Marriott International News

The journey of the largest hotel chain in the world, Marriott International, Inc. – now with more than seven thousand hotel, residential, and timeshare properties – began with a root-beer stand in Washington, D.C. in 1927 started by J. Willard and Alice S. Marriott. Following its $13.3 billion acquisition of Starwood Hotels & Resorts in 2016, it became the largest global hotel company. It currently commands a mammoth portfolio of more than two dozen hotel brands such as JW Marriott Hotels, The Ritz-Carlton, The Luxury Collection, Delta Hotels, Marriott Vacation Club, Le Méridien, Sheraton Hotels and Resorts, Courtyard, Fairfield, and W Hotels. Its properties contain nearly a million and a half rooms worldwide. Through its premier loyalty program Bonvoy, it is engaged in partnerships with the likes of United Airlines, Uber, American Express, Hertz, and others to optimize customer engagement.

Hotels

Big Money in the Big Fat Indian Wedding

The “I do” in Indian weddings is a multi-million-dollar extravaganza that will make your head spin faster than the bride and groom during their eleventh outfit change.

Big Money in the Big Fat Indian Wedding

Hotels

Ritz Carlton in Saudi Set to Be Most Expensive Hotel in the Middle East

Twice the price of The Plaza, more than the Maldives and outdoing Dubai, Saudi Arabia means business with its luxury hotel expansion.

Ritz Carlton in Saudi Set to Be Most Expensive Hotel in the Middle East

Daily Lodging Report

MGM Collection with Marriott Bonvoy Launches

MGM Collection with Marriott Bonvoy, the brand created by MGM Resorts International and Marriott International, is now accepting reservations for 16 hotel and resort destinations on Marriott's website and app. 

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Marriott and MGM Resorts Loyalty Tie-Up Goes Live

Marriott's strategic move not only aims to boost hotel revenue but also provides travelers with loyalty redemption opportunities for MGM Resorts entertainment.

Marriott and MGM Resorts Loyalty Tie-Up Goes Live

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Marriott Plans 12 Hotel Openings in India in 2024, Shimla to Get a Ritz-Carlton in 2029

Marriott's hotel growth in India shows it is thinking strategically about India's growth, offering options for different budgets. The hotel chain is making sure it covers all the bases and includes everyone as it expands.

Marriott Plans 12 Hotel Openings in India in 2024, Shimla to Get a Ritz-Carlton in 2029

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Marriott Bonvoy Adds 200 Millionth Member as Hotel Loyalty Race Heats Up

Marriott Bonvoy signed up the 200 millionth member as the loyalty program aims to retain its title as the world's largest – Hilton Honors is hot on its tail.

Marriott Bonvoy Adds 200 Millionth Member as Hotel Loyalty Race Heats Up

Daily Lodging Report

Marriott’s Massive Expansion Across the Caribbean and Latin America

Marriott International announced a year of robust room signings and additions across the Caribbean and Latin America in 2023. The Company nearly doubled its number of organic deal signings in the region versus the prior year.

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CoStar Faces Lawsuit Alleging It Helped Luxury Hotels Fix Room Prices

CoStar Group faces a consumer class action lawsuit alleging it conspired with luxury hotel operators like Marriott and Hilton to boost room rates artificially.

CoStar Faces Lawsuit Alleging It Helped Luxury Hotels Fix Room Prices

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Marriott Vs. Hilton: What Their Earnings Say

Today's podcast looks at Marriott and Hilton's top annual report takeaways, Airbnb's artificial intelligence pathway to new verticals, and American Express' new largest Centurion Lounge.

Marriott Vs. Hilton: What Their Earnings Say

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Marriott and Hilton: 12 Takeaways From Their Annual Reports

A dozen things jumped out at Skift when looking at Marriott and Hilton's annual financial filings. Points range from the performance of their loyalty programs to how they're taking market share.

Marriott and Hilton: 12 Takeaways From Their Annual Reports