Marriott Hotels and Resorts, like other hotel companies, took the bumpy path created through the Covid-19 pandemic. There are many twists and turns, however, some of the world’s regional purses are emerging symptoms of revitalization faster than others. Try to build investor confidence while following foreign rules and encourage consumers to monitor coronavirus prevention measures at the destination.
Diana Plazas, Director of Sales and Marketing at Marriott International for the Caribbean and Latin America, explains the functionality of the region and what Marriott Bonvoy members can expect when they start planning their long-term trips.
During the global pandemic, Marriott has advanced with the opening of several new hotels in Latin America. Why is Marriott so positive in the region?
Despite the existing business climate, we have been able to plan hotel openings and sign several new contracts, such as the W Gramado in Brazil, which is expected to open in 2024, is a sign of confidence in our company. brands that we are very proud of.
Latin America has been an expansion region for Marriott International, and we continue to see long-term expansion prospects. Currently, we have 272 hotels in 33 countries representing 20 of Marriott International’s 30 global brands.
Where can Marriott Bonvoy enthusiasts open new hotel openings in the area?
We opened nine hotels this year, adding the AC through Marriott in Santiago, Chile, in January, and the recent highest being the Fairfield through Marriott in Lima, Peru, we plan to open 3 more in the coming months: Marriott Buenos Aires, Residence Inn through Marriott Bogotá and Aloft Ponce, Puerto Rico.
With the slow lifting of some restrictions, how do you see the winter season in the Caribbean and Latin America?
We’re seeing renewed interest in Puerto Rico, the Dominican Republic, Grand Cayman, and Aruba, as well as the Mexican Caribbean. According to a Virtuoso survey in August, 76% of travelers dream of a beach destination in the fall and winter, and Expect bookings to reflect this trend.
The reopening of destinations and more air bridges will be essential for the start of the winter season and, with the restrictions in place for some trips abroad, the booking windows have been shortened much more, meaning that many lers make more last-minute trips. Decisions.
Most of our hotels in the Caribbean and Mexico are open and have implemented measures, what we call Marriott’s blanking commitment, to ensure that visitors feel confident when they stay with us. These measures come with rigorous blanking protocols, social distance Measures and internal masking.
Many brands offer promotions. What can Marriott Bonvoy members expect?
Marriott Bonvoy members can earn 2500 bonus issues for staying until October 18 and a one-time bonus of 5000 issues after 3 remain. There is no restriction on the amount of bonus emissions that travelers can earn.
Marriott also awards elite night bonus credits to members who succeed at the next prestige point faster. Members will earn a 50% bonus on the elite nights required to succeed at the next prestige point. number of nights they will earn will be based on your 2019 point’s Annual “Elite Night Credit” Requirement.
If you had gold prestige last year, which requires 25 nights to be reached, Marriott Bonvoy has deposited thirteen elite nights into your account over the summer to give it a touch of prestige next year. the variety of a 2020 “annual selection merit,” which is a popular merit for elite members.
In addition, elite members of other hotel systems would possibly participate in a prestige equalization opportunity if they are interested in an accelerated path to Marriott Bonvoy’s elite prestige. All they want to do is show evidence of the elite prestige of the loyalty program beyond 12 months and remain a secure number of Marriott nights within 90 days of application to retain the new prestige.
There is a new “what to expect” feature on the hotel page in Marriott. com. What is it?
Each hotel’s online page has a compromised link that explains how Marriott raises cleanliness standards and adjusts hospitality standards at this hotel. The feature also stores the espresso and gadget that consumers can expect, in reaction to the existing environment, when they stay there.
Prior to the pandemic, Marriott had announced plans for some all-inclusive resorts. Is this assignment in progress?
Our all-inclusive platform is attracting a lot of interest from Marriott Bonvoy enthusiasts and potential investors. We have just announced an eighth assignment: Delta through Marriott Riviera Nayarit All Inclusive in Mexico, a conversion of an existing property. The seven allocations announced in the past are basically new homes scheduled to open between 2021 and 2024.
While these all-inclusive projects continue to work as planned, The Waves Hotel
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