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Marriott International awarded the most “Friendly Biz” certification by the Colombian LGBT Chamber of Commerce

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Bethesda, Md., 2016-Sep-13 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International (NASDAQ:MAR) was recently honored as the first international hotel brand in Colombia to pass the Colombian LGBT Chamber of Commerce’s six month review process. The Colombian chamber awarded the most “Friendly Biz” certification to Marriott for its customer protocols when serving LGBT guests.  Last month,… Read the full news article

AC Hotels by Marriott® marks its entry in Mexico with the opening of AC Hotel Guadalajara, Jalisco

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Mexico City, Mexico, 2016-Aug-31 — /Travel PR News/ — AC Hotel Guadalajara, Jalisco, has opened its doors, inviting guests and locals alike to experience A New Way to Hotel in Mexico, catering to the creativity, passion, and entrepreneurial spirit of a new generation of travelers. The launch of the 188-room AC Hotel Guadalajara, developed and… Read the full news article

Marriott International selected as the 2016 Company of the Year for LATINA Style 50 Report

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Bethesda, Md., 2016-Aug-31 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International (NASDAQ:MAR) has been selected the 2016 Company of the Year for the LATINA Style50 Report highlighting the Best Places for Latinas to Work for in the United States. This is the second time that Marriott has received the top award from the LATINA Style 50…. Read the full news article

Marriott International opens its second hotel in Belarus with the addition of Minsk Marriott Hotel

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LONDON, 2016-Aug-05 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International opens its second hotel in Belarus with the addition of Minsk Marriott Hotel, the capital’s first 5-star internationally rated hotel, which is now open for business. The deluxe Minsk Marriott Hotel sits within a new compound located on the Svisloch riverside offering an exceptional range of… Read the full news article

National Basketball Association extends partnership with Marriott International as partner of several league events

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New York, 2016-Jul-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) and the National Basketball Association (NBA) announced today a partnership extension that will make the global hotel company a partner of several league events, including NBA House Rio, NBA All-Star, and select NBA Global Games.  In addition, Marriott International will become an… Read the full news article

Marriott International board members, Ms. Mary K. Bush and Ms. Debra L. Lee recognized by Savoy Magazine as two of this year’s Most Influential Black Corporate Directors

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Bethesda, MD, 2016-Jul-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) board members, Ms. Mary K. Bush and Ms. Debra L. Lee, have been recognized by Savoy Magazine as two of this year’s Most Influential Black Corporate Directors. The list, included as part of Savoy Magazine’s Summer 2016 issue, is considered by the… Read the full news article

Marriott International rebrands Protea Hotels in Africa — Protea Hotels by Marriott®

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Marriott International announced today the rebranding of Protea Hotels to capitalize on the travel aspirations of Africa’s growing middle class and the increased presence of international hotel brands in Africa. The rebranding includes an updated and modernized logo and the “by Marriott” endorsement.   The brand is now officially Protea Hotels by Marriott ®. Bethesda, Md.,… Read the full news article

Marriott International’s J.W. Marriott, Jr. to receive the 2016 EY Entrepreneur of the Year® Award

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McLean, VA, 2016-Jun-21 — /Travel PR News/ — “I am proud to be chosen for this great honor from EY,” said J.W. Marriott, Jr. “At Marriott, we lead by example and encourage innovation, which fuels our growth in a competitive industry. This award represents the passion and pride I have in our company. That is why… Read the full news article

Marriott International announces the opening of Courtyard by Marriott Shanghai Fengxian

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Shanghai, China, 2016-Jun-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) today welcomes a new member to its fast growing portfolio in China with the opening of the 259-room Courtyard by Marriott Shanghai Fengxian. Under a long term franchise agreement with the New Development Group, the hotel is operated by New Development Group. It… Read the full news article

Marriott International further expands its footprint in India with the opening of its fifth hotel The Pune Marriott Suites

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Bethesda, Maryland, 2016-May-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) further expands its footprint in India with the opening of its fifth hotel in Pune, The Pune Marriott Suites. The addition of this new hotel means that Marriott International will be managing the largest number of hotels in the city of Pune…. Read the full news article

Marriott International, Inc. declares quarterly cash dividend of 30 cents ($0.30) per share of common stock

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Bethesda, Md., 2016-May-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) today announced that its board of directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of 30 cents ($0.30) per share of common stock, which represents a 20 percent increase over the previous quarterly dividend amount of $0.25 per share. The dividend is payable on… Read the full news article

Marriott International opens The Zhejiang Taizhou Marriott Hotel in China

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Taizhou, Zhejiang, 2016-Apr-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) is pleased to announce the opening of The Zhejiang Taizhou Marriott Hotel, marking the debut of Marriott International’s iconic flagship brand in the city of Taizhou, Zhejiang province of China. Being the first five-start international hotel in the dynamic Huangyan area, Taizhou’s new… Read the full news article

Marriott International announced its newest venture with the Youth Career Initiative (YCI) in Puerto Rico

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San Juan, Puerto Rico, 2016-Apr-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) announced its newest venture with the Youth Career Initiative (YCI) in Puerto Rico with training courses at three of our properties in San Juan, including The San Juan Marriott, The Ritz-Carlton San Juan and Dorado Beach, A Ritz-Carlton Reserve. Through a global… Read the full news article

Marriott International supports diversity and inclusion during Straight for Equality Gala at The New York Marriott Marquis

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Bethesda, Md., 2016-Apr-06 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ:MAR) continues to demonstrate its commitment to diversity and inclusion during the Straight for Equality Gala recently hosted by the national chapter of Parents and Friends of Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG) at The New York Marriott Marquis. This year’s reception recognized allies that showed their dedication… Read the full news article

Marriott International to report first quarter 2016 earnings results on April 27, 2016

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Bethesda, Md., 2016-Mar-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) will report first quarter 2016 earnings results on Wednesday, April 27, 2016, at approximately 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time (ET).  The company will hold a conference call for the investment community to discuss its first quarter 2016 earnings on Thursday, April 28, 2016 at… Read the full news article

Marriott International hosted Cultural Game Changers international thought leaders’ forum at the JW Marriott Marquis Dubai

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The JW Marriott Marquis Dubai Hosts Marriott International’s Cultural Game Changers Forum Thought Leaders Dana Farouki, Kinda Ibrahim, Danielle Perissi, Khulood Thani and Suzanne Trocmé Discuss Ground-Breaking Shifts in Contemporary Culture Impacting Next Generation Travellers. Dubai, UAE, 2016-Mar-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR), is tapping into the world’s top influencers to help… Read the full news article

Moxy Hotels opens its latest hotel in Munich, Germany

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Marriott International’s Edgy New Lifestyle Hotel Brand Debuts in Germany, March 2016, Shaking Up Traditional Hospitality Munich, Germany, 2016-Mar-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Moxy Hotels, the new brand in Marriott International’s growing luxury and lifestyle portfolio, opens its latest hotel today in Munich, Germany. The Moxy Hotels brand boldly reinvents the select-service hotel paradigm offering… Read the full news article

Marriott International takes 9th place on Sunday Times’ “25 Best Big Companies to Work For” list

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“25 Best Big Companies to Work For” List Bethesda, Md., 2016-Mar-10 — /Travel PR News/ — For the ninth consecutive year, Marriott International has been recognised as one of the “25 Best Big Companies to Work For” through The Sunday Times’ prestigious “Best Companies to Work For” listing, ranking as the top hospitality company.  This recognition is… Read the full news article

Marriott International targets large rotating meetings and events with the launch of its European Convention Network

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Only convention network that specializes in Europe Hand-picked collection of gold standard convention hotels with one point of contact 14 hotels across Europe with 57,000m2 of meeting space and 7,800 rooms Targeting large rotating meetings and events Bethesda, Md., 2016-Mar-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) has today announced the launch of… Read the full news article

Marriott International EVP and CFO Leeny Oberg to present at 2016 J.P. Morgan Gaming, Lodging, Restaurant & Leisure Management Access Forum on March 10

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Bethesda, Md., 2016-Mar-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Leeny Oberg, executive vice president and chief financial officer at Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ:MAR), will speak at the 2016 J.P. Morgan Gaming, Lodging, Restaurant & Leisure Management Access Forum, to be held on Thursday, March 10.  Ms. Oberg’s presentation will be at approximately 4:30 p.m., Eastern Time, and… Read the full news article

Marriott International announces the expansion of Moxy Hotels in Europe with plans to open new hotels in Munich, Eschborn, Berlin, Oslo and Aberdeen

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Bethesda, Md., 2016-Mar-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International (NASDAQ: MAR) announced today that it plans to open an additional five Moxy Hotels in key European cities in 2016, including Munich, Eschborn and Berlin in Germany, Oslo in Norway and Aberdeen in the UK. The five properties will strengthen Moxy Hotels’ ongoing expansion plans since… Read the full news article

Marriott International ranks #83 in the 2016 Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For list

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Marriott International Named One of the 2016 Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For Bethesda, Md., 2016-Mar-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ:MAR) is one of the 2016 Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For according to global research and consulting firm Great Place to Work® and Fortune Magazine. The list, now… Read the full news article

Thailand: Marriott International opens Hua Hin Marriott Resort & Spa under its iconic flagship brand Marriott Hotels

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Where modern comfort meets legendary charm  Hua Hin, Thailand, 2016-Mar-03 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) announces the opening of Hua Hin Marriott Resort & Spa today under the company’s iconic flagship brand Marriott Hotels. Featuring 322 rooms that combine modern design and Thai Colonial features, the resort is equipped with state-of-the-art… Read the full news article

Marriott International increases its Japanese presence with 5 Mori Trust hotels

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Rebranding of five Laforet properties doubles Marriott Hotels’ brand presence in Japan as inbound tourism booms Hong Kong, China, 2016-Feb-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) and Japan’s leading lodging company Mori Trust Group today announced the signing of five hotels in Japan under the iconic Marriott Hotels brand. The agreements for five Mori Trust hotels will… Read the full news article

Marriott International named one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by FORTUNE magazine for the 16th consecutive year

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Marriott Selected as the #1 Lodging Company Bethesda Md., 2016-Feb-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ:MAR) for the 16th consecutive year was named one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by FORTUNE magazine. The 2016 rankings, released today, lists Marriott as #29, up from #37 last year.  Marriott also takes the top rankings… Read the full news article

Marriott International named to Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies in Travel for 2016

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Bethesda, Md., 2016-Feb-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) was named to Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies in Travel for 2016.  The list honors leading enterprises and rising newcomers that exemplify the best in nimble business and impactful innovation.  Marriott ranked #8 among the top 10 companies in travel for using short… Read the full news article

Moxy New Orleans, LA and Moxy Tempe, AZ set to open in Spring 2016

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Marriott International’s Edgy New Lifestyle Hotel Brand to Make U.S. Debut in Spring 2016, Shaking Up Traditional Hospitality Bethesda, Md., 2016-Feb-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Moxy Hotels, Marriott International’s edgy new lifestyle brand, is shaking up traditional hospitality and making its mark in the U.S. with Moxy New Orleans, LA, and Moxy Tempe, AZ, both… Read the full news article

Marriott International and Eastern Crown Hotels Group to bring “Fairfield by Marriott®” brand to China

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Hong Kong, 2016-Feb-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) and Eastern Crown Hotels Group, one of China’s fastest growing lodging groups, today, signed an exclusive development agreement to bring the “FairfieldSM by Marriott®” brand to mainland China. The agreement targets having 140 hotels signed in five years, of which 100 are expected… Read the full news article

Marriott International opens its first dual branded property in India, the Courtyard by Marriott and Fairfield by Marriott

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Courtyard by Marriott and Fairfield by Marriott in Outer Ring Road Bengaluru BENGALURU, INDIA, 2016-Jan-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) expands its brand offering in Bengaluru with the opening of the first dual branded property in the country, the Courtyard by Marriott and Fairfield by Marriott. The property is located in… Read the full news article

Marriott International announces the opening of Renaissance Montreal

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New Lifestyle Hotel Supports Global ‘Renaissance’ of the Brand, With Contemporary Design and Programming for Next Gen Business Travelers “Mixodiology” rooftop celebration planned for Montreal en Lumiere’s La Nuit Blanche, Feb. 27, 2016 Montreal, QC, Canada, 2016-Jan-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Many consider arts the lifeblood of Montreal, named a UNESCO City of Design for… Read the full news article