SOURCE: Marriott Get Away From the Hustle and Bustle of Life and Revive at Sydney Harbour Marriott SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA–(Marketwire – August 6, 2010) –  A city surrounded by water, Sydney is a fusion of spectacular architecture and white beaches. Set amongst native bushland and lush national parks, the key to this city’s identity is its harbor — a perfect location for reflection, relaxation, and an escape from both burdens and boredom

SOURCE: Marriott Book Now for Whale Watching at the Courtyard Surfers Paradise Resort SURFERS PARADISE, AUSTRALIA–(Marketwire – August 6, 2010) –  Whether catching a wave or catching dinner, the Gold Coast, Queensland is frequented by millions of visitors for its sunny, sub-tropical climate and some of the best surfing in the world. As far back as its discovery by Captain James Cook, the Gold Coast area has always impressed and delighted visitors. From Surfer’s Paradise to Snapper’s Rock, these beautiful Gold Coast hotel s and beaches are simply unmatched, and offer every variety of fun in the sun, including whale watching.

SOURCE: Marriott Make It a Night ‘In the City’ in Downtown Louisville LOUISVILLE, KY–(Marketwire – August 6, 2010) –  Rock to the legendary sounds of The Eagles and make Oct.

SOURCE: Marriott Crystal City Marriott Welcome Kids to Make a Splash at the Hotel Pool ARLINGTON, VA–(Marketwire – August 6, 2010) –  Kids are invited to make a splash with family-friendly DCA hotel deals designed with the traveling family in mind at the Crystal City Marriott at Reagan National Airport in Arlington, VA.

SOURCE: Marriott Art Collection Breathes Excitement Into Hotel Experience LOS ANGELES, CA–(Marketwire – August 6, 2010) – Guests and visitors alike will appreciate the added touch of artistic beauty portrayed through the internationally acclaimed art collection that lives within and exemplifies the beauty of the Renaissance Los Angeles Airport Hotel. Tastefully hailed at “A Hotel Less Ordinary,” this magnificent art exhibit exhorts the contemporary design of this luxury hotel in Los Angeles and beautifully adorns its stately lobby. This ‘Hotel Less Ordinary’ features a 30-piece collection of landscapes, figurative, still life and abstract artworks researched and selected by Josetta Sbeglia, private art consultant.

SOURCE: Marriott More Rewards and More Savings — up to $10,000 Credit to Master — at This Premier Hollywood Hotel HOLLYWOOD, CA–(Marketwire – August 6, 2010) –  Savvy executives and corporate business planners will want to take note of an extraordinary special offer from the Renaissance Hollywood Hotel & Spa that provides incredible value for world-class meeting accommodations in Hollywood. Event planners can take advantage of the hotel’s 2010-2011 value dates to receive exceptional discounts, valuable bonus awards, and a Red Carpet Welcome Reception in addition to the potential to earn up to $10,000 credit to master. Situated in an unrivaled location at the corner of Hollywood and Highland adjacent to the renowned Kodak Theater, the Renaissance Hollywood Hotel & Spa offers stylish and sophisticated guest accommodations and state-of-the-art facilities.

SOURCE: Marriott Take Advantage of ‘Free Lunch or Dinner’ With Government Hotel Package PLANTATION, FL–(Marketwire – August 6, 2010) –  Shadowing the government in an effort to stimulate the economy, the Residence Inn Fort Lauderdale Plantation hotel is offering guests free meals with its new “Government Package” available through Sept. 30, 2010.

SOURCE: Marriott New Entrees Feature Locally Grown Products With an Intriguing Twist BROOMFIELD, CO–(Marketwire – August 6, 2010) –  Indigenous, intriguing, independent and totally tantalizing! These words describe the new summer menu items debuting at the Flatz Grille and Lounge located inside the Renaissance Boulder FlatIron Hotel, where distinctive service and award-winning entrees define the atmosphere of sophisticated Broomfield, Colorado restaurants . This summer, the Renaissance Hotels’ “Chef of the Year” at the Flatz is capitalizing the “I” in dining to define the new menu items as Indigenous, Intriguing and Independent at this four-star restaurant