Hilton Honors has brought back its status match, and it's one of the most generous of any hotel loyalty program.
04.02.2025 - 18:57 / travelpulse.com / River Cruise / Sarah Kuta
This Valentine’s Day, Riviera Travel (formerly Riviera River Cruises) is offering travel advisors a chance to win a round-trip Paris river cruise.
For every new Riviera Travel river cruise booking made between February 10-14, travel advisors will be automatically entered into a raffle to win a free 7-day round-trip Paris river cruise for two.
Each new cabin booked equates to one entry into the contest—meaning the cruises travel advisors book, the better their chances of winning.
The winner will be chosen on February 17.
The travel advisor who wins the contest must take the free trip sometime in 2025, and blackout dates may apply. The trip must be confirmed 101 days out from departure. Flights, transfers and hotels are not included.
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Hilton Honors has brought back its status match, and it's one of the most generous of any hotel loyalty program.
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