MEMPHIS, Tenn., May 8, 2002 (BUSINESS WIRE)—Homewood Suites(R) by Hilton, the national brand of upscale all-suite, residential-style hotels, announced today that during the month of May, guests making their hotel reservations online via the Homewood Suites by Hilton Web site will receive an e-coupon good for 15 percent off of one regularly priced item at any of the more than 800 Waldenbooks(R) and its sister brand, Brentano`s(R) store locations nationwide.
Guests may take advantage of the offer by booking their hotel reservations for stays at any of the more than 100 Homewood Suites by Hilton locations online via the brand`s Web site at www.homewoodsuites.com between now through May 31, 2002. Upon completion of their confirmed reservation, the e-coupon will be emailed to them within 14 days of the reservation date. The e-coupon is valid through August 31, 2002 for in-store purchases only.
Homewood Suites by Hilton is part of the Hilton HHonors(R) hotel guest reward program. Members of Hilton HHonors(R) can Double Dip(R) to earn Points & Miles(TM) for every qualifying stay at any Homewood Suites by Hilton hotel.

Waldenbooks is America`s largest mall-based bookstore, with over 800 locations in all 50 states. Because their stores are in malls throughout the country, no other bookstore can match the ease and convenience of shopping at Waldenbooks.

The Waldenbooks Preferred Reader(R) customer loyalty program offers avid readers a chance to save even more every day. Members receive a 10% discount, plus Bonus Points, on every purchase. These Bonus Points lead to a $5 Savings Certificate, valid at any Waldenbooks location and through Walden-by-mail(R).

In cities large and small, Waldenbooks remains a strong advocate of literacy. Schools, libraries, and businesses can take advantage of discounts to 25% every day through special programs such as W.I.S.E. (Waldenbooks Institutional Sales Exclusive) Corporate Program.

It only takes one visit to discover the convenience and special touches that make Waldenbooks America`s bookstore.

Homewood Suites by Hilton is part of Hilton Hotels Corporation, which is recognized internationally as a preeminent hospitality company. The company develops, owns, manages or franchises hotels, resorts and vacation ownership properties. Its portfolio includes many of the world`s best known and most highly regarded hotel brands, including Hilton(R), Conrad(TM), Doubletree(R), Embassy Suites Hotels(R), Hampton Inn(R), Hampton Inn & Suites(R), Harrison Conference Centers, Hilton Garden Inn(R), Hilton Grand Vacations Company(R) and Homewood Suites(R) by Hilton.

E-coupon is valid May 1-August 31, 2002. E-coupon must be presented at time of purchase and is valid in-store only. One e-coupon per purchase, one purchase per customer. E-coupon is not combinable with any other coupon or discount, except Preferred Reader(R) discount, and is not valid for purchase of newspapers, magazines, gift certificates, or Preferred Reader(R) membership fee. E-coupon is only valid for Homewood Suites hotel reservations made between May 1-May 31, 2002 online at www.homewoodsuites.com and e-coupon will be emailed within 14 days of date of reservation. Only one e-coupon per household, per confirmed reservation will be issued. E-coupon offers are subject to change. Program may be terminated without notice. Void where prohibited and subject to all laws, terms and conditions.

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