châteaux Club 5C members will enjoy 10 percent off all Hertz basic rentals, including Hertz Collections worldwide.


Michel Taride, Group President, RAC International, Hertz Corporation, said: “We are delighted to partner globally with Relais & Châteaux following on from the success of our affiliation in France. Both parties possess a long heritage of delivering high quality and great customer care and this agreement further expands the range of fantastic customer experiences on offer.”  




Jean François Ferret, CEO, Relais & Châteaux, added: “We are very excited to enter into a partnership with a world leader in car rental. We were looking for a partner who has a presence in the 60 countries in which Relais & Châteaux is represented along with the ability to offer our guests the highest quality standards for unparalleled customer choice and service.


Established more than 50 years ago, Relais & Châteaux is an association of the world's finest hoteliers, chefs and restaurateurs that has set the standard for excellence in hospitality.


An additional series of offers will be available for Relais & Châteaux customers who enroll in the Hertz Gold Plus Rewards program. This includes one free weekend day rental certificate, a free additional driver, early access to new vehicle models and an upgrade from the entry level tier Gold Plus Rewards to the next tier up (Gold Plus Rewards Five Star) after the third rental in a year.




Terms and conditions


The Relais & Châteaux “3 nights for the price of 2” offer is valid for bookings made until March 31, 2014. Reservations must be made via the Relais & Châteaux call center on free phone 00 800 2000 0002.  Offer valid upon request and subject to availability in a selection of Relais & Châteaux properties worldwide.


The list of participating properties is subject to modification without prior notice. Reservations must be made at least 72 hours prior arrival. Blackout dates may apply. Reservations are subject to the booking conditions of each individual property. Offer cannot be combined with any other discount or offer.


The 5% off and 10% off Gift Boxes and Certificates offers from Relais & Châteaux  are valid for purchases made until March 31, 2014. Reservations must be made via the website http://www.relaischateaux.com/fr/gift-shop/. Offer valid upon request and subject to availability in a selection of Relais & Châteaux properties worldwide.



About Hertz Middle East & Africa

Hertz has a strong presence in the Middle East and Africa region, with 11 Hertz franchisees in the Middle East and 23 in Africa, and a total of 66 locations in the Middle East and 161 outlets in Africa, offering a wide range of car rental and leasing services.  Hertz locations across the region offer customers the most modern fleet of vehicles in the market, with a focus on quality, safety and reliability.





About Relais & Châteaux


Relais & Châteaux is an exclusive collection of more than 520 of the finest hotels and gourmet restaurants in 60 countries. Established in France in 1954, the Association’s mission is to spread its unique art de vivre across the globe by selecting outstanding properties with a truly unique character.


Furthermore, Relais & Châteaux is also a family of hoteliers and Grands Chefs from all over the world who share a passion for and a personal commitment to ensuring their guests are privy to moments of exceptional harmony. 


To choose Relais & Châteaux is to experience an unforgettable celebration of the senses. From the vineyards in Napa valley to the beaches of the Fiji Islands, from the olive trees in Provence to the lodges in South Africa, Relais & Châteaux offers a chance to explore the Route du Bonheur and best way to discover a wide range of distinctive destinations.

The Relais & Châteaux signature reflects this ambition: “ALL AROUND THE WORLD, UNIQUE IN THE WORLD.“




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