The verdict is in! Wherever your summer excursions take you, Choice Hotels International, Inc. is officially the place to stay. Whether your summer plans include a relaxing vacation, or visiting family and friends, Choice Hotels is consistently the best value. This summer, we are offering even more to help travelers save. Don’t miss all of the fantastic ways that we are claiming our spot as “The Official Hotel of Summer™”.

Like getting free gas? From July 10th to August 11th, 2012 consumers should be sure to enter for their chance to win $50 in free gas! Just “like” Choice Hotels on Facebook, complete the contest registration form, upload your favorite vacation picture and a brief description, and you’ll be entered into our daily gas card giveaway!*

While guests are pumping their free gas, they can check out Gas Station TV (GSTV), the largest national video network at the pump, to make their summer trip is even more convenient! The dynamic map included in the Choice Hotels promos at the pump will highlight the closest Choice Hotels property to help you find your next stop along the way. Choice Hotels is also the first company to utilize GSTV’s new StarStar-enabled mobile platform. Simply dial **GSTV (**4788) to receive Choice Hotels iPhone, Android or iPad free application on the spot.

More good news for consumers: this summer, two stays pays! Travelers who book at least two separate stays for arrival between May 17th and August 15th, 2012 will be able to earn enough bonus Choice Privileges rewards points to redeem for a $50 gift card at their choice of gas stations, restaurants, retail stores, and more. Both U.S. and Canadian residents who travel throughout North America, Europe, Mexico, Central America, Australasia, and the Caribbean can participate in this promotion.**

“Choice Hotels is really The Official Hotel of Summer; not only are we offering these new promotions and giveaways to add even more value to your vacation, but we continue to offer travelers the best value with our great rooms, free breakfast, free Internet at most locations and a Best Internet Rate Guarantee,” said Alexandra Jaritz, senior vice president of brand strategy and marketing for Choice Hotels.