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Marriott International Opens the all-new 172 room Four Points by Sheraton Nairobi Airport

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NAIROBI, Kenya, 2017-Nov-07 — /Travel PR News/ — POINT 1:  Marriott International, Inc. today announced the opening of its second hotel in the “World’s Wildlife Capital”, Four Points by Sheraton Nairobi Airport, further consolidating its presence in Kenya. Strategically situated within the main complex of the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, the hotel is within easy reach from major… Read the full press release

Marriott International opens Four Points by Sheraton Arusha, The Arusha Hotel in Tanzania

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Tanzania, 2017-Oct-27 — /Travel PR News/ — POINT 1: Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) today announced the opening of Four Points by Sheraton Arusha, The Arusha Hotel, marking the debut of the brand into Tanzania. Founded in 1894, The Arusha Hotel, has emerged as a city landmark playing host to many dignitaries and well known personalities over… Read the full press release

Marriott International in Asia Pacific collectively raised $421,000 during its Run to Give Hotel Charity campaign

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Close to 32,500 Supporters Came Together at Various Locations Across Asia Pacific Hong Kong, 2017-Oct-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International in Asia Pacific today announced that close to $421,000 was collectively raised from Run to Give Hotel Charity Runs that took place in 115 locations on September 24, 2017 across Asia Pacific. Now… Read the full press release

Marriott International announces the appointment of Rena Hozore Reiss as Executive Vice President and General Counsel

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Bethesda, MD, 2017-Oct-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) today announced the appointment of Rena Hozore Reiss as Executive Vice President and General Counsel, reporting to President and Chief Executive Officer Arne Sorenson and serving as a member of the company’s executive team. Ms. Reiss, who was most recently Executive Vice President,… Read the full press release

Marriott International announces the retirement of its EVP and general counsel Ed Ryan

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Bethesda, MD, 2017-Oct-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Following a distinguished career of over 21 years, the last 11 years as general counsel, Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) announced today that executive vice president and general counsel Ed Ryan will retire from the position. Ed will continue as general counsel through early December, at which… Read the full press release

Marriott International announces Sheraton Grand Hotel in Lahore scheduled to open in 2021

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The 168-room hotel marks the company’s debut in Lahore Dubai, UAE, 2017-Oct-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc. announced an agreement with Imperium Hospitality to open a Sheraton Grand Hotel in Lahore – marking the company’s first hotel in Pakistan’s key gateway city. Scheduled to open in 2021, the hotel will carry the… Read the full press release

Marriott International opens dual-branded hotel Le Méridien and AC Hotels by Marriott in downtown Denver

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With the Highest Open-Air Rooftop Bar in Denver, the Dual-Branded Hotel Complex Brings an Elevated Approach to Design and Dining in the Mile High City Bethesda, MD, 2017-Sep-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc. today announced the anticipated opening of the dual-branded hotel development in downtown Denver, bringing two lauded European-inspired brands to… Read the full press release

Marriott International named to the Forbes 2017 World’s Most Innovative Companies list

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Bethesda, MD, 2017-Aug-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc., was recently named to the Forbes 2017 World’s Most Innovative Companies list, joining the ranks of Tesla, Amazon and Netflix.  Forbes’ proprietary evaluation ranks companies according to their “innovation premium” or the difference between their market capitalization and the net present value of cash flows… Read the full press release

Marriott International set to start construction of JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek Resort

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Marriott International set to start construction of JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek Resort   Bethesda, MD, 2017-Aug-07 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International (NASDAQ: MAR) announced today (08/03/2017) that construction will begin in the fourth quarter on the 16-story, $282 million JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek Resort, which will provide Orlando visitors a new… Read the full press release

Marriott International named one of the Best Workplaces for Millennials, by Great Place to Work and FORTUNE magazine

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Bethesda, MD, 2017-Aug-03 — /Travel PR News/ — For the second year in a row, Marriott International has been named one of the Best Workplaces for Millennials, by global research and consulting firm Great Place to Work and FORTUNE magazine, landing in the top 20 at #14.  See the full results here.  This announcement comes on the… Read the full press release

Marriott International and Mori Trust Group open five distinct Marriott Hotels across Japan

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Marriott International and Mori Trust Group open five distinct Marriott Hotels across Japan   Tokyo, Japan, 2017-Aug-01 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) and Japan’s leading lodging company Mori Trust Group today proudly announced the grand opening of five distinct Marriott Hotels across Japan, broadening the spectrum on the country’s scenic… Read the full press release

Marriott International announces the opening of the Four Points by Sheraton Venice Mestre

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Milan, Italy, 2017-Jul-20 — /Travel PR News/ — POINT 1: Marriott International Inc. (NASDAQ:MAR) today (07/18/2017) announces the opening of the Four Points by Sheraton Venice Mestre as part of a franchise agreement with the Italian management company DHotels. Located in the urban area of Mestre, the hotel represents a strategic conversion following a complete renovation… Read the full press release

Marriott International announces the opening of Fairfield by Marriott Nanning Nanhu Park

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Marriott International announces the opening of Fairfield by Marriott Nanning Nanhu Park   Nanning, China, 2017-Jul-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) today (07/11/2017) announced the debut of the FairfieldSM by Marriott® brand in Greater China with the opening of Fairfield by Marriott Nanning Nanhu Park, marking the first opening among more… Read the full press release

W Hotels launches hotel industry’s first ever video game, Belle the Bear to power up the forthcoming opening of W Bellevue

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Bethesda, Maryland, 2017-Jun-17 — /Travel PR News/ — To power up the forthcoming opening of W Bellevue, W Hotels Worldwide, part of Marriott International (NASDAQ: MAR), is taking the hotel guest experience to the next level – literally. With the brand’s newest hotel set in the heart of one of the country’s renowned tech hubs,… Read the full press release

Marriott International to support Asian University for Women (AUW)

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Marriott International pledges to support a total of 100 students at the Asian University for Women Marriott will provide mentorships, internships, fundraising scholarship and jobs over two years Bethesda, Maryland, 2017-Jun-17 — /Travel PR News/ — As part of its global commitment to develop and empower future women leaders, Marriott International (NASDAQ: MAR) today announced… Read the full press release

Marriott International to open nearly 80 hotels in Asia Pacific in 2017

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HONG KONG, 2017-Jun-16 — /Travel PR News/ — On the back of a strong first quarter, Marriott International (NASDAQ: MAR) today announced that 2017 is on track for a progressive year in Asia Pacific with nearly 80 hotels targeted to open, bringing 19,000 new rooms to the region. Additionally, the company will debut two brands in Asia Pacific offering guests… Read the full press release

Marriott International to grow Delta Hotels globally to major gateway cities

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Bethesda, Md., 2017-Jun-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Delta Hotels by Marriott announced today an aggressive growth plan that aims to double the brand’s growth in the next two years, following the full-service hotel brand’s acquisition by Marriott International (NASDAQ: MAR) in 2015. Then at 30 properties solely in Canada, the brand’s rapid ascension now… Read the full press release

Marriott International Launches Global Movement #LoveTravels To Spread Awareness of the LGBTQ Homeless Youth Community

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Marriott International Launches Global Movement #LoveTravels To Spread Awareness of the LGBTQ Homeless Youth Community   BETHESDA, Md., 2017-Jun-13 — /Travel PR News/ — In the United States, nearly 4 in 10 American youths experiencing homelessness identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender* and the number has been rising for the past decade. Marriott International (NASDAQ:… Read the full press release

Marriott International to present at the 2017 Goldman Sachs Lodging, Gaming, Restaurant and Leisure Conference

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Bethesda, Md., 2017-Jun-01 — /Travel PR News/ — Leeny Oberg, executive vice president and chief financial officer at Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ:MAR), will speak at the 2017 Goldman Sachs Lodging, Gaming, Restaurant and Leisure Conference, to be held on Tuesday, June 6.  Ms. Oberg’s presentation will be at approximately 12:50 p.m., Eastern Time, and will… Read the full press release

Marriott International Debuts Eco-Conscious Element Hotel Brand in Kuala Lumpur

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Bethesda, Md., 2017-May-07 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ:MAR) announces the debut of the Element Hotels brand to Southeast Asia, with the opening of Element Kuala Lumpur. Designed by globally-acclaimed architects Foster+Partners the welcoming, open-planned studios along with the single and multi-room suites are ideal for larger groups and extended stay travellers…. Read the full press release

Marriott International Unveils Comprehensive Expansion of Its Modular Construction Initiative

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Company Expects to Sign 50 Select Brand Hotel Deals in North America in 2017 that Incorporate Prefabricated Rooms Bethesda, Md., 2017-May-07 — /Travel PR News/ — In an industry first, Marriott International (NASDAQ: MAR) today unveiled a comprehensive expansion to its initiative to drive adoption of modular construction of hotels in North America. In addition, the… Read the full press release

10 awards for Marriott Rewards and Starwood Preferred Guest at the 29th annual Freddie Awards

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Bethesda, Md., 2017-May-01 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott Rewards and Starwood Preferred Guest (SPG) took home a combined 10 awards last night, at the 29th annual Freddie Awards, including Promotion of the Year for “Day 1 Linking of Accounts,” and Program of the Year. Marriott International’s trio of loyalty programs, Marriott Rewards which includes… Read the full press release

Marriott International to debut its Four Points brand in New Zealand in late 2017

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Bethesda, Md., 2017-Mar-28 — /Travel PR News/ — POINT 1 Marriott International today announced it expects to debut its booming Four Points brand in New Zealand with the opening of Four Points by Sheraton Auckland in late 2017. Owned by Russell Property Group and Lockwood Auckland Properties, the 255-room hotel will be located in the… Read the full press release

Marriott International presented with the 2016 Company of the Year Award from LATINA Style

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Bethesda, Md., 2017-Feb-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International (NASDAQ:MAR) today received the 2016 Company of the Year Award from LATINA Style at its LATINA Style 50 Awards Luncheon Ceremony in Arlington, Virginia. Brenda Durham, Senior Vice President and Regional General Counsel for the Caribbean and Latin America Region, Marriott International, accepted the award…. Read the full press release

Marriott International announces the opening of the fourth Fairfield by Marriott property in Belagavi, Southwest India

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Belagavi, India, 2017-Jan-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ:MAR) marks the start of 2017 with the opening of the fourth Fairfield by Marriott property in Belagavi, the ever expanding commercial hub in Southwest India.  As Belagavi continues to grow into a business and leisure destination, there is great demand for high quality,… Read the full press release

Marriott International announces the opening of its 2nd Aloft Hotel in Taipei — Aloft Taipei Beitou Hotel

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Taipei, Taiwan, 2017-Jan-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International (NASDAQ: MAR) today announced the opening of design-led Aloft Taipei Beitou Hotel, the second Aloft in Taipei, which brings a modern twist to the century-old hot spring destination of Beitou. Featuring vibrant design and innovative technology, the 292-room hotel is just steps from a multitude… Read the full press release

Marriott International announces the addition of Courtyard Edinburgh to its portfolio in Scotland

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London, England, 2017-Jan-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ:MAR) today announces the upcoming addition of Courtyard Edinburgh to its portfolio in Scotland. Opened on 28 December, the city centre hotel is set within a historic Georgian terrace located in the heart of Edinburgh’s new shopping and entertainment hub at the east end… Read the full press release

Marriott International brings Sheraton Grand into Guinea, West Africa with opening of Sheraton Grand Conakry

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Bethesda, Md, 2016-Dec-14 — /Travel PR News/ — Sheraton Hotels & Resorts, part of Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ:MAR), today (12/12/2016) announced the debut of Sheraton Grand in Africa with opening of Sheraton Grand Conakry, welcoming it to the brand’s premier tier of hotels recognized for their exciting destinations, distinguished designs, and excellence in service and… Read the full press release

Katara Hospitality and Marriott International launch Tahseen hospitality training programme

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Marriott International Leadership Development Programme created in response to rising need for Qatari leaders and managers within the hospitality industry   Doha, Qatar, 2016-Dec-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Katara Hospitality, the leading hotel owner, developer and operator based in Qatar, and Marriott International today announced the launch of Tahseen hospitality training programme, a unique initiative… Read the full press release

Marriott International named among America’s top corporations for LGBT for the fourth consecutive year

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Bethesda, MD, 2016-Dec-07 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) today has been named, for the fourth consecutive year, among America’s top corporations for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender. (LGBT) equality, by again earning a perfect 100 percent score on the Human Rights Campaign’s (HRC) 2017 Corporate Equality Index (CEI). The CEI… Read the full press release