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How Do You Fan?

by Kimberly Inlander

Oct 9, 2022

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That’s the question Courtyard by Marriott,

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which recently entered its 12th year as the NFL’s official hotel partner, is asking by launching its This Is Where We Fan season-long program. The program launches with a contest offering multiple chances to win prizes, including the first-ever Fansgiving Dinner on the New York Giants’ home field. Enter by sharing stories of how you celebrate your fandom, even on the road. Courtyard and Marriott Bonvoy

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also recently announced an exclusive five-year partnership with the NFL.

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Here’s a look at the bucket-list experiences you can win, along with a Courtyard hotel stay, throughout the season:

  • Courtyard Fansgiving Dinner on the 50: Partake in an exclusive dinner on the 50-yard line of the New York Giants’ home field the week before Thanksgiving, coupled with a one-night hotel stay. A select number of seats will be available to Marriott Bonvoy members for redemption. Contest closes Oct. 15.
  • Courtyard by Marriott Super Bowl Sleepover: Access an overnight stay inside a stadium suite transformed into a Courtyard guestroom overlooking the field — be the first person to wake inside the stadium on Super Bowl Sunday.
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    Courtyard will also host the winner and three friends for a weekend of experiences and tickets to Super Bowl LVII. Contest runs Oct. 8–Nov. 18.

  • VIP Tickets to the 2023 NFL Draft: Access the NFL Draft in Kansas City, with Marriott Bonvoy members able to redeem VIP tickets and the chance to announce a draft pick on the big stage. Contest runs Feb. 15–March 15, 2023.
  • Tickets to Your Team’s Away Games: A handful of entrants can attend an away game of their choice, with a one-night hotel stay included. Contest closes Nov. 13.

Enter by submitting a video or photo that showcases where and with whom you fan on TikTok, Instagram or Twitter using #CourtyardFanContest and tagging @CourtyardHotels. Entries are judged on creativity, relevance, originality and impact, with winners announced in phases throughout the season. Learn more about the rules here.

Additionally, for travelers at Courtyard hotels in the United States and Canada this football season, Courtyard’s Bistro Bar offers favorite game day food and drinks. Marriott Bonvoy members can also receive up to 2,000 bonus points per night, any day of the week, with the 2K Everyday promotion through Dec. 31.

— Kimberly Krol Inlander, editor in chief

 

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