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American Express Introduces New Limited-Time Offers for U.S. Consumer and Business Delta SkyMiles®, Hilton Honors® and Marriott Bonvoy™ Card Members

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Monday, February 1, 2021
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Today, American Express (NYSE: AXP) is launching new offers for eligible1 U.S. Consumer and Business Delta SkyMiles, Hilton Honors and Marriott Bonvoy Card Members.

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  • Today, American Express (NYSE: AXP) is launching new offers for eligible1 U.S. Consumer and Business Delta SkyMiles, Hilton Honors and Marriott Bonvoy Card Members.
  • To be eligible for these offers, U.S. Consumer and Business Delta SkyMiles, Hilton Honors, and Marriott Bonvoy American Express Card Members1 must have a Card as of January 1, 2021 and must enroll via Amex Offers.
  • 3 Eligibility for this offer includes Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant, Marriott Bonvoy Business, and select Marriott Bonvoy Card Members.
  • 1: Must be an eligible Delta SkyMiles or Hilton Honors or Marriott Bonvoy American Express Card Member as of January 1, 2021.

Marriott International Continues Asia Pacific Growth With Nearly 100 Properties Expected To Open In 2021

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Monday, January 18, 2021
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HONG KONG, Jan. 18, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Marriott International, Inc. (Nasdaq: MAR) continues to expand its portfolio, expecting to open 100 properties in Asia Pacific in 2021, bringing more brands and experiences to new destinations for guests across the region.

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  • HONG KONG, Jan. 18, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Marriott International, Inc. (Nasdaq: MAR) continues to expand its portfolio, expecting to open 100 properties in Asia Pacific in 2021, bringing more brands and experiences to new destinations for guests across the region.
  • We remain well-positioned to meet the travel demands of our guests across Asia Pacific and the rest of the world."
  • Beyond Greater China, Marriott International continues to strengthen its footprint, with several expected brand debuts across Asia Pacific in 2021.
  • "The strength of our pipeline is testament to the long-term growth prospects in Asia Pacific," said Paul Foskey, Chief Development Officer, Asia Pacific, Marriott International.

Sotherly Hotels Inc. Schedules Fourth Quarter 2020 Earnings Release and Conference Call

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Wednesday, January 13, 2021
Hospitality industry, Tourism, Travel, OpenTravel Alliance, Marriott International, Hyatt, Hilton Worldwide, Marriott, Hotel, Park Hotels & Resorts

WILLIAMSBURG, Va., Jan. 13, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sotherly Hotels Inc. (NASDAQ: SOHO) (the Company) announced that the Company will report financial results for the fourth quarter 2020 prior to the market opening on Thursday, March 4, 2021.

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  • WILLIAMSBURG, Va., Jan. 13, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sotherly Hotels Inc. (NASDAQ: SOHO) (the Company) announced that the Company will report financial results for the fourth quarter 2020 prior to the market opening on Thursday, March 4, 2021.
  • A conference call for investors and other interested parties is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time (ET) that same day, at which time management will discuss the Companys fourth quarter 2020 results.
  • Sotherly Hotels Inc. is a self-managed and self-administered lodging REIT focused on the acquisition, renovation, upbranding and repositioning of upscale to upper-upscale full-service hotels in the Southern United States.
  • The Company owns hotels that operate under the Hilton Worldwide, Marriott International, Inc., and Hyatt Hotels Corporation brands, as well as independent hotels.

Marriott Vacations Worldwide Announces the Promotion of John E. Geller, Jr. to President

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Monday, January 4, 2021
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ORLANDO, Fla., Jan.4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Today, Marriott Vacations Worldwide Corporation (NYSE:VAC) is pleased to announce the promotion of John E. Geller, Jr. to the position of president of Marriott Vacations Worldwide, along with the continuation of his current role as chief financial officer.

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  • ORLANDO, Fla., Jan.4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Today, Marriott Vacations Worldwide Corporation (NYSE:VAC) is pleased to announce the promotion of John E. Geller, Jr. to the position of president of Marriott Vacations Worldwide, along with the continuation of his current role as chief financial officer.
  • Mr. Geller joined Marriott International in 2005 where he served as senior vice president and chief internal audit and information security officer.
  • "As we move into 2021 with hopes of continued recovery in the economy, it is my profound pleasure to announce this exciting change to our executive leadership team and structure," said Stephen P. Weisz, CEO, Marriott Vacations Worldwide.
  • Marriott Vacations Worldwide Corporation is a leading global vacation company that offers vacation ownership, exchange, rental and resort and property management, along with related businesses, products and services.

Marriott International Announces COVID-19 Testing Availability And Optional Health Protocols For Groups In Expansion Of Connect With Confidence Initiative

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Thursday, December 17, 2020
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Meeting professionals may select optional health protocols for meetings and events at Gaylord Hotels and Resorts in Florida, Tennessee, Texas, and Colorado as soon as January 2021.

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  • Meeting professionals may select optional health protocols for meetings and events at Gaylord Hotels and Resorts in Florida, Tennessee, Texas, and Colorado as soon as January 2021.
  • In the weeks that follow, the health protocols are expected to be available for selection at certain other Marriott branded hotels throughout the United States.
  • Optional health protocols for meeting professionals to consider include:
    Marriott introduced its Global Cleanliness Council and Commitment to Clean earlier this year.
  • "These new health protocols provide options for meeting professionals as they plan and host meetings, conferences, and events," said Tammy Routh, Senior Vice President, Global Sales Organization for Marriott International.

Crescent Hotels & Resorts opens brand new Residence Inn Milwaukee Brookfield

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Monday, December 14, 2020
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BROOKEFIELD, Wis., Dec. 14, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Crescent Hotels & Resorts has opened the brand new Residence Inn Milwaukee Brookfield.

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  • BROOKEFIELD, Wis., Dec. 14, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Crescent Hotels & Resorts has opened the brand new Residence Inn Milwaukee Brookfield.
  • "With 850 locations and twice the footprint of its next largest competitor, Residence Inn by Marriott created and defined the extended stay lodging category," said Residence Inn Milwaukee Brookfield General Manager Mark Ostendorf.
  • "Crescent has overseen the construction and opening of numerous properties in our portfolio," said Michael George, chief executive officer of Crescent Hotels & Resorts.
  • Crescent Hotels & Resorts is an award winning, nationally recognized, operator of hotels and resorts.

Chatham Lodging Trust Completes Opportunistic Sale of Residence Inn by Marriott San Diego Mission Valley

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Tuesday, December 1, 2020
Commercial Building & Real Estate, Construction & Property, REIT, Building Systems, Other Travel, Lodging, Other Construction & Property, Destinations, Residential Building & Real Estate, Travel, Tourism, Hospitality industry, Travel, Marriott, Hotel

Chatham Lodging Trust (NYSE: CLDT), a lodging real estate investment trust (REIT) that invests in upscale, extended-stay hotels and premium-branded, select-service hotels, has completed the sale of the 192-room Residence by Marriott San Diego Mission Valley for $67 million, or approximately $349,000 per room, to the San Diego Housing Commission (SDHC).

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  • Chatham Lodging Trust (NYSE: CLDT), a lodging real estate investment trust (REIT) that invests in upscale, extended-stay hotels and premium-branded, select-service hotels, has completed the sale of the 192-room Residence by Marriott San Diego Mission Valley for $67 million, or approximately $349,000 per room, to the San Diego Housing Commission (SDHC).
  • After sales related expenses, including Marriott termination fees, remaining net proceeds of approximately $38 million will be used to repay credit facility borrowings.
  • This has been a home-run investment for Chatham and is a win/win for both Chatham and the SDHC.
  • Chatham Lodging Trust is a self-advised, publicly traded real estate investment trust focused primarily on investing in upscale, extended-stay hotels and premium-branded, select-service hotels.

Marriott Vacations Worldwide Welcomes Lori Gustafson as Executive Vice President and Chief Brand and Digital Strategy Officer

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Monday, November 30, 2020
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ORLANDO, Fla., Nov. 30, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Marriott Vacations Worldwide Corporation (NYSE: VAC) announced Lori Gustafson as the company's new executive vice president and chief brand and digital strategy officer.

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  • ORLANDO, Fla., Nov. 30, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Marriott Vacations Worldwide Corporation (NYSE: VAC) announced Lori Gustafson as the company's new executive vice president and chief brand and digital strategy officer.
  • In her new role, Ms. Gustafson will be responsible for the enterprise's globalbrand footprint and driving growth and customer satisfaction through digital innovation.
  • "I am excited to welcome Lori to our Marriott Vacations Worldwide family," said Stephen P. Weisz, president and chief executive officer.
  • "I'm looking forward to building on the company's incredible success and accelerating digital capabilities that will transform our customer experience."

Marriott Vacations Worldwide Corporation to Present at the Barclays Eat, Sleep, Play Conference on December 2, 2020

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Friday, November 13, 2020
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ORLANDO, Fla., Nov. 13, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Marriott Vacations Worldwide Corporation (NYSE: VAC) announced today that John Geller, executive vice president and chief financial and administrative officer, will participate in a fireside chat at the Barclays Eat, Sleep, Play Conference on Wednesday, December 2, 2020 at 1:00 p.m.

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  • ORLANDO, Fla., Nov. 13, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Marriott Vacations Worldwide Corporation (NYSE: VAC) announced today that John Geller, executive vice president and chief financial and administrative officer, will participate in a fireside chat at the Barclays Eat, Sleep, Play Conference on Wednesday, December 2, 2020 at 1:00 p.m.
  • A live webcast will be available in the Investor Relations section of the company's website at ir.mvwc.com .
  • The webcast will also be available on the company's website for 30 days following the call.
  • Marriott Vacations Worldwide Corporation is a leading global vacation company that offers vacation ownership, exchange, rental and resort and property management, along with related businesses, products and services.

ICO fines Marriott International Inc £18.4million for failing to keep customers’ personal data secure

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Friday, October 30, 2020
OpenTravel Alliance, Travel, Marriott International, Video games, Creative works, Marriott, Starwood, Ico

The ICO has fined Marriott International Inc 18.4million for failing to keep millions of customers personal data secure.

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  • The ICO has fined Marriott International Inc 18.4million for failing to keep millions of customers personal data secure.
  • Marriott estimates that 339 million guest records worldwide were affected following a cyber-attack in 2014 on Starwood Hotels and Resorts Worldwide Inc.
  • The attack, from an unknown source, remained undetected until September 2018, by which time the company had been acquired by Marriott.
  • The ICO acknowledges that Marriott acted promptly to contact customers and the ICO.