28 October 2023 , 09:30
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Arsenal have been handed a money-spinning boost after agreeing a new sponsorship deal with Hotels.com.
The Gunners have made the popular travel app their official hotel partner of both their men's and women's teams on a multi-year contract. Arsenal boast fans around the world and they travel in numbers to see Mikel Arteta's men in action in England and overseas. More than 170,000 supporters turned out to see three matches in the US during this summer's tour, highlighting the club's global pull.
It's not just the Emirates where Hotels.com branding will be seen as Meadow Park - the home of Arsenal Women - will display the same signage.
“We’re proud to introduce Hotels.com as our new partner,” said Juliet Slot, chief commercial officer at Arsenal. “A big part of the enjoyment of football is travelling to matches home and away, across the country, around Europe and when we go further afield on tour.
"We’re delighted to have Hotels.com as a like-minded partner who shares our passion for bringing supporters together to experience the excitement our games bring. We’re looking forward to working together and helping Hotels.com to connect with all our supporters in unique and exciting ways.”
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Arsenal fans will be given access to special travel packages (David Price/Arsenal FC via Getty Images)“Football is a universally loved sport, drawing millions of fans who travel far and near to watch their favourite teams,” said Jon Gieselman, president of Expedia Brands. “Our goal is to enhance this passion by simplifying and creating a seamless travel experience for fans.
"Teaming up with a prestigious club like Arsenal, we not only open more doors for Arsenal fans to travel but also unite fans from all around the world and make every game an unforgettable adventure.”
The partnership will give supporters access to travel packages around each of the teams’ matches, helping them support their team across the country and further afield.