One of New Zealand’s major hotel chains today launched a brand-new loyalty programme for trans-Tasman travellers. The Choice Hotels Australasia Choice Privileges campaign offers members who stay at a Choice Hotel in New Zealand or Australia (there are more than 280 of them) on two separate occasions between 8 March and 8 May 2012 will earn enough points to redeem one night’s accommodation free.

The free night can be redeemed up until 15 May 2012 at any Econo Lodge, Comfort, Quality or Clarion hotel across New Zealand or Australia.

Membership to the Choice Privileges programme is free – and it only takes a minute to join. Go to www.choicehotels.co.nz to join up.