November 19, 2024

From Caviahue-Copahue in Argentina to Tra Que Vegetable Village in Viet Nam, discover the 55 new Best Tourism Villages by UN Tourism.

Rural destinations consolidate their position as key players in sustainable tourism and community development as UN Tourism announces its Best Tourism Villages 2024.

In this fourth edition, 55 villages from all regions received the recognition, chosen from over 260 applications from more than 60 UN Tourism Member States. Another 20 villages were chosen to join the Upgrade Programme.

“Tourism is a vital tool for inclusion, empowering rural communities to protect and value their rich cultural heritage while driving sustainable development,” said UN Tourism Secretary-General Zurab Pololikashvili. “The Best Tourism Villages initiative not only recognizes the remarkable achievements of these villages but also highlights the transformative power of tourism. By leveraging their unique assets, these communities can foster economic growth, promote local traditions, and enhance the quality of life for their residents. We celebrate the villages that have embraced tourism as a pathway to empowerment and community well-being, demonstrating that sustainable practices can lead to a brighter future for all.”

The Best Tourism Villages by UN Tourism initiative was launched in 2021 to advance tourism’s role in rural areas, preserving landscapes, cultural diversity, local values, and culinary traditions. The Best Tourism Villages (BTV) Network grows every year, and with the announcement of its 75 new members, 254 villages are now part of the largest community of rural destinations in the world.

From Fast Track to Recognition

This year seven villages from the Best Tourism Villages Upgrade Programme have achieved recognition as Best Tourism Villages. Through the Upgrade Programme villages received mentorship to improve their lowest-scored areas of evaluation and were able to apply through a fast-track process and qualify for Best Tourism Village recognition.

These outstanding villages include Capulálpam de Méndez (Mexico), Grand Baie (Mauritius), Kalopanagiotis (Cyprus), Pissouri (Cyprus), Ruboni (Uganda), Bo Suak (Thailand), and Trevelin (Argentina).

The call for submissions for the fifth edition will take place in early 2025, opening a new opportunity for rural destinations to share their inspiring initiatives and get global recognition as rural development champions.

Source: UNWTO Kemenparegraf

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Bali, 22 April 2024

The 10th World Water Forum is held in Bali from May 18th to May 25th 2024. 

The event is set to take place at the Bali International Convention Center (BICC) along with several other venues across Bali. It is expected to draw around 30,000 attendees from 172 countries.

The forum will host 290 sessions focusing on vital water-related topics, including water security and prosperity, the interrelation of water with human and natural needs, disaster risk reduction and management, and aspects of governance such as cooperation and hydro diplomacy. Other key discussions will cover sustainable water finance and advancements in water-related knowledge and innovation.

The anticipated outcomes of the forum include the development of new solutions and commitments aimed at achieving sustainable and equitable water management practices.

The 10th edition of the World Water Forum, under the banner “Water for Shared Prosperity,” will engage participants in three distinct dialogue tracks: thematic, political, and regional.

The thematic track will delve into six critical areas: ensuring water security and prosperity; balancing water needs for humans and nature; enhancing strategies for disaster risk reduction and management; advancing governance, cooperation, and hydrodiplomacy; promoting sustainable water finance; and fostering knowledge and innovation.

Furthermore, the regional discussions will focus on specific challenges and solutions across four key geographical areas: the Mediterranean, Asia-Pacific, the Americas, and Africa.

Security will be tight and at the level of the G20 summit in 2022

More than 5,000 personnel from the Bali Police will be deployed to ensure the security of the 10th World Water Forum (WWF) set to take place from May 18–25 in Bali. Bali Police Chief, Police Inspector General Ida Bagus Kade Putra Narendra, confirmed the collaboration with the National Armed Forces (TNI) and other stakeholders during a coordination meeting in Nusa Dua, Bali.

The security measures for the WWF, described as a larger event than the G20 Summit hosted in 2022, will include thousands of officers safeguarding the venue and protecting the dignitaries, including 33 heads of state and the president of the European Union.

The operation, beginning on May 17, will focus on preemptive and preventive strategies to maintain safety throughout the event’s duration.

Tourists and residents should expect traffic rerouting and blocked roads, particularly in Nusa Dua area and on the roads going to the airport. 

Bali has proven itself as an exemplary host for global and high-level forums, such as the G20 Summit, making it an ideal destination for international conferences and events. The island combines world-class hospitality facilities with robust security measures capable of accommodating numerous heads of state and high-profile delegates.

About WWF Forum:

The 10th World Water Forum, hosted in Bali, is themed “Water for Shared Prosperity.” This pivotal conference will convene global leaders to explore and tackle pressing water issues, aiming to foster unified approaches to water governance. The forum’s primary output will be a Ministerial Declaration, supported by tangible outcomes such as projects, initiatives, and joint actions. Structurally, the forum is organized around three principal components: the political process, the regional process, and the thematic process.

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STATEMENT FORWARD THINKING

KEMENPAREKRAF RI – Sandiaga Salahuddin Uno

The global reset resulting from the novel coronavirus pandemic has forced the world to experience a new quality of living and positive experiences. Wellness is the word on the lips of global tourism, Indonesia needs to identify this and create the avenue to earn. This shift to wellness will help guest enjoy the unique experience that country, its culutre and people have to offer. It stands to engage their physical , emotional, pcychological state to awaken a new quality of living and not just existing. Indonesia should be ready for this transformation. and we are supporting this event as part of a time for transformation.

DEPUTY MINISTER FOR TOURISM PRODUCTS & EVENTS KEMENPAREKRAF RI – Vinsensius Jemadu

Bali Indonesia with its culture & natural resources need to explore further without exploiting & over commercialising and still contribue to the gross domestic products earning opportunity for the Country.

We need to look at wellness not only as exercising and diet, but as a form of real estate and perhaps a beauty product and take seriously the earnings it can bring to the people of this country, how it can improve quality of life & increase the life expectancy, while the diversity of Tourism experience with authentic Bali- Indonesia spa treatments and beauty products,marring them with our natural hidden gems enable tourist to experience the true culture and spaces has been make Bai-Indonesia a truly unique destination.

KEMENKES RI – Prof.dr.Laksono Trisnantoro, MSc,PhD 

Wellness is define as the active pursuit of activites, choices and lifestyle that lead to a state of holistic health.

There are 6 to 12 dimension of wellness, these include emotional, physical, mental, social, and environmental wellness. A nation that believes in the wellness of its people is on the road to great development and growth.

Bali as the hub of Indonesia tourism need to be supported with more various modern western healthcare combine with eastern natural healing process to fulfil world market demand now and the future and it’s our main purpose to work consistently with this event to take persistance approach and actions for a better result.

About WTN:

WTN is powered by a diverse community of supporters, including prominent travel and tourism giants. Public sector members, such as tourism ministries and boards, actively pledge their support to SMEs and proudly display the SME.travel seal, signifying their commitment.

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Bali, November 20, 2023

In a recent strategic development, Indonesia’s Minister of Tourism and Creative Economy, Sandiaga Salahuddin Uno, emphasized the vital role of the Indonesian Recreational Parks Association (PUTRI) in enhancing the tourism potential of village destinations across Indonesia.

This initiative, aimed at boosting tourist interest, was announced during the inauguration of PUTRI Bali’s 2023-2026 leadership at the Badung Regent’s Office.

A Strategic Shift Towards Sustainable and Inclusive Tourism

Sandiaga Uno highlighted the unique strengths of these community-managed and tradition-rich village destinations. Their global recognition underlines their potential as key attractions, not just in Bali but throughout Indonesia.

“Village tourism has its own strength rooted in community and traditions, as it has received global recognition. Hence, these villages will become the prime attractions in our tourism, not just in Bali but across Indonesia,” Uno stated.

Moreover, Uno pointed out the central role of PUTRI in further developing Indonesia’s tourism potential. He urged the organization to actively participate in the development of village tourism, emphasizing the need to integrate these villages into the broader tourism framework.

The event also saw the launch of PUTRI Magazine and the commencement of the National Working Meeting of PUTRI.

Key figures accompanying Uno included Rizki Handayani, Deputy for Industry and Investment at the Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy; Martini M. Paham, Deputy for Resources and Institutional Affairs; and Syaifullah, Director of Industry Management.

Also in attendance were I Nyoman Giri Prasta, the Regent of Badung; Tjok Bagus Pemayun, Head of Bali Provincial Tourism Office; and I.G.A. Agung Inda Trimafo Yudha, the newly inaugurated Chairperson of PUTRI Bali for the 2023-2027 period.

Source: Kemenparegraf

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IHTPB together with the stakeholders is committed to assist Indonesia Medical Tourism to grow and improve by creating events for discussion and sharing any challenges faced by the industry. Furthermore, it is also expected that the discussion will bring the concept to the right direction, especially on supporting integrated AI development on call center and native doctors tele consul services to be launched in 2024, hence market can access the service.

For this objective to succeed, the participation of related stakeholders is the key factor that has been mentioned by WTN panelists attended the WTN SUMMIT-TIME2023 in Bali. The panelists among others were Dr. Peter Tarlow, The President of WTN based in Texas and Juergen Thomas Steinmetz, the Chairman of WTN based in Honolulu, have also mentioned that ecosystem of medical tourism in Indonesia must be united and decide the direction of services and focus market which need to be penetrated, and at the same time providing best services i.e. coordinate the medical tourism with nursing, assure to have excellent language skills, develop and generate publicity so that people around the world know about Indonesia medical tourism.

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In conjunction with this, Indonesia Healthcare Tourism Promotion Board (IHTPB) together with Stakeholders and Operators are gathered to engage potential collaboration and discuss key challenges that Bali- Indonesia- medical tourism are facing and the development of urgent resources needed for healthcare and wellness solutions in Bali.

The sharing knowledge Initiative is also featuring few other key partners that would be working in tandem with Industry partners to make Bali be the best Destination in the sector of holistic heart treatment for both preventions, the medical treatment and rehabilitation process along with wellness and healing restoration retreats.

Detoxification packages and healing restoration retreats will be introduced as an icon packages to be offered to the Travel Agent Associations, Airlines both local and International and WTN (World Tourism Network) Influencers. IHTPB also invite for possible integrated co-marketing to support marketing of the packages to be developed among Tourism Industry practitioners hence Tourist/travellers can enjoy the treatment offered in every part of Bali areas which consisting of 9 (nine) districts: Jembrana (01), Tabanan (02), Badung (03), Denpasar (04), Gianyar (05), Bangli (06), Klungkung (07), Karangasem (08), and Buleleng (09). Denpasar is the capital city of Bali.

This event will also invite leading insurance companies and banking to work on co-marketing and service development. For this purposes IHTPB is working with the stakeholder related to escalate the process and work out to market starting early 2024.

IHTPB is also working with related Stakeholders for AI development by creating Integrated communication centre that enable customer to have direct access with the service of native doctors. The Leading Partners on this development are JDNI-Junior Doctor Network Indonesia, ATM Sehat & BMTA – Bali Medical Tourism Association.

To sum-up the event of Sharing Knowledge Initiative and a day of Mindfulness and Wellness in Nusa Dua, will present 3 key important subjects for the development of Indonesia Healthcare Tourism i.e. Introducing Advisory and Advocacy Board for Health Wellness Tourism in Bali-Indonesia. Introducing Integrated communication centre for Health Wellness Tourism Promotion and Customer Care. Introducing and highlight healthcare tourism services need to be provided in Bali to suit in with today’s most demanded treatment (2024-2025).

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Bali, Nusa Dua, 1st November, 2023

Bali, Indonesia’s renowned tourist destination, hosts the World Hydropower Congress. WHC is an event held by IHA every two years. This year, WHC will be held in Nusa Dua, Bali, from October 31 to November 2, 2023, with the theme Powering Sustainable Growth.

Hydropower’s Role in Shaping a Sustainable Energy Future

Sandiaga Uno, the Minister of Tourism and Creative Economy, emphasized the significance of the congress.

He stated, “The World Hydropower Congress is an important event that can support the government’s program in achieving sustainable tourism through the use of renewable energy.”

In “The Weekly Brief With Sandiaga Uno” in Jakarta, Monday (10/16/2023), the minister said that the hydropower congress with the theme “Powering Sustainable Growth” is expected to be able to produce solutions and innovations in an effort to strengthen sustainable tourism and prioritize a green economy. There will be more than 1000 delegates and 175 high-level speakers from 120 countries attending the congress.

“This Congress gives us a message to respond quickly to the phenomenon of climate change. One of our efforts to prevent the impact of climate change is to utilize green and renewable energy,” said Sandiaga.

Source: Kemenparegraf

According to a Press release of Kemlo.go.id: Energy and Mineral Resources Minister Arifin Tasrif stated: “This congress is a flagship activity for policymakers inside and outside the hydropower industry to support energy security and achieve net zero emissions globally,” he said on the sidelines of the International Renewable Energy Agency (Irena) meeting in Abu Dhabi, UAE, Saturday local time.

As quoted from his official statement, Tasrif said that the congress will generate high-level policy statements, recommendations, and commitments that impact the sustainable growth of hydropower globally.

He explained that WHC discusses efforts to promote renewable energy and the development of future industries through hydropower plants (PLTA), the handling of environmental and social issues, as well as the strengthening of climate resilience to tackle drought and flood.

Source: Kemlo.go.id

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Bali, October 30, 2023

The Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy (Kemenparekraf) has been actively promoting sustainable tourism and village destinations, with a particular focus on Bali.

This initiative is in line with the global trend of sustainable tourism, which emphasizes the importance of preserving the environment and local culture while promoting tourism.

Minister of Tourism and Creative Economy, Sandiaga Salahuddin Uno promoted tourist villages and sustainable tourism at the 6th Tourism Expo Japan (TEJ) Ministerial Round Table.(Osaka, Japan, 26/10/2023).

Source: Kemenparegraf

Minister Sandiaga Uno’s Emphasis on Community Benefits

During a recent promotional event in Japan, the Minister of Tourism and Creative Economy, Sandiaga Uno, highlighted the significance of village tourism.

He stated, “Village tourism is not only about enjoying the beauty of nature but also about understanding and appreciating the local culture.” This approach ensures that tourists get a holistic experience, immersing themselves in the local way of life.

Furthermore, the ministry has been collaborating with various stakeholders, including local communities, to develop and promote these village destinations.

This collaborative approach ensures that the interests of the local community are taken into consideration, leading to a win-win situation for both tourists and locals.

Bali, has been at the forefront of this initiative. The island offers a plethora of village destinations, each with its unique charm and attractions.

Tourists can indulge in various activities, from traditional dance performances to handicraft workshops, providing them with a deep insight into the Balinese way of life.

Minister of Tourism and Creative Economy Sandiaga conveyed the Indonesian Government’s commitment to consistently support quality and sustainable tourism activities, as well as empowering local communities and communities through the development of Tourism Villages throughout Indonesia. “The tourism transformation that Indonesia is trying to carry out is how tourism can have a positive effect on local communities in various regions, with one of the locomotives being the development of Tourism Villages through programs such as the Indonesian Tourism Village Award.”

In addition, the Minister is also trying to continue to advance green tourism initiatives, through a number of programs that have received appreciation from the public, especially among Indonesia’s young generation. “Such as CHSE certification, carbon emission reduction and food loss and food waste programs,”

He added that the transformational steps taken intensively by Indonesia and the world have brought about a shift in the global tourism paradigm today and in the future. It is believed that world tourism will ultimately not only stop at the sustainability paradigm, but will go beyond that through the emergence of a regenerative tourism model that will improve and rejuvenate the environment. 

On this occasion the Minister was accompanied by the Deputy for Marketing of the Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy, Ni Made Ayu Marthini and the Deputy Ambassador of the Republic of Indonesia to Japan and the Federation of Micronesia, John Tjahjanto Bustami.

Ni Made Ayu Marthini explained that the TEJ Ministerial Round Table is an annual sub-event held as part of the series of Tourism Expo Japan (TEJ), one of the largest international tourism exhibition exchanges in Japan. “This sub-event is a discussion forum and knowledge sharing between global tourism industry stakeholders, including the Minister of Tourism from several invited countries and international tourism associations, to be able to share, discuss and dialogue constructively to advance the global tourism industry,” she stated.

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Bali, October 30, 2023

The Bali Governor appreciates the concerns and efforts of Sungai Watch to keep the rivers clean in Bali. S.M Mahendra Jaya had a meeting with the non-profit organization, Sungai Watch, regarding the handling of plastic waste in Bali, at the Bali Governor’s Meeting Room, on Wednesday (25/10/23).

Source: BaliProv

Governor’s Praise for NGO Efforts in River Conservation

Recently, the Acting Governor of Bali expressed his appreciation for the dedication shown by non-governmental organizations (NGOs) in their efforts to keep the rivers of Bali clean.

These NGOs have been instrumental in raising awareness about the importance of river cleanliness and have actively participated in various cleaning drives.

The Acting Governor emphasized the significance of these efforts, stating, “The role of NGOs in maintaining the cleanliness of rivers in Bali is very important. Their dedication is commendable, and it reflects the collective responsibility we all share in preserving our environment.”

“Trash in Bali is not sorted, that is the problem,” said Mahendra Jaya. He added that the Bali Provincial Government had planned from the start to close the Suwung TPA by shifting waste management in the Sarbagita area to the existing TPST and TPS3R. However, this is still hampered by waste processing capacity which is not yet optimal. “Previously we expected the Kertalangu TPST to be 400 tons per day but in practice it was only 150 tons, whereas waste production in Bali was 1100 tons per day for Sarbagita (Denpasar, Badung, Gianyar, Tabanan. ed),” he said.

Meanwhile, Sungai Watch Founder Gary Bencheghib said Sungai Watch is a non-profit organization/foundation that focuses on stopping the rate of plastic waste before it enters the sea by cleaning rivers by installing rubbish nets. Apart from cleaning activities, the organization also provides education and outreach to the surrounding community.

“We have identified more than 350 illegal dumpsites in Bali. We are trying to clean up all these illegal open dumpsites through weekly and emergency cleaning, but in the future we want the involvement of the District Government in curbing the increasingly mushrooming illegal landfills,” he concluded .

Source: BaliProv

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Indonesia, 29 October 2023

Marriott International continues its comprehensive sustainability roadmap aimed at addressing some of the world’s most critical social, environmental, and economic challenges. The company’s sustainability and social impact platform, ‘Serve 360: Doing Good in Every Direction’, embodies Marriott’s core value of “Serve Our World” and is strategically aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

Serve 360 encompasses four key priority areas, all of which reflect Marriott’s unwavering commitment to making a positive impact in the world: Nurture Our World, Sustain Responsible Operations, Empower Through Opportunity, and Welcome All and Advance Human Rights.

With sustainability embedded into every facet of the business, the company’s approach extends from hotel design to the guest experience, ensuring that sustainability is not just a concept but a lived reality. Marriott’s sustainability strategy is driven by a wide range of initiatives that have been fostered throughout its history of ‘putting people first’, giving back to communities, and operating more responsibly to Serve Our World. Marriott International’s sustainability strategy looks to Create Solutions and Act as Catalyst to transform Marriott to achieve Carbon Reduction Goals, Enable Responsible and Diverse Sourcing; and Deploy Solutions that Meet Customer Needs and Expectations.

Marriott International’s sustainability goals encompass the following:

1. Environmental Footprint Reduction by 2025:
   • Water: Reduce water intensity by 15%.
   • Carbon: Reduce carbon intensity by 30%.
   • Waste: Reduce waste to landfill by 45% and reduce food waste by 50%.
   • Renewable Energy: Achieve a minimum of 30% renewable electricity use.
2. Achieve 100% Sustainability Certification in all Marriott International Hotels by 2025
3. Responsible Sourcing Commitments by 2025:
   • Source 95% of products in the Top 10 priority categories responsibly, including animal proteins, bottled water, cleaning supplies, cocoa, coffee, guest room amenities, paper products, seafood, sugar, and textiles.
   • Locally source 50% of all produce.
   • Source 100% of eggs from cage-free sources.
4. In Asia Pacific (excluding Greater China), Marriott International plans to install more than 400 EV chargers by the end of 2025
5. Marriott International has set a long-term science-based target to reach net-zero value chain greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 2050

SUSTAINABILITY EFFORTS IN INDONESIA

Over 40 hotels in Indonesia created hydroponic Herb Gardens to supply signature restaurants with fresh herbs and salads. Over the last year, W Bali – Seminyak managed to source at least 15% of their fresh produce ingredients in procurement value from its on-site garden, which produces fresh fruits and vegetables, microgreens, herbs, and edible flowers.

Some of other hotels that have its own on-site garden are The St. Regis Bali Resort, Nusa Dua; Sthala, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, Ubud Bali; Yogyakarta Marriott Hotel; Renaissance Bali Nusa Dua Resort; The Mayflower, Jakarta – Marriott Executive Apartments; Courtyard by Marriott Bandung Dago; Renaissance Bali Uluwatu Resort & Spa; The Westin Resort Nusa Dua, Bali; Mandapa, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve; Aloft Bali Seminyak; The Ritz-Carlton, Bali; Four Points by Sheraton Batam; and more.

The Westin Jakarta partners with Bluebird Group to provide guests with a sustainable and luxury car ride. Using BMW iX and Hyundai IONIQ, guests can navigate across the city, and including to and from the airport. The electric vehicle produces zero carbon emissions. Sheraton Bandung Hotel & Towers has also installed Electronic Vehicle Charging Station in the hotel’s premises. 

In collaboration with the Nusa Dua Reef Foundation, The St. Regis Bali Resort takes part in conservation efforts by the local community to provide new homes for reef life and encourage coral growth. Under the guidance of knowledgeable marine professionals, divers of all experience levels are welcomed to descend into the unparalleled tranquillity of the deep, exploring the abundant sea life while gaining a deeper understanding of the coral reef. 

Sheraton Senggigi Beach Resort reduces its food waste by composting surplus foods in confined areas to decay via natural biological processes, yielding healthy compost to be used for growing greens at the Chef’s Garden. These greens will be used as ingredients in food and beverages served at the resort. Sthala, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, Ubud Bali adapts the waste disposal system of Balinese ancestors and install “Modern Teba” that utilizes bacteria to speed up the process of decomposing organic waste. 

Various Marriott International Portfolio of Hotels and Resorts are partnering with external institutions to support the community and reduce food waste by distributing surplus food to those in need. Some of the hotels that participates in this programme are Renaissance Bali Uluwatu Resort & Spa; Four Points by Sheraton Jakarta, Thamrin; Four Points by Sheraton Bandung; W Bali – Seminyak; The Laguna, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Nusa Dua, Bali; Le Meridien Bali Jimbaran; and more.

In 2018 Marriott International announced to remove single use plastic straws and plastic stirrers across all hotels around the world. The company is estimated to eliminate the use of more than 1 billion plastic straws per year. In 2019 the company announced plans to replace tiny, single-use toiletry bottles of shampoo, conditioner and bath gel in guestroom showers with larger, pump topped bottles.

The Laguna, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Nusa Dua, Bali and The St. Regis Bali Resort are partnering with Biosystems Indonesia to produce pure, refreshing drinking water with a pH level of 7.19 using a process known as Sea Water Reverse Osmosis (SWRO), passing water through a nano-membrane ultra-filtration system. The sustainably sourced glass bottles are then sanitized through a high-pressure ozone and UV light process, effectively eliminating all biological contaminants. The highly efficient system allows the plant to refill 10,000 bottles a day, as well as providing the option to make sparkling water.

Marriott International invites its employees, partners, and stakeholders to join in this collective effort to drive positive change in the world. Together, they will be instrumental in ensuring that Marriott’s Serve 360: Doing Good in Every Direction initiative continues to make a meaningful impact on global sustainability. Discover how Marriott International is empowering communities through Serve 360 at Serve360.marriott.com. 

About Marriott International

Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) is based in Bethesda, Maryland, USA, and encompasses a portfolio of nearly 8,600 properties under 31 leading brands spanning 139 countries and territories. Marriott operates and franchises hotels and licenses vacation ownership resorts all around the world. The company offers Marriott Bonvoy®, its highly awarded travel program. For more information, please visit our website at www.marriott.com. In addition, connect with us on Facebook and @MarriottIntl on Twitter and Instagram.

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