The Hertz Corporation has signed an exclusive three-year global partnership with Relais & Châteaux, an association of over 520 luxury hotels and gourmet restaurants in 60 countries. The deal further enforces the successful relationship the firms forged from successful collaborative efforts in France.
“We are delighted to partner globally with Relais & Châteaux following on from the success of our affiliation in France,” said Michel Taride, group president, RAC International, Hertz Corporation. “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.”
Under the partnership, customers of both Hertz and Relais & Châteaux will enjoy exclusive offers and preferential rates. Hertz Gold Plus Rewards Members will receive a free one-year enrollment in Relais & Châteaux’s loyalty program, along with five percent off Relais & Châteaux gift packages and certificates. Additionally, members of Hertz Gold Plus Rewards Five Star and President’s Circle members are eligible for a three-nights-for-the-price-of-two offer and a ten percent discount on gift packages and certificates.
Relais & Châteaux Club 5C members will receive a ten percent discount on all Hertz basic rentals, including Hertz Collections worldwide. Also, Relais & Châteaux customers who enroll in the Hertz Gold Plus Rewards program will receive additional benefits, including early access to new vehicle models, a free additional driver, one free weekend day rental certificate, and an upgrade from the Gold Plus Rewards tier to Gold Plus Rewards Five Star after the third rental in a year.
“We are very excited to enter into a partnership with a world leader in car rental,” added Jean Francois Ferret, CEO, Relais & Châteaux. “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. We also share in common with Hertz a full commitment to the values of excellence and superior customer satisfaction.”
