Marriott International offers visitors meaningful travel experiences across APAC

With many looking forward to travelling again after the pandemic, Marriott International has rolled out a programme across markets in APAC to excite consumers for the travels to come, offering them opportunities to forge first-hand connections with local communities and the environment during their stay.

The programme "Good Travel with Marriott Bonvoy" includes 15 Marriott International hotels offering curated purpose-driven experiences that focus on three distinct pillars: environmental protection, which aims to support the resiliency of the natural environment due to environmental degradation, pollution and climate change; community engagement, aiming at creating a positive impact in the communities where Marriott International properties operate through cultural education or volunteerism; and marine conservation, which aims to restore and preserve marine ecosystems and species.

"The launch of this programme aspires to shift the way vacations are perceived – from pure leisure to value-adding opportunities to learn more about the natural environment and forge new connections with the local community," said Bart Buiring, chief sales and marketing officer of Marriott International Asia Pacific.

In Hong Kong, Sheraton Tung Chung is one of the participating hotels as its programme "Bee-Together" offers guests the experience of what it’s like to be a beekeeper and learn about the importance of bees to biodiversity and their crucial role in maintaining ecological balance in collaboration with Mui Wo Lychee Hill Holiday Farm. 

Meanwhile, Marriott International has also highlighted some of its community efforts last year. From donating essential items to providing special rates and stays for frontline workers, associates from hotels across APAC volunteered over 200,000 hours to serve most needy communities.

“Our ambition is to expand the programme to most of our Asia Pacific leisure destinations over time, and be ready to welcome guests with meaningful travel experiences once travel returns," said Buiring.

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