JW MARRIOTT UNVEILS ITS SECOND PROPERTY IN GERMANY WITH THE OPENING OF JW MARRIOTT HOTEL BERLIN

A haven of transformative experiences awaits guests at  JW Marriott Hotel Berlin with thoughtfully crafted spaces, warm service, and a commitment to wellbeing. Converting from Hotel Berlin Central District, this announcement marks the completion of the first stage in the property’s transformation to join the iconic JW Marriott brand. The 505-guestroom hotel is centrally located in the neighbourhood of Potsdamer Platz, the capital’s popular shopping and nightlife district. The property embodies the joyful and inspiring energy of the neighbouring iconic Tiergarten; with a colour scheme of dark greens and warm browns, complemented by bright marble and artwork reflecting the beauty of nature across the restaurants, guestrooms and public spaces. The hotel is home to a revitalising spa, swimming pool, sauna, steam bath and two treatment rooms, all dedicated to relaxation and wellness. Perfect for foodies, each of the eight fully transformed dining outlets feature exquisite mouth-watering creations with high-quality locally and sustainability sourced produce. The property also boasts Berlin’s largest ballroom that comfortably accommodates over 2,300 guests.

REDISCOVER THE ROMANCE OF TRAVEL WITH MARRIOTT BONVOY’S IDYLLIC ESCAPES THIS FEBRUARY

Marriott Bonvoy, Marriott International’s global portfolio of 30 extraordinary brands invites guests to fall in love with travelling all over again this Valentine’s Day. Entertainment lovers can be transported to an era of swing and jazz with a spectacular Valentine’s Cabaret Show at Matild Palace, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Budapest or to the glamorous golden years of Hollywood at The Westin Palace, Madrid with a sensational Valentines dinner accompanied by burlesque show ‘LeClab Royal’ on the 14th of February. For couples looking to discover their creative side, W Amsterdam is playing host to an array of experiences including a couple’s painting class and a chocolate tasting menu with entertainment from local talent. W Dubai - The Palm is the perfect destination to celebrate amazing friendships with a glamorous Galentine’s getaway, ‘Love Punch’ will be served all day long and guests can mingle under the Dubai sun as the resort’s DJs remix the ultimate girl’s holiday soundtrack on the WET deck. For those looking for something extra special, romantic Michelin-starred Valentine’s Day dining can be enjoyed at Excelsior Hotel Gallia, a Luxury Collection Hotel and The Ritz-Carlton, Abama. For complete privacy and the perfect setting to pop the question, an intimate dinner for two with views of London’s iconic landmarks can be arranged at London Marriott Hotel County Hall, and at JW Marriott Cannes, the ‘Romantic Package’ offers couples a candlelight dinner for two complete with Champagne and views of the glistening Mediterranean Sea.

DORTMUND CITY WELCOMES DUAL-BRANDED PROPERTY RESIDENCE INN BY MARRIOTT DORTMUND CITY AND MOXY DORTMUND CITY

Famous for its thriving cultural scene, Dortmund City in West Germany welcomes the opening of dual-branded property Residence Inn Dortmund City and Moxy Dortmund City. Located just a short walk away from the train station, the hotels are within easy access to the main shopping area, the German Football Museum and Messe Westfalenhallen Dortmund exhibition centre. On arrival at Moxy Dortmund City, guests can sip a welcome drink at the Moxy Bar where the spirited team check-in fun hunters to one of the 191 guestrooms, complete with plush bedding, spacious walk-in showers and a 50-inch HD TV. On the hotel’s doorstep also sits the iconic Dortmunder U building, a brewery turned art gallery that complements Moxy’s high-energy and playful personality with regular art exhibitions, immersive experiences and cinema events. Perfect for longer stays, Residence Inn by Marriott Dortmund City features 120 suites that offer separate living and sleeping areas and a fully equipped kitchen. At Residence Inn, a suite is more than just a room – it’s a space for guests to spread out, open up and be themselves. Guests staying at both hotels can take advantage of the Residence Inn Bistro – a casual dining space open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner – as well as a 24/7 gym.

PERFECT FOR A BLEISURE GETAWAY, SHERATON BORDEAUX AIRPORT OPENS

The transformation of Marriott International’s most global brand Sheraton Hotels & Resorts continues to build momentum in Europe, the Middle East and Africa with its modernised design concept. The brand’s latest opening, Sheraton Bordeaux Airport, embodies the Sheraton’s new approach, drawing on its roots as a community hub with places to connect and be productive. The design balances timelessness with a fresh and modern feel, creating an environment where guests feel comfortable and at ease, whether working, meeting or relaxing. Located in the heart of the business airspace area of Merignac Airport, the hotel offers easy access to local business districts, Bordeaux city centre and vineyards such as Château Bouscaut and Château de Lisennes. Carrying the Sheraton brand’s intuitive design, timeless comfort, and community spirit in the backdrop of classic French Gironde landscapes, the hotel features 177 guestrooms and suites in addition to a mix of business and leisure facilities, including 10 flexible meeting rooms, a rooftop pool and a fitness centre overlooking the airfield. The signature restaurant L’Eden, led by Chef Cédric Szajnerman, offers dishes that are a reinterpretation of French classics.

MARRIOTT INTERNATIONAL SIGNS AGREEMENT WITH MARAEY TO DEBUT THE FIRST RITZ-CARLTON RESERVE IN SOUTH AMERICA

Marriott International and MARAEY have signed an agreement to bring three distinct hotels to Rio de Janeiro’s Sun Coast, including the first ever Ritz-Carlton Reserve in South America. The Ritz-Carlton Reserve in Maricá, Rio de Janeiro, will join an exclusive collection of only five Ritz-Carlton Reserve properties globally, in destinations including Thailand, Japan, Indonesia, Puerto Rico, and Mexico. Ritz-Carlton Reserve properties are rare estates, set apart from the world, and carefully selected for their geographical opulence and thoughtfully designed to promote a sense of personal discovery and transformation. Heartfelt care and craft of individuals is felt at every turn and the architecture is reflective of the history, heritage and beauty of the natural environment of the destination, offering guests a culturally immersive stay. With construction scheduled to start in the second half of 2023, the Ritz-Carlton Reserve in MARAEY is expected to feature 58 unique and fully sustainable villas, designed to offer complete privacy and impressive vistas of the ocean and surrounding Atlantic Forest ecosystem, as well as 80 two-to-five-bedroom residences with private pools. Resort amenities are expected to include a wellness spa, swimming pools, culinary venues and an Environmental Reference Centre to provide further opportunities for guests to connect with the area’s diverse natural environment. The MARAEY development will also be home to a JW Marriott All-Inclusive resort - one of the brand's first all-inclusive hotels in the world, and a Rock in Rio, Autograph Collection, slated to be the first thematic hotel bearing the name of the popular festival.

THE RITZ CARLTON DE LA PAIX, GENEVA PARTNERS WITH DANS LE NOIR

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel de la Paix, Geneva has partnered with the international dining phenomenon Dans le Noir. Since 2004, Dans le Noir has welcomed over two million visitors across eight countries to taste gourmet, creative and seasonal cuisine at its unique dining experience. The ‘Dining in the Dark’ experience at the hotel is now open for bookings on Friday through to Sunday from 6.45pm. In this truly original culinary experience, guests will be treated to a surprise three-course “Sensory Awakening” served in complete darkness offers guests the opportunity to not only have fun with other diners trying to guess the flavours and ingredients in each course, but to reevaluate their perceptions of taste. The gourmet mystery menu is created using the finest quality ingredients and through the talent of the hotel’s Chef Pascal Fourdrinier and his team, guests can expect a harmony of flavours and authentic tastes that awaken the senses. Bookings are essential; for further information, visit https://www.ritzcarlton.com/.

EARN TWICE FOR EACH NIGHT WITH MARRIOTT BONVOY’S LATEST PROMOTION

Marriott Bonvoy, Marriott International’s award-winning travel programme, is giving members the chance to earn up to 75,000 bonus points and 75 bonus Elite Night Credits. The promotion makes it easier and faster for members to achieve Elite status and accumulate valuable points to uncover new destinations in every corner of the world through Marriott Bonvoy's global brand portfolio. Registered Marriott Bonvoy members can earn 1,000 bonus points and one bonus Elite Night Credit for each eligible paid night stayed during the promotion earning period from 7 February to 23 April 2023.

• Bonus points can be redeemed for endless experiences within the Marriott Bonvoy travel program - from free nights at hotels and resorts to once-in-a-lifetime Marriott Bonvoy Moments, to exclusive products from Marriott Bonvoy Boutiques.
• Bonus Elite Night Credits make each night of a stay count twice, allowing registered members to reach higher Marriott Bonvoy membership tiers more quickly.

There is no limit to the number of bonus points or bonus Elite Night Credits that can be earned during the promotion earning period. Members registered for the promotion can start earning bonuses from the first night of their stay and every eligible night through April 23, 2023. Registration is open until 9 April 2023. To register visit marriottbonvoy.co.uk/earntwice.

MARRIOTT BONVOY WELCOMES ROYALTON SPLASH RIVIERA CANCUN, AN AUTOGRAPH COLLECTION ALL-INCLUSIVE RESORT TO ITS GROWING PORTFOLIO

All-Inclusive by Marriott Bonvoy has announced the opening of Royalton Splash Riviera Cancun, an Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort, set on the famed Mexican Caribbean hotel strip. The resort features 1,005 suites within 12 categories, all offering the Royalton signature DreamBed™, a terrace or balcony, rain showers, and in-room jacuzzi, as well as 24/7 room service. Guests can opt for a service upgrade to enjoy premium menu options, personalised butler service, private pool access, among other exclusive advantages. The perfect leisure hotspot, the hotel is set on the gorgeous white sanded beach and includes an expansive water park with two lazy rivers, a splash pad and pool, and 14 water slides. Perfect for families, each evening there is nightly entertainment for guests of all ages and live performances at the outdoor theatre. For those looking to keep fit whilst away the resort offers a fully equipped fitness centre and guests can unwind with wellness and beauty treatments at The Royal Spa. A foodies’ haven, the resort offers 12 restaurants featuring immersive culinary experiences of international, Indian, American, Italian, and Mexican cuisine among others.

AC HOTEL BELLA SKY COPENHAGEN UNVEILS NEW ASIAN RESTAURANT SUKAIBA

AC Hotel Bella Sky Copenhagen has unveiled an exciting new restaurant concept for 2023, which is fast becoming a ‘must-visit’ dining destination in Copenhagen. Sitting high in the sky, 76 metres above the Danish capital in the architectural and cultural playground of the city’s newest Ørestad district, SUKAIBA expertly combines innovative pan-Asian cuisine, creative cocktails and impressive views to offer both locals and visitors alike a brand-new perspective of Copenhagen. Whilst much of the produce is sourced locally, SUKAIBA is a love letter to all things Asian – the inspiration behind the concept of the menus is deeply rooted in cultures and heritage from the Far East. Under the helm of Head Chef Anders Døssing, the seven-course tasting menu titled ‘The Journey’ takes diners on an exploration of Asian flavours with a number of surprise dishes from the kitchen along the way. Sample tasting courses include squid with daikon and yam sauce; confit pork with kimchi; milk tea, pineapple sorbet with kaffir lime. The menu changes frequently based on the best possible ingredients that are available each day.

SPANIARDS GET THE FITNESS BUG WHEN TRAVELLING, WITH THREE QUARTERS WORKING OUT WHILE ON HOLIDAY, ACCORDING TO MARRIOTT BONVOY®

Looking after their health and fitness is of huge importance to Spanish travellers when they go on holiday, with three quarters (74%) proactively working out when they go away. The new research, from travel loyalty programme Marriott Bonvoy, found that Spanish travellers get the fitness bug when they go on holiday, considering nearly a third (31%) of those don’t even normally work out at home. Looking after their mental health is the biggest driver for working out for the majority of Spaniards. Nearly half (44%) agree that exercise on holiday is good for their mental wellbeing and helps them to return home in a better state of mind, and 17% believe it allows them to spend time alone and prioritise their self-care. As a result, over a quarter of all Spaniards (27%) always make a conscious effort to work out on holiday so that their fitness regime doesn’t get disrupted. In order to make it easy and efficient for travellers to workout, whether on holiday or travelling for work, Marriott Bonvoy has partnered with FitnessOnDemand™, a worldwide leader in on-demand fitness and wellness content for hotels, hospitality, and fitness clubs. The partnership offers members free access to a range of virtual fitness classes that people can access from the comfort of their hotel room, the beach, the pool or the hotel gym, either online or via the FitnessOnDemand™ app. Marriott Bonvoy Members will be offered a seven-day access of the FitnessOnDemand™ workout platform every time they stay at a participating hotel. Over 450 hotels and resorts across Europe, Middle East & Africa are offering this new Marriott Bonvoy member exclusive benefit. The programme can be used in the hotel room, by the pool, on the beach and in some hotel’s fitness facilities, giving full flexibility. To enrol in Marriott Bonvoy and discover how to blend travel with staying on track with exercise visit Marriott.com/FitnessOnDemand.