TRIPADVISOR RENTALS OFFERS TRAVELLERS A CHANCE AT FIRST SLEEPOVER IN THE WORLD-FAMOUS COCA-COLA LONDON EYE

London, UK, 7th March 2017:  Launching today, TripAdvisor Rentals' “Eye Spy A Home In The Sky” competition offers one winner and their guest the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to be the first people ever to spend a night in iconic London landmark, the Coca-Cola London Eye.

TripAdvisor Rentals and Wayfair have teamed together to transform the attraction into a dreamy home in the sky. Wayfair will furnish and decorate a single capsule overnight to create a secret rooftop garden with 360 degree views of one of the world's most iconic cities. This enchanting glass house atop London is bringing a whole new meaning to sleeping under the stars, and giving you your own rainforest-inspired luxury penthouse for one night only – your very own #SkyHighStay.

Although the famous landmark took its first rotation in 2000 – nearly two decades ago – and has received over 60 million visitors, no one has yet spent the night inside. This money-can't-buy prize gives the winner the chance to make history – in the comfort of a luxurious pop up holiday rental.

In addition to the night in the Coca-Cola London Eye, the prize also includes a three-night stay in a TripAdvisor rental nearby, so you can explore all the landmarks you've seen from above. This modern 3-bed home in the heart of London boasts floor-to-ceiling windows and a glass ceiling. But it's the curated decor—geometric area rugs, marble accents, a wall-mounted bike—that really sets the tone. Contemporary furnishings and vibrant artwork create a bright, airy living space, perfect for relaxing after a long day of sightseeing.

TripAdvisor Rentals spokesperson Laurel Greatrix said, “Holiday rentals are a great way to see your destination in a whole new way. To have a rental in such an iconic landmark is an extension of what TripAdvisor Rentals can offer travellers every day, whether it's a glamorous beach house, a downtown flat, a tiny home or a treehouse in the jungle. We list more than 830,000 homes across the globe, so there's plenty of choice!”

While the capsule will be decorated on the 30th, Wayfair has prepared a high-resolution mock-up, available for download here.  High res images of the Coca-Cola London Eye, and the rental for the three-night stay are available for download here.

“At Wayfair, we offer millions of home products across all styles and budgets to make it possible for anyone to bring their unique vision of home to life. We are delighted to partner with TripAdvisor Rentals to create a first-of-its-kind space in the sky,” said Nadia McCowan Hill, Style Expert, Wayfair UK. “Our design team at Wayfair forecasted that tropical greenery would be a big trend for home décor in 2017, so it made perfect sense to bring this lush look to life, transforming one of the Coca-Cola London Eye capsules into an exotic getaway. For the lucky winners, it will truly be a slice of serene paradise high above the bustling metropolis of London.”   

Enter here for the chance of a lifetime.  The winner will be selected on March 20.

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To contact the TripAdvisor Rentals Press Office, please email HolidayLettingsTeam@redconsultancy.com

NOTES TO EDITORS

Frequently Asked Questions

How to enter:

Go to our contest page and enter your information as requested.

When is the competition?

Competition is open from Tuesday, March 7 through Sunday, March 19. Winner will be chosen on Monday, March 20.

How will the winner be chosen?

One winner will be chosen at random.

Who is eligible?

Legal residents of the United States, the District of Columbia and the countries of Canada, France, Germany, Spain and the United Kingdom, who are eighteen (18) years of age or older, or at least the legal age of majority in the state/country in which they reside at the time of entry.

Be sure that you're available to travel to London, England between March 30 and April 3!

What is the Grand Prize?

Winner and one guest will receive round trip airfare to London, England, one night stay on the Coca-Cola London Eye on March 30, followed by 3 nights' stay at a TripAdvisor rental in Central London.

Accommodation and air transportation are all subject to availability. Winner and guest must travel on the same itinerary and on the same dates. See Terms and Conditions for full information.

Want to know more?

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About TripAdvisor Rentals

Travellers can search, compare and book more 830,000 properties worldwide at TripAdvisor Rentals (www.TripadvisorRentals.com). Book with payment protection to enjoy safe and secure payment.

Booking your own London getaway? Not to worry, TripAdvisor provides London Eye experiences for travelers every day. Get the royal treatment by booking the “Skip the Line” package on TripAdvisor—you'll bypass the queue with priority boarding for your rotation in a shared capsule—or the “Champagne Experience” for a special toast while you take in the view.

Travelers looking to take it to the next level can even book a private capsule on TripAdvisor. Capsules fit up to 24 guests, making it perfect for an event or special occasion.

No matter where you're heading, experience the best your destination has to offer—in addition to rentals, you can book tens of thousands of tours and attractions on TripAdvisor.

About Wayfair

Wayfair Inc. offers an extensive selection of home furnishings and décor across all styles and price points. The Wayfair family of sites includes:

• Wayfair, an online destination for all things home
• Joss & Main, where beautiful furniture and finds meet irresistible savings
• AllModern, your home for affordable modern design
• DwellStudio, a design house with a decidedly modern vibe
• Birch Lane, a collection of classic furnishings and timeless home décor

Wayfair generated $3.4 billion in net revenue for full year 2016. Headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts with operations throughout North America and Europe, the company employs more than 5,600 people.

About The London Eye

The London Eye is conceived and designed by Marks Barfield Architects.  The London Eye is centrally located in the heart of the capital, gracefully rotating over the river Thames opposite Houses of Parliament and Big Ben.  At 135m, the London Eye is the world's tallest cantilevered observation wheel; a feat of design and engineering it has become the modern symbol representing the capital and a global icon.  The experience showcases breath-taking 360 degree views of the capital and its famous landmarks and has been the number one visitor experience in the city for the past decade.

The constant and graceful movement of the London Eye gives visitors an ever-changing perspective of the best city in the world enhanced by interactive Samsung Galaxy Tab guides to assist guests with information on landmarks in several languages.  An experience on the London Eye will lift you high enough to see up to 40km and keep you close enough to see the spectacular details of the city unfolding below you.

Included in all London Eye experiences is the spectacular 4D cinema show, featuring the first ever-3D aerial footage of London and the famous London NYE fireworks.