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Crewfare Rethinks Fan Travel for 2026 While Giving Back to Host Cities

SEATTLE — As the U.S.A. prepares to host the most highly anticipated global soccer tournament in 2026, Crewfare is making fan travel easier than ever with a dedicated hotel booking platform that streamlines travel, unlocks exclusive rates, and gives back to the communities welcoming the world.

Through the platform, attendees can access a curated selection of hotels located near fan events, stadiums, and key venues, all at the best available advance rates. Crewfare is working with select host cities to provide trusted hotel options for fans that also give back to the community.

In a unique effort to connect travel with impact, every room night booked through Crewfare supports a local initiative selected by each host city – ranging from youth programs and education to housing, environmental projects, and community development.

Beyond simplifying hotel bookings, Crewfare is helping fans experience the full depth of each city’s moment on the world stage. Starting in Los Angeles with the opening of the U.S.A. leg, the journey moves north to the San Francisco Bay Area and Seattle, then heads east to Dallas, Atlanta, and Miami. Fans can move seamlessly from city to city, knowing Crewfare has done the work to secure the best places so they can sit back and enjoy the match-day excitement.

Key Highlights:
● Best Hotel Rates, Wherever You Choose – Lock in exclusive deals at your preferred hotel near stadiums and fan zones across the city throughout the full match schedule.
● Curated Listings in Major U.S.A. Host Cities – Including Seattle, San Francisco Bay Area, Los Angeles, Dallas, Atlanta, and Miami – each offering a range of hotels across budgets, distances, and styles, hand-picked for proximity, convenience, and quality.
● Flexible Payment Options – Book now and pay later with flexible payment plans, plus access refundable hotel rates for added peace of mind while planning your trip
● Every Stay Supports a Local Cause – When you book a hotel in a host city, Crewfare donates $2 from your stay to that city’s chosen nonprofit or community initiative, such as: ○ Los Angeles: Los Angeles Sports & Entertainment Commission○ San Francisco Bay Area: BAHC Foundation ○ Seattle: PDA: Purpose. Dignity. Action. ○ Atlanta: Boys & Girls Club of Georgia ○ Dallas: North Texas Sports Foundation ○ Miami: Parks Foundation of Miami-Dade

“Fans want simplicity and value, while host cities want visibility, reach, and impact,” said Jason van Esso, Founder and CEO of Crewfare. “By teaming up with select host cities, Crewfare provides hotel options that deliver all of that in one place. We’ve built a booking platform that doubles as a community-focused experience engine making travel easy for fans while giving back to every city along the way.”

“Visit Seattle is excited to partner with Crewfare as we prepare to welcome fans from around the world this summer,” said Visit Seattle President & CEO Tammy Canavan. “Crewfare’s community-focused platform gives our visitors a simple and cost-effective way to book their stay, while also supporting our downtown neighborhood and making a lasting impact.”

Fans can explore hotel options today at crewfare.com/book/2026-kickoff, with new cities and room blocks launching weekly.

About Crewfare

Crewfare is a travel technology company reimagining how group travel is booked and managed for large-scale events. With a network of 50,000+ hotels and proprietary tools for sourcing, packaging, and performance tracking, Crewfare powers smarter travel for attendees, organizers, and destination partners worldwide.

About Visit Seattle:

Visit Seattle has served as the official destination marketing organization (DMO) for Seattle and King County for more than 50 years. A 501(c)(6) organization, Visit Seattle enhances the economic prosperity of the region through global destination branding along with competitive programs and campaigns in leisure travel marketing, convention sales, and overseas tourism development. Visit visitseattle.org.