MCLEAN, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Hilton Hotels is giving global travelers and Formula One (F1) fans a chance to have their questions answered by Lewis Hamilton, the youngest world champion in the sport’s history. The official hotel partner of the Vodafone McLaren Mercedes Formula One Team, Hilton is hosting “An Audience with Lewis Hamilton,” an exclusive Q&A session with Hamilton as the Grand Prix season arrives in the United Kingdom. Fans can submit questions online at www.hiltonglobalmediacenter.com/AskLewis through July 3.

Hamilton will field selected questions July 6, just days before engines rev at the Santander British Grand Prix. Hilton will publish video of the event and fans can follow Hamilton’s responses in real time via the official Hilton Twitter feed - @HiltonOnline.

Hilton Hotels is also helping its guests get closer to the thrill of racing with exclusive Grand Prix packages available at any of the Hilton brand's 26 Grand Prix hotels across the globe. In partnership with Thomas Cook Sport, fans can book hotel rooms, air travel and race tickets through www.hilton.com/racing. Hilton serves more countries than any other upscale brand, with more than 530 hotels and resorts in 76 countries, and allows motorsport fans to enjoy Hilton hospitality at upcoming F1 events in Spain, Great Britain, Hungary, Belgium, Italy, Singapore and Abu Dhabi.

For the ultimate race experience, Hilton is offering Hilton HHonors members a chance to bid on a VIP trip to Grand Prix races around the world through online auctions. Remaining auctions include: Singapore (auction open August 16 - 29), São Paulo (auction open September 16 - 30), and Abu Dhabi (auction open September 27 - October 10). HHonors points used in all winning bids will be converted into donations to a global charity.

Formula One is the highest class of motor racing sanctioned by the Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA) and its season contains 19 races across multiple continents. The 2010 Vodafone McLaren Mercedes F1 Team is led by Hamilton and the reigning world champion, Jenson Button.

Motorsports enthusiasts should continue to check www.hilton.com/racing for exclusive videos, giveaways, race news and other interactive features throughout the entire race season. Fans can keep up with Hilton Racing throughout the F1 season through official Hilton social media channels on Facebook (www.facebook.com/Hilton) and Twitter (www.twitter.com/HiltonOnline).

About Hilton Hotels

Hilton Hotels is the stylish, forward-thinking global leader of hospitality that welcomes guests in more countries than any other full-service hotel brand. The Hilton brand currently includes more than 530 hotels and resorts in 76 countries, and plans to serve travelers in 80 countries by the end of 2011. By offering innovative products, services and amenities, Hilton enables travelers to be at their best 24/7, whether traveling for business or leisure. Start your journey at www.hilton.com.

About Hilton Worldwide

Hilton Worldwide is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For 91 years, Hilton Worldwide has been offering business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. The company is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands. Its brands are comprised of more than 3,600 hotels and 592,000 rooms in 81 countries and include Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, Conrad Hotels & Resorts, Hilton, Doubletree, Embassy Suites Hotels, Hilton Garden Inn, Hampton Hotels, Homewood Suites by Hilton, Home2 Suites by Hilton and Hilton Grand Vacations. The company also manages the world-class guest reward program Hilton HHonors®.

For more information about the company, please visit www.hiltonworldwide.com

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