A Summer to Remember at Marriott

 More New Summer Travel Deals from Marriott.com That Promise Adventure and

                                 Excitement



    BETHESDA, Md., Aug. 19 /EMWNews/ -- Thinking about catching a

concert, unwinding at a spa, or visiting a museum -- Marriott

International, Inc. (NYSE: MAR), is offering great packages and travel

deals just in time for one more summer getaway. With more than 3,000

locations worldwide, there is a Marriott hotel to fit all your travel

needs. Visit http://www.marriott.com/specials and search by city or hotel name.

Here are a few examples:



    -- Get your Groove On At the Aruba Marriott: Travelers can join the

Congo line with a Music Festival Package - Get Your Groove On with Aruba

Marriott, headlining Gloria Estefan and REO Speedwagon. This Aruba Travel

deal boasts accommodations, complimentary tickets for two with preferred

seating to the concerts at prices starting at $259 and is available through

October 12, 2008. Upgraded packages with Tradewinds Club and Gold Circle

seating are also available. For more information, or reservations go online

or call (800) 223-6388 and ask for promotional code M16.



    -- Relax and Revive in Istanbul: Soak away all worries with Escape Spa

Package at the Istanbul Marriott Hotel Asia Turkish bath and let the

Palestra Spa masseuse relieve the stress of the day. This escape spa

package features accommodation in a deluxe room, breakfast buffet and a

50-minute Marriott Signature massage as well as access to the

state-of-the-art spa and fitness club. Ranging from euro 169-329 (about

$263 - $513 as of Aug. 1, 2008) this package promises to recharge any

traveler. Go online or call (800) 228-9290 in the US and ask for

promotional code SPA. Offer valid through December 30, 2008.



    -- Pro for a Day in Ireland: Experience golf like a pro with the Play

the Irish Open Championship Course and Stay at the Limerick Marriott Hotel

Ireland golf package. The offer includes bed, breakfast and dinner, plus a

round of golf at the nearby prestigious Adare Manor Golf Resort. Concierge

pampers the guest from the moment they check in, with valet parking. Unwind

after a day of golfing at the hotel's Savoy Bar for a pre-dinner cocktail.

For reservation, call (800) 228-9290 or go online with promotion code GOF.

Package range is euro 245-380 (about $382 - $592 USD as of Aug. 1, 2008)

and is valid Thursday - Sunday until April 29, 2009.



    -- Kids Go Quack in London: A travel deal that entertains children and

gives parents a break is the new Family Duck Weekend - Fun at the

Renaissance Chancery Court London Package that includes accommodation for a

family of four for two nights, breakfast, 70 minute Duck Tour around London

and duck treats from cookies to lollipops. Children are greeted at the door

with duck passports to gather stamps for their activities throughout the

weekend adventure. For parents, the hotel's central location allows for

shopping at Covent Garden or enjoyment at the multitude of restaurants and

theaters in the West End. The package is available from 395.00 pounds

Sterling (about $783 USD as of Aug. 1, 2008) per room, based on a family of

four on Friday, Saturday, Sunday night stays only, and is valid through

July 12, 2009, promotional code MAJ. For reservation go online to

http://www.marriott.com



    -- Jack the Ripper Sighting in London: Marriott West India Quay Hotel

offers vacationers something out of the ordinary with its Museum of

Docklands Jack the Ripper Package. Along with two tickets to the exciting

Jack the Ripper Exhibit that is on tour at the Museum of Docklands, guest

are treated to an upgraded room, complimentary continental breakfast,

evening canapés, desserts and refreshments at the executive lounge. This

thrilling expedition is sure to intrigue any adventurer. For reservation,

go online to Marriott.com and use promotional code EB5. The promotion is

valid through November 1, 2008 and starts at 136.00 pounds (about $269 USD

as of Aug. 1, 2008).



    -- The Fertile Turtle on Marco Island: Florida's Marco Island Marriott

Beach Resort entices couples to conceive while on vacation with the Fertile

Turtle package. As sea turtles are known as a symbol of fertility,

lovebirds have the opportunity to watch sea turtles eggs hatch, right on

the resort's very own three-mile stretch of beach, while trying to

fertilize an egg of their own. A portion of the package proceeds will

benefit the Sea Turtle Monitoring & Protection Project of the Conservancy

for Southwest Florida. This grow-the-family getaway, which is only

available during sea turtle mating season (now through October 31), starts

at $399 per couple, per night and includes: a Gulf-view guestroom with a do

not disturb sign, tea with natural pregnancy-enhancing qualities; couples

massage with fertility-promoting aromatherapy; commemorative photo album to

capture the memories of this special vacation. Couples who conceive during

their stay will provide a complimentary three-night stay for a return

visit. To book the Fertile Turtle Package, please call the Personal

Vacation Planners at (800) GET-HERE. For Marco Island Marriott Beach Resort

information, please visit http://www.marcoislandmarriott.com .



    -- Renew Yourself in the Scottsdale Desert: Named one of the top spa

resorts in the world by Travel & Leisure magazine, the Camelback Inn: A JW

Marriott Resort and Spa in Scottsdale, Arizona, is offering guests a chance

to relax and renew at unbelievable prices. The Spa Renew Package includes a

deluxe room and a one hour Swedish massage for $169 a night. The package is

valid for stays through September 30, 2008. To make reservations, call

1-877-601-2492 or go to http://www.camelbackstay.com and enter the promotional

code SMPH.



    -- DC has Staying Power: Whether enjoying cultural events, theatres,

museums and monuments or exploring one of DC's vibrant neighborhoods; two

days is too short to experience all that Washington DC has to offer.

Marriott and Renaissance Hotels of Washington, DC in association with

Destination DC are offering a travel deal that stretches your weekend

without shrinking your wallet, the Staying Power Weekend Washington DC

hotel package. Now through January 4, 2009 the Staying Power Weekend

package allows guests to save more money, the longer they stay. Plan ahead,

stay longer, and save more: 30% off of a 3-night stay or 40% off of a

4-night stay and $100 Bonus Bucks(R) coupon when you stay at a Marriott or

JW Marriott hotel or a $100 Savvy Savings certificate when you stay at a

Renaissance hotel to use toward a future 2-night paid stay. Rates range

from $71 - $181. Advance purchased required. Pre-payment is non-refundable.

For a list of participating hotels, more information or reservations,

please call (800) 834-6418 or visit http://www.marriottDChotels.com . Refer to

promotional code C77.



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