The Crowne Plaza Bring Your Bestie package allows you to turn business into a mini getaway for stays through Thursday, July 10, 2025 at select Crowne Plaza hotel properties within the United States…
Crowne Plaza “Bring Your Bestie” Package: Turn Business Trips Into Mini Getaways With a Companion
…but you must book your reservations by Monday, May 12, 2025 in order to take advantage of this exclusive deal, which includes several benefits for you and a companion — including:
- Complimentary breakfast to kickstart the day
- One signature drink per night of stay to relax at the end of the day and signal the transition from work to leisure
- 1,000 bonus IHG One Rewards points, which can be used toward future reward nights, exclusive experiences, and more
- Curated local itineraries designed to enhance solo time and foster meaningful interactions during downtime
This limited time offering is available to book reservations at select Crowne Plaza hotel properties featuring the New Modern design of the brand — including:
- Crowne Plaza Cleveland at Playhouse Square
- Crowne Plaza Fort Myers Gulf Coast
- Crowne Plaza Indianapolis-Downtown-Union Station
- Crowne Plaza Louisville Airport Expo Center
- Crowne Plaza Orlando – Downtown
- Crowne Plaza Seattle – Downtown
- Crowne Plaza Virginia Beach Town Center
Data That Inspired the Crowne Plaza Bring Your Bestie Package
The Crowne Plaza Bring Your Bestie package taps into a growing trend: according to recent data from the global YouGov survey of greater than 12,000 people by Crowne Plaza, 74 percent of travelers in the United States noted they would invite a friend or family member on a business trip — with Gen Z and Millennials as the generations most likely to do so. In fact, nearly 40 percent of travelers in the United States combine work and leisure travel specifically to spend quality time with family and friends.
Traveling for business with a companion offers clear benefits: it is not only more enjoyable, but it also supports a healthier balance between work and relaxation, reducing stress and boosting overall well-being. Sharing downtime with someone can lead to a greater sense of rejuvenation and focus, which may enhance productivity during work hours. Additionally, having a companion allows for a fuller exploration of the destination, with opportunities to enjoy local sights and cultural experiences together, strengthening bonds and creating lasting memories.
While there are many advantages to bringing a plus one on a blended travel trip, opportunities are still available to enhance the experience for both travelers and their guests. Key findings include:
- Creating a Welcoming Environment for Plus Ones Is Key: Nearly one in five respondents in the United States have invited a family member or friend to join them on a work trip without disclosing it to their employer; and 34 percent of respondents noted that company policies or guidelines influenced their decision to bring a guest on their trip.
- Streamlining Costs Makes Traveling with a Companion More Accessible: Greater than a third of respondents in the United States mentioned they may hesitate to invite friends or family on work trips because of the added costs.
- Travelers are Looking for Ways to Keep Their Guests Entertained While They Work: One in four people noted that itineraries or activities for the person they are traveling with to keep them occupied while they are working would be a valuable amenity to encourage blended travel.
Final Boarding Call
One major advantage when companions accompany travelers on business trips that can be extended into leisure getaways is that costs are lowered for the traveler — such as airfare as one example — which increases the possibility of enjoying a trip with someone once official business has concluded…
…but if you want to take advantage of the Crowne Plaza Bring Your Bestie package for travel through Thursday, July 10, 2025 at select hotel properties within the United States, you only have until Monday, May 12, 2025 to book your reservations…
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