Marriott Rewards Members Can Upgrade Their Weekend in the Caribbean & Latin America

Marriott Rewards members can get the royal treatment for less when staying at more than 20 JW Marriott, Marriott Hotels & Resorts, Renaissance Hotels, and Marriott Executive Apartments in the Caribbean and Latin America.  From now through July 9, 2012, Marriott Rewards members receive 25 percent off weekend room rates in suites and executive level rooms, access to the executive lounge, and late checkout at 4 pm.

The promotion is valid Thursday through Sunday nights and stays must be two nights or longer.  For more information or to book, visit http://www.marriott.com/marriott/usupgradeyourstay_mrpromotion.mi.

Marriott Rewards has no blackout dates and members can earn and redeem points at more than 3,600 Marriott International hotels around the world.  Members can also redeem points for frequent flyer miles, cruises, car rentals and more. 

Participating hotels and resorts include:

Marriott Hotels & Resorts
Marriott Plaza Hotel Buenos Aires
São Paulo Airport Marriott Hotel
Santiago Marriott Hotel
Bogota Marriott Hotel
Los Sueños Marriott Ocean & Golf Resort
Costa Rica Marriott Hotel San Jose
Ixtapan de la Sal Marriott Hotel & Spa
Mexico City Marriott Reforma Hotel
Tijuana Marriott Hotel
Panama  Marriott Hotel
San Juan Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino

JW Hotels & Resorts:
JW Marriott Hotel Rio de Janeiro
JW Marriott Hotel Bogota
JW Marriott Guanacaste Resort & Spa
JW Marriott Hotel Quito
JW Marriott Hotel Mexico City
JW Marriott Hotel Caracas

Renaissance Hotels & Resorts:
Renaissance St. Croix Carambola Beach Resort & Spa
Renaissance Santo Domingo Jaragua Hotel & Casino

Marriott Rewards won the 2011 and 2010 Frequent Travel Award and 2009 Freddie Award for “Best Hotel Rewards Program” and has been named best hotel rewards program by the readers of Business Traveler, Global Traveler, Executive Travel and BusinessWeek magazines.

For information about Marriott Rewards, guests can call 1-800-450-4442 or log onto MarriottRewards.com or http://www.espanol.marriott.com/Channels/rewards/rewards-program-laca.mi.

Terms & Conditions
Registration is required. Marriott Rewards® members who register for this promotion by June 30, 2012, will earn one (1) free night award at a category 1-4 hotel after every second paid stay, made between June 1, 2012, and August 31, 2012, at a participating Marriott property. Maximum three (3) free night awards earned with this promotion per member. A 'stay' is defined as consecutive nights spent at the same hotel, regardless of check-in/check-out activity. Only one room per hotel is counted toward a member's nights or stay. An earned free night award can be redeemed for a future stay at participating Marriott Rewards category 1-4 properties for one (1) free night. Free night award will expire one (1) year after the date of issuance. An earned free night award is good for one (1) single or double occupancy standard room only and includes the cost of the hotel room and applicable room taxes only. An earned free night award will be added to the member's account within 3-5 business days after the second qualifying stay. Awards are not transferable and may not be given as a gift. This offer is not transferable. Nights spent while redeeming an award are not eligible for credit and MVCI owner-occupied weeks are not eligible for credit. Members electing to earn miles are not eligible for this promotion. Offer valid at participating hotels within the following participating brands, including JW Marriott®, EDITION®, Autograph Collection®, Renaissance® Hotels, AC Hotels by Marriott, Marriott® Hotels & Resorts, Courtyard by Marriott®, Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott®, SpringHill Suites by Marriott®, Residence Inn by Marriott®, TownePlace Suites by Marriott® and Marriott Vacation Club®. Stays at our exclusive luxury partner, The Ritz-Carlton®, will count toward achieving your bonus. All Marriott Rewards program terms and conditions apply. Visit MarriottRewardsBonus.com or call 888-MARRIOTT (627-7468) for complete details. © 2012 Marriott International, Inc.

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Meetings At Marriott Hotels in Latin America: Successful, Simple And Easy At A Single Price Per Person

Book your meeting between now and March 31, 2013 http://www.marriott.com/marriott/group_promotion2012.mi

Time invested in a meeting is more valuable than ever before, and the desire to balance this with destination experiences is becoming more and more popular. Latin American and Caribbean destinations offer an exciting and more casual atmosphere, where business can be done efficiently and recreation can offer new opportunities for learning and team building in a more relaxed setting. Whether you are from a corporation, association or an incentive groups, with Marriott’s group, meetings have never been this easy!

Between now and March 31, 2013, book your meeting at participating Marriott Hotels & Resorts, JW Marriott, Renaissance Hotels, Courtyard by Marriott Hotels, Fairfield Inn, and Marriott Executive Apartments a single price per person including:

• Room Rental
• Welcome Coffee Break (minimum of 10 people)
• Morning Coffee Break (First day)
• Lunch (First Day)
• Afternoon Coffee Break (First Day)
• Complementary projector and screen for duration of meeting
• Notes Pads and pens for all meeting participants.

“A single price per person will allow our customers to conduct their meetings in a simple and easy way while getting business priorities accomplished.  Our single price per person meeting package also will allow customers to experience great Latin American and Caribbean destinations,” said Alex Fiz, Vice President of Sales for the Caribbean and Latin America at Marriott International.
 
To book, visit http://www.marriott.com/marriott/group_promotion2012.mi and book your meeting between now and March 31, 2013 to receive the offer.

Participating Hotels
• JW Marriott Guanacaste Resort
• JW Marriott Hotel Lima
• JW Marriott Hotel Caracas
• JW Marriott Hotel Quito
• JW Marriott Hotel Rio de Janeiro
• JW Marriott Hotel Bogota
• JW Marriott Cancun Resort & Spa 
• JW Marriott Hotel Mexico City
• Renaissance Aruba Resort
• Renaissance Curacao Resort
• Renaissance Jaragua
• Renaissance La Concha San Juan Resort
• Renaissance Sao Paulo
• Renaissance Caracas La Castellana
• Aruba Marriott Resort
• Curacao Marriott
• St. Kitts Marriott
• Costa Rica Marriott Hotel
• Los Suenos Marriott Ocean & Golf Resort
• Panama Marriott Hotel
• Tegucigalpa Marriott Hotel
• Marriott Plaza Hotel Buenos Aires
• Santiago Marriott Hotel
• Venezuela Marriott Playa Grande
• Bogota Marriott Hotel
• CasaMagna Marriott Cancun Resort
• Mexico City Marriott Reforma Hotel
• CasaMagna Marriott Puerto Vallarta Resort & Spa
• Ixtapan de la Sal Marriott Hotel & Spa
• Puebla Marriott Real Hotel
• Tijuana Marriott Hotel
• Courtyard Port of Spain
• Courtyard by Marriott San Juan Miramar
• Courtyard by Marriott Bridgetown
• Courtyard by Marriott San Jose
• Courtyard San Salvador
• Courtyard by Marriott Panama MetroMall
• Courtyard by Marriott Panama Real
• Courtyard Guayaquil
• Courtyard by Marriott Monterrey Airport
• Courtyard by Marriott Monterrey San Jeronimo
• Courtyard by Marriott Toluca Airport
• Courtyard by Marriott Cancun
• Courtyard by Marriott San Luis Potosi
• Courtyard by Marriott Puebla Las Animas
• Courtyard by Marriott Mexico City Airport
• Marriott Executive Apartments Finisterre Panama
• Fairfield Inn Monterrey Airport
• Fairfield Inn Los Cabos, Mexico
• JW Marriott Santa Fe

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Rates are commissionable. Cancellation polices will apply and vary by hotel. Blackout dates apply for individual hotels. In order to quality for this promotion, groups should have a minimum of 10 people and a maximum of 50 people.  Additional Morning coffee Breaks, lunch, or afternoon coffee breaks will be quoted and billed separately.  Internet access is not included as part of this promotional offer.  Promotion may not be available at all hotels.  Promotion only available at participating hotels. Neither local taxes nor service charges or tips are not included as part of this promotional offer. Void where prohibited. © 2012 Marriott International, Inc.

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Marriott and Renaissance Caribbean & Mexico Resorts Invite Travelers to ‘Soak Up the Savings’ This Summer

Special Rates at nine exclusive resorts throughout Caribbean & Mexico.

Marriott and Renaissance Caribbean & Mexico Resorts is encouraging travelers to start planning a summer getaway with the new Soak up the Savings Event. With special rates at nine exclusive resorts in seven locations across the Caribbean and Mexico, guests can soak up the sun on pristine beaches, enjoy treatments at relaxing spas, wine and dine at an array of notable restaurants and participate in local attractions within the various destinations. Guests must stay at one of the below resorts between June 1 and September 30, 2012 and must book between May 1 and May 31, 2012. Rates start from $79 - $219 per room, per night. Travelers must use the promotion code ‘X32’ when making the reservation.*

Participating resort properties include:
• Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino
• CasaMagna Marriott Cancun Resort
• CasaMagna Marriott Puerto Vallarta Resort & Spa
• Curaçao Marriott Beach Resort & Emerald Casino
• Frenchman’s Reef & Morning Star Marriott Beach Resort
• Grand Cayman Marriott Beach Resort
• Renaissance Aruba Resort and Casino
• JW Marriott Cancun Resort & Spa
• St. Kitts Marriott Resort & The Royal Beach Casino

To book your stay, visit www.paradisebymarriott.com/soak-up-savings

Terms and Conditions  
Promotional rates are valid for reservations booked between May 1 – 31, 2012, for stays from June 1, 2012 – September 30, 2012 at participating Marriott® Hotels & Resorts, JW Marriott® Hotels & Resorts, Renaissance® Hotels & Resorts. Offer not applicable to groups of ten rooms or more. Must quote promotional code X32 to receive the promotional rate. Rates vary by resort and are per room, per night, based on availability. A limited number of rooms are available and blackout dates or other restrictions may apply. Available at participating locations only. Some hotels may not be available at the rates shown. A stay is defined as consecutive nights spent at the same hotel, regardless of check-in/check-out activity. Promotion cannot be combined with any other offer, sale promotion, or prior purchase/reservation. Void where prohibited.

Marriott and Renaissance Caribbean & Mexico Resorts
Marriott and Renaissance Caribbean & Mexico Resorts (MARCAM) represents the region’s most luxurious resort properties, each complete with chic accommodations, state-of-the-art amenities and stunning oceanfront locations. The Collection’s nine Resorts situated throughout seven destinations in the Caribbean & Mexico share elevated standards of service, style and reputation that are further magnified by participation in the MARCAM team.  Formed in 1997, MARCAM brings a refined level of awareness to this exclusive Collection of full-service properties. For more information please visit www.paradisebymarriott.com.

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JW Marriott Luxury Brand to Open New Hotel in Santo Domingo – First JW Marriott in Dominican Republic and Caribbean

Marriott International’s world-class luxury hotel brand, JW Marriott Hotels & Resorts, announced today plans to open a new 131-room JW Marriott Hotel in Santo Domingo, the capital of the Dominican Republic, in 2014. The property will be operated by Marriott under an agreement with Grupo Velutini, a Panamanian subsidiary of Fondo de Valores Inmobiliarios (FVI).

The official announcement event took place today at the hotel site inside of the Blue Mall with participants including President Leonel Fernandez; J.W. Marriott, Jr. chairman of the board, Marriott International; Luis Emilio Velutini, owner and president of Grupo Velutini; and Rob Steigerwald, chief operating officer, Americas, Marriott International.

“The Dominican Republic is a highly desirable destination for today’s luxury traveler and a growing business hub in the Caribbean,” said J.W. Marriott, Jr., chairman of the board, Marriott International. “This makes it ideally suited for our JW Marriott brand, which is now in 22 countries around the world.”

Located in the Piantini area, Santo Domingo’s primary business, commercial and residential district, the JW Marriott Santo Domingo will be located in the first seven floors of a 15-story mixed-use tower being built above the existing Blue Mall Santo Domingo, which opened in 2010 and features 20,000 square meters of commercial space over six floors, including high-end retail such as Louis Vuitton, Cartier, Salvatore Ferragamo and Carolina Herrera.

“We are thrilled to be bringing the JW Marriott brand of luxury to Santo Domingo,” said Luis Emilio Velutini, owner and president of Grupo Velutini.  “And with its prime location above the Blue Mall and in close proximity to major businesses, we know that it will be successful.”

“We are fortunate to begin this partnership with Mr. Velutini and FVI, which has one of the largest real estate portfolios in Latin America,” says Laurent de Kousemaeker, chief development officer for Marriott International, Inc. in the Caribbean & Latin America “We currently have two other hotels in Santo Domingo and believe that the JW Marriott luxury brand will be very well received in the city.”

In addition to 131 guest rooms and suites, the hotel will feature a three-meal-a-day restaurant, a lobby bar and lounge and a pool snack bar.  It will have 589 square meters of meeting space, including a ballroom and two smaller rooms; as well as a fitness center and swimming pool.

The primary architect for the project is Gomez Vasques Aldana Asociados, a well-known Mexican firm with extensive experience in the hospitality industry throughout Latin America and in Santo Domingo.
“Each JW Marriott delivers a warm, authentic, relaxed and elegant environment that is unique to the luxury segment,” said Mitzi Gaskins, vice president, JW Marriott brand management, Marriott International.  “The JW brand continues to grow and we are excited to add this hotel in Santo Domingo -- the first Caribbean hotel in our global portfolio.”

NOTE: The statements about the future additions of hotels are “forward looking statements" within the meaning of federal securities laws, not historical facts, and are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties, including supply and demand changes for hotel rooms; competitive conditions in the lodging industry; relationships with clients and property owners; the availability of capital to finance hotel growth; and other risk factors identified in Marriott International, Inc.'s most recent annual report on Form 10-K; any of which could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed in or implied by our statements. These statements are made as of the date of this press release, and we undertake no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

About JW Marriott
JW Marriott is part of Marriott International’s luxury portfolio and consists of beautiful properties in gateway cities and distinctive resort locations around the world. These elegant hotels cater to today’s sophisticated, self-assured travelers, offering them the quiet luxury they seek in a warmly authentic, relaxed atmosphere lacking in pretense. JW Marriott properties artfully provide highly crafted, anticipatory experiences that are reflective of their locale so that their guests have the time to focus on what is most important to them. Currently, there are 53 JW Marriott hotels in 22 countries; by 2015 the portfolio will encompass 80 properties in 29 countries. www.marriott.com/jw-marriott/travel.mi.

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Experience 20 Latin American Cities Before The End Of 2012

Find the new Weekend “Game Plan” promotion from Marriott International, at http://www.marriott.com/marriott/20citiestovisit.mi.

Have you ever wanted to see a tango show in Buenos Aires, swim with dolphins in Cancun, go salsa dancing in Old San Juan, visit the Panama Canal, see the Aztec ruins outside of Mexico City, or take a surfing lesson in Costa Rica? Marriott International makes it easier for travelers to explore all that Latin America has to offer and plan their weekend getaways with the new “game plan” program.

“Latin America has a wealth of fantastic tourist destinations – either for leisure weekend getaways or extended business trip”, said Alex Fiz, Vice President of Sales for the Caribbean and Latin America at Marriott International. “By creating the Weekend Game Plan program, we have made it easier for our guests to experience these destinations and all of the great experiences they have to offer.”

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Between now and December 31st, book your room for a minimum of two nights, for Thursday through Sunday stays, at participating JW Marriott Hotels & Resorts, Renaissance Hotels, Marriott Hotels & Resorts, Courtyard by Marriott, Fairfield Inn and Marriott Executive Apartments and receive:

• Complementary dinner for two on the night of arrival
• Breakfast included during the weekend stay
• 4 p.m. Late check out

To book, visit http://www.marriott.com/marriott/20citiestovisit.mi and use the promotional code W34 to receive the offer. Stays must be booked now thru December 31, 2012.

JW Marriott Hotels & Resorts  
• JW Marriott Hotel Mexico City, Mexico
• JW Marriott Hotel Quito, Ecuador
• JW Marriott Hotel Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
• JW Marriott Hotel Lima, Peru
• JW Marriott Hotel Caracas, Venezuela
• JW Marriott Guanacaste Resort & Spa, Costa Rica
• JW Marriott Hotel Bogota, Colombia

Marriott Hotels & Resorts: 
• Marriott Buenos Aires Plaza Hotel, Argentina
• Costa Rica Marriott Hotel, Costa Rica
• San Juan Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino, Puerto Rico
• Santiago Marriott Hotel, Chile
• Panama City Marriott Hotel, Panama
• Marriott Puebla Real Hotel, Puebla, Mexico
• Sao Paulo Airport Marriott, Brazil
• Tegucigalpa Marriott Hotel, Honduras
• Tijuana Marriott Hotel, Mexico
• Mexico City Marriott Hotel Reforma, Mexico
• Bogota Marriott Hotel, Colombia
• Aguascaliente Marriott Hotel, Mexico

Renaissance Hotels & Resorts:  
• Renaissance Sao Paulo Hotel, Brazil
• Renaissance Jaragua Hotel and Casino, Dominican Republic
• Renaissance La Concha Resort, Puerto Rico
• Renaissance Caracas La Castellana Hotel, Venezuela

Courtyard by Marriott: 
• Courtyard by Marriott Monterrey, Mexico
• Courtyard by Marriott San Jose, Costa Rica
• Courtyard by Marriott Isla Verde, Puerto Rico
• Courtyard by Marriott Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic
• Courtyard by Marriott Port of Spain, Trinidad
• Courtyard by Marriott Panama Real Hotel, Panama City, Panama
• Courtyard by Marriott Toluca, Mexico
• Courtyard by Marriott Monterrey San Jeronimo, Mexico
• Courtyard by Marriott San Juan Miramar, Puerto Rico
• Courtyard by Marriott San Salvador, El Salvador
• Courtyard by Marriott Cancun Airport Hotel, Mexico
• Courtyard by Marriott Aguadilla, Puerto Rico
• Courtyard by Marriott Puebla, Mexico
• Courtyard by Marriott Paramaribo, Suriname
• Courtyard by Marriott Guayaquil, Ecuador
• Courtyard by Marriott Bridgetown, Barbados

Marriott Executive Apartments   
• Marriott Executive Apartments Sao Paulo, Brazil

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott  
• Fairfield Inn Los Cabos, Cabo San Lucas, Mexico 
• Fairfield Inn Monterrey Airport, Mexico

Please visit the program site for further information: http://www.marriott.com/marriott/20citiestovisit.mi

To make your reservation process even easier, download our free Marriott Mobile App in Spanish for iPhone, Android or Blackberry at: http://www.espanol.marriott.com/marriott/mobile-apps.mi

TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Offer valid for stays thru December 31st at participating JW Marriott Resorts & Hotels, Renaissance Hotels & Resort, Marriott Hotels & Resorts, Courtyard by Marriott, Fairfield Inn, Residence Inn and Marriott Executive Apartments. Must reserve with the program code W34 to receive offer. Two night stay required.  A stay is defined as three consecutive nights spent at the same hotel, regardless of check-in/check-out activity. Program cannot be combined with any other offer, sale Program, or prior purchase/reservation. Void where prohibited. A limited number of rooms are available and blackout dates or other restrictions may apply. Participating locations only.  Some hotels may not be available at the rates shown.
© 2012 Marriott International, Inc.

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Marriott Aims To Double Footprint In The Caribbean And Latin America By 2017

More than 70 additional hotels and 14,000 new jobs planned in the next five years.

Heralding a "golden age of travel," Marriott International (NYSE:MAR) plans to double the number of hotels in the Caribbean and Latin America within the next five years. Arne Sorenson, the new CEO of Marriott International, will make the announcement today at the Americas CEO Summit in Cartagena, Colombia, adding that the number of jobs at Marriott hotels in the region is expected to increase from 13,000 to 27,000 by the end of 2017.

The company also said it expects to double its presence in Colombia with the additions of Marriott hotels in both Cartagena and Cali.

This year’s hotel openings in the region showcase the company's broad portfolio of top brands, including the first Ritz-Carlton Reserve in the Americas at Dorado Beach, Puerto Rico to the JW Marriott in Cusco, Peru and the Courtyard by Marriott at Mexico City Airport.
Currently, Marriott has 35 hotels signed and under development in the Caribbean and Latin America.  These include The Ritz-Carlton, Aruba, The Ritz-Carlton, Panama City (Panama), JW Marriott Cusco (Peru), Port-au-Prince Marriott Hotel (Haiti) and the Renaissance Santiago (Chile).  By 2017, Marriott envisions its portfolio in the region rising to over 140 hotels and 30,000 rooms either opened or in the development pipeline.

Today, Marriott International is represented with 69 hotels in 25 countries in the Caribbean and Latin America. Nine of Marriott’s 18 brands are currently represented in the region:  The Ritz-Carlton and JW Marriott (luxury); Marriott Hotels & Resorts (upscale); Renaissance Hotels and Autograph Collection (lifestyle); Courtyard by Marriott (upper moderate);  Marriott Executive Apartments and Residence Inn by Marriott (extended stay); and Fairfield by Marriott (moderate).

“Latin America is booming, in terms of economic growth and political and institutional stability, which is creating a promising business climate,” said Mr. Sorenson, whose title is president and CEO. “The rising middle class throughout the region is eager to travel to new places and do business on the road. Worldwide, we're seeing a golden age of travel, and Latin America is at the forefront.  This, when combined with the strong performance and preference of our brands in the gateway markets, provides tremendous opportunity for Marriott's world class brands and service."

“This is an exciting time for hotel development in Latin America; the growing regional demand and broadening market, combined with the lack of consistent domestic hotel product and service, represents a large opportunity to develop upscale branded hotels as well as multi-unit moderate tier development platforms with local partners in the region,” said Laurent De Kousemaeker, chief development officer, Caribbean and Latin American Region, for Marriott International.

Note: The statements about the numbers of new hotels and rooms we expect to add by 2017 are “forward looking statements" within the meaning of federal securities laws, not historical facts, and are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties, including the continuation and pace of the economic recovery; supply and demand changes for hotel rooms; competitive conditions in the lodging industry; relationships with clients and property owners; the availability of capital to finance hotel growth and refurbishment; and other risk factors identified in our most recent annual report on Form 10-K; any of which could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed in or implied by our statement. These statements are made as of the date of this press release, and we undertake no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

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Marriott Leaders Visit Future Haiti Hotel Site

Andrew Houghton, Marriott's area vice president for the Caribbean, along with executives of Digicel Haiti greet Stephanie Balmir-Villedrouin, Haiti's Minister of Tourism, at a reception hosted by Marriott in Port-au-Prince.  Marriott's regional operations team visited Haiti the week of March 12th to  discuss plans for the Port-au-Prince Marriott Hotel with the hotel's ownership group, Digicel Haiti, and to meet with local business, industry and community leaders.  The hotel is slated to open in 2014, with construction commencing later this year.

Pictured (left to right) Aidan Killeen, Digicel business development; Damian Blackburn, CEO, Digicel Haiti; Haiti's Minister of Tourism Stephanie Balmir-Villedrouin; Andrew Houghton; Maarten Boute, outgoing CEO & Director, Digicel Haiti; and Richard Strappe, Investment Director, Island Capital.

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Marriott and Renaissance Caribbean & Mexico Resorts Invite Travelers to 'Wind Down and Warm Up' This Spring

Guests Receive 25 Percent Off Leisure Rates and a Daily $50 Resort Credit.

Marriott and Renaissance Caribbean & Mexico Resorts is encouraging travelers to leave winter behind and start spring off a few degrees warmer with the new Wind Down and Warm Up Event.  With savings of 25 percent and a daily resort credit of $50, travelers have a choice of nine exclusive resorts in seven ice-melting locations across the Caribbean and Mexico. A minimum three-night stay between April 15 and June 30, 2012 is required and guests must book between March 1 and March 31, 2012. Travelers must use the promotion code ‘LLF’ when making the reservation.*

Participating resort properties include:
• Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino
• CasaMagna Marriott Cancun Resort
• CasaMagna Marriott Puerto Vallarta Resort & Spa
• Curaçao Marriott Beach Resort & Emerald Casino
• Frenchman’s Reef & Morning Star Marriott Beach Resort
 • Grand Cayman Marriott Beach Resort
• Renaissance Aruba Resort and Casino
• JW Marriott Cancun Resort & Spa
• St. Kitts Marriott Resort & The Royal Beach Casino

To book your stay, visit http://paradisebymarriott.com/wind-down-and-warm-up.

*Participating travelers must book March 1 through March 31, for stays April 15 through June 30, 2012.  Minimum three-night stay is required. Resort credit is per room, per night and has no cash value; it cannot be used toward room and tax charges and there are no refunds for the unused credit.  Limited number of rooms are available for this promotion.  Tax is additional.   Offer does not apply to groups of 10 or more rooms.  Offer cannot be combined with any other promotions.  Rates are per room, per night and based on availability at the time of reservations. Promotional rate quoted includes the property specific percent discount off of the regular room rate. Blackout dates may apply and other restrictions apply.

Marriott and Renaissance Caribbean & Mexico Resorts:
Marriott and Renaissance Caribbean & Mexico Resorts (MARCAM) represents the region’s most luxurious resort properties, each complete with chic accommodations, state-of-the-art amenities and stunning oceanfront locations. The Collection’s nine Resorts situated throughout seven destinations in the Caribbean & Mexico share elevated standards of service, style and reputation that are further magnified by participation in the MARCAM team.  Formed in 1997, MARCAM brings a refined level of awareness to this exclusive Collection of full-service properties. For more information please visit www.paradisebymarriott.com.

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Marriott Rewards You For Saying “I Do” At 42 Hotels & Resorts

Return of popular Vow to Get Away Promotion at www.marriott.com/vowtogetaway.

Marriott International announced today the re-launch of the popular Vow to Get Away at Marriott promotion, offering up to 150,000 Marriott Rewards ® points for destination weddings booked at 42 participating resorts. Participating hotels include JW Marriott Hotels & Resorts, Marriott Hotels & Resorts and Renaissance Hotels in the Caribbean, Mexico, Costa Rica, Florida, Hawaii, Arizona and California, providing professional wedding planners, catering and event staff ready to serve and stunning locations for that most important day. [Photo: A sparkling wedding on the beach at Marco Island Marriott Beach Resort, Golf Club & Spa.]

According to the 2011 BRIDES American Wedding Study, one in ten engaged couples (15%) have a destination wedding. Of those having a destination wedding, they are staying an average of 6 days/nights on location and their guests are staying 3 days/nights.

To qualify for the Marriott Rewards points, enough for a six-night stay at your choice of luxury locations, your destination wedding package must have a minimum catering budget of $25,000 for Friday – Saturday events or a minimum catering budget of $12,000 for Sunday – Thursday events. Weddings must be booked by December 1, 2012 and held by December 31, 2013 to be eligible. For more information, visit www.marriott.com/vowtogetaway.
To generate buzz in the first month and a half of the year-long promotion, Marriott is running a Marriott Honeymoon Starter Giveaway on its Marriott Honeymoon Registry Facebook page, offering a prize of $2,500 Marriott Gift Card to one lucky fan, selected at random. Visit http://www.facebook.com/marriotthoneymoonregistry between February 15 and April 1, 2012, to enter and for giveaway terms and conditions.

"We are definitely seeing an increase in destination weddings at our hotels and resorts as more brides discover the ease of planning a reception at a hotel, where everything is under one roof, and the joy of being married in a spectacular location that all their guests can enjoy," said Meltem Priest, vice president of marketing and ecommerce, Americas for Marriott International resort and convention hotels. "And destination weddings do not have to cost any more than a hometown event."

For trends in destination weddings, just ask one of Marriott’s certified wedding planners and catering specialists.

“We have noticed a trend that our destination weddings are getting smaller and much higher end, especially with décor. For example, a number of outdoor terrace weddings have gone with themes to enhance the already spectacular backdrop,” said Dean Peters, market sales leader for catering, for Marriott properties in Florida. “We are also finding that couples are not planning every detail of their guests’ itinerary. If you choose a location with a lot of activities, they will explore on their own. Remember, they are on vacation, too.”

For more information on booking your wedding with the Vow to Get Away with Marriott promotion, visit http://www.marriott.com/hotel-promotions/vowtogetaway.mi. For terms and conditions of the Marriott Honeymoon Starter Giveaway, visit http://www.facebook.com/marriotthoneymoonregistry.

Visit Marriott International, Inc. (NYSE: MAR) for company information. For more information or reservations, please visit our web site at www.marriott.com, and for the latest company news, visit www.marriottnewscenter.com.

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Deals of the Week

"Leap Into Love" at Renaissance Boson Waterfront

Batter Up! Take Me Out to the Ballgame in Arizona

Chicago Suite Life Package at JW Marriott Chicago
 

Soak up the sunshine & save in Mexico this winter with this hotel and airfare deal

Ski the Powder - Escape Ski Package in Boulder

“Leap Into Love” at Renaissance Boston Waterfront
Celebrate 2/29 with $229 Romantic Escape Throughout February
Let romance reign all month long at Renaissance Boston Waterfront Hotel with the “Leap Into Love” package.  In honor of the leap year, traveling twosomes can fall head over heels for an aphrodisiac-packed getaway, complete with bubbly, bivalves, and a soul soothing massage for two.  The “Leap Into Love” package components include:

• Champagne toast for two and a dozen, freshly-shucked oysters in Capiz
• Map of the best places to kiss in Boston
• A 45 minute couples massage in the on-site spa room
• Deluxe overnight accommodations
• Complimentary use of the health club and lap pool

The “Leap Into Love” package is available from Feb 1 - 29, 2012.  Rates start at $229 per night.  Reservations can be made at www.RenaissanceBoston.com by entering promotional code LUV or by calling 1-800-HOTELS1 and asking for the “Leap Into Love” package.  Package does not include tax, parking or gratuities.  This promotion is not valid for groups of 10 or more.  Blackout dates may apply.

Batter Up! Take Me Out to the Ballgame in Arizona!
Planning a trip to Arizona for a 2012 spring training game?  Book early and save to have tons of fun at the Salt River Fields Stadium.

The Salt River Fields Stadium is home of the Arizona Diamondbacks and the Colorado Rockies.  Our Marriott Arizona hotels are also centrally located near the Cactus League stadiums. When you stay at one of our participating hotels this spring to enjoy a baseball game you can also discover restaurants, boutique shops and wonderful warm weather!

Take me out to the ballgame

This offer includes:
 • Deluxe accommodations
 • Baseball and Sharpie pen
 • Package of Topps Baseball Cards
 • Bag of peanuts and Cracker Jacks
 • Bottle of water

Take Me Out to the Ballgame package rates start at $94.

Reservations
Be sure that promotional code SPE appears in the Corporate/Promotional code box when making your online reservation, or call 1-800-228-9290 in the US and ask for promotional code SPE.  For toll-free numbers outside the US please click here.
Valid through:   April 1, 2012
Promotional Code:   SPE  

Chicago Suite Life Package at JW Marriott Chicago
Life is "Suite" in Chicago! With this three day get-away, experience the best of Chicago as only the JW Marriott Chicago can provide.
• Rates from:   $1,747 - $1,907
• Valid Through:   February 29, 2012
PROMOTIONAL CODE:  ARN
Package includes:
 • Luxury one-bedroom king suite
 • Breakfast daily for two at Via or through
    room service
 • Two spa treatments per stay at Valeo
 • Two baseball or hockey tickets
 • Two Chicago "Go Card" passes
 • $100 Macy's gift card
 
Reservations
Be sure that promotional code ARN appears in the Corporate/Promotional code box when making your online reservation, or call 1-800-228-9290 in the US and ask for promotional code ARN.  For toll-free numbers outside the US please click here.

Terms and Conditions
Valid seven days a week through 2/29/12.  Package is priced for three nights.  A minimum of three nights must be reserved to receive package.  Rate will not be pro-rated if less nights are stayed.  Limited number of rooms are available for this promotion.  Tax is additional.  Offer does not apply to groups of 10 or more rooms.  Offer cannot be combined with any other promotions.  Blackout dates may apply.  Advance reservations required.  Other restrictions apply.  Rates are per stay and based on availability at the time of reservations.

Soak up the sunshine & save in Mexico this winter with this hotel and airfare deal
Load up on the sunscreen, grab your swimsuit and take advantage of this spectacular Mexico vacation offer. Airfare and four nights start at just $499* - giving you a chance to enjoy the legendary food, hospitality and warmth of Mexico. 

You can spend all day on the beaches, explore ancient ruins, or just catch up on your rest and relaxation in your room. It’s your vacation so it’s your choice.
Choose from one of our many beautiful hotels and resorts.

Ski the Powder - Escape Ski Package in Boulder
This package is available on weekends and weekdays, for a studios suite with a king bed, living area, full kitchen and bath or a penthouse suite with a king bed room and full private bath, a queen loft with a second full private bath, a common living area and full kitchen.  Package ranges from $195
This package includes:
 • Breakfast buffet every morning
 • Two adult lift tickets per day

Reservations
Be sure that promotional code SKI appears in the Corporate/Promotional code box when making your online reservation, or call 1-800-228-9290 in the US and ask for promotional code SKI.  For toll-free numbers outside the US please click here.
• Valid through:   April 7, 2012
• Promotional Code:   SKI   

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