Marriott International Asia Pacific excluding China (APEC) today unveiled a series of new, enhanced guest experiences under Good Travel with Marriott BonvoyTM, a program that enables intentional travel across the region. With almost 100 experiences offered across close to 80 hotels in 12 APEC markets, Good Travel with Marriott BonvoyTM offers guests the opportunity to forge deeper connections with the destinations and local communities they visit.

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Centered around two main pillars—Community and Environment – the current program provides a variety of enriching experiences for guests across the region to explore what matters to the places they visit and discover how they can get involved. With a robust line-up of experiences, the Good Travel with Marriott BonvoyTM program is well-positioned to support intentional travel and serve as a trusted platform for travelers seeking a deeper understanding of local cultures and opportunities to contribute positively to local communities and ecosystems.

“The enhanced Good Travel with Marriott BonvoyTM program reinforces our commitment to delivering meaningful experiences for guests when they stay with us. Today’s travelers want to travel with intention. They are looking to go deeper and truly understand the unique character of the destinations they visit. Good Travel with Marriott BonvoyTM also underscores our commitment to connecting people through the power of travel and serving our world, supporting local communities and environments,” said John Toomey, Chief Commercial Officer, Marriott International, APEC.

Each Good Travel with Marriott BonvoyTM experience is thoughtfully crafted to bring guests closer to the cultural fabric that shapes each destination and enables guests to learn more about local environments and communities. Through engaging, hands-on activities, guests can foster meaningful connections and make a positive difference to the destination they visit. A wide range of bespoke experiences are available only to hotel guests, with the full details available at Good Travel with Marriott BonvoyTM.

A total of 99 Good Travel with Marriott BonvoyTM experiences Asia Pacific excluding China (APEC) with 14 experiences in the Maldives which include:

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Adopt a coral with The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort and Sheraton Full Moon Maldives Resort & Spa

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Guests take part in a hands-on coral restoration project where they’ll join an in-house Marine Biologist led by Reefscapers, and participate in an interactive activity by planting small coral fragments on a frame. These frames, subsequently placed in the water, grow and mature into new coral colonies in the resort’s lagoon. The resort team posts regular updates online, so guests can follow the growth of their coral from home. Guests will also receive photo updates twice a year as the coral colonies mature and flourish. This project also is designed to serve as a stable source of income for the local community as the coral frames used in the project are designed and made on Fulhadhoo, a local island in Baa Atoll, providing employment for local residents.

Under the sea and around the island with The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands

The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands invite guests to embark on an educational journey under the sea and around the islands and make meaningful contribution to the restoration of local coral ecosystems. Activities span from Ocean Discovery through VR, Little Conservationist, Eco Heroes to An Expedition of Microplastics.

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Immerse in the Maldivian Way of Living – A Local Island Excursion with The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort
In partnership with our Dive Center partners AQUA, this program offers guests a chance to thoughtfully immerse in the Maldivian way of living. Guests are invited to visit cultural and historical landmarks, family- run and small businesses, local markets, as well as community institutions and educational centers. This experience allows guests to deepen their connection with the Maldives and make meaningful contribution to the local communities.

Protect Coastline with INVENA Project with JW Marriott Maldives Kaafu Atoll Island Resort

Explore Kaafu Atoll’s rich ecosystem of coral reefs with JW Marriott Kaafu Atoll Island Resort and learn about an innovative project that protects surrounding waters and coastline. The INVENA Project, developed in collaboration with MIT, is a climate adaptation solution designed to protect shorelines while supporting marine ecosystems and local communities.

Family Foraging with Le Meridien Maldives Resort & Spa

Join Le Meridien Maldives Resort & Spa for a visit to one of the largest greenhouses in the Maldives to learn about hydroponic farming method and how it supports year-round food production in land-scarce countries such as the Maldives.

A Community Experience Preserving Maldivian Heritage with JW Marriott Maldives Resort & Spa

Guests may embark on an immersive cultural journey to explore and help preserve the beauty of Maldivian heritage.They can immerseand practice atraditional festival dance,enjoyfamily recipes and food traditions passed down for generations. Through stories, food, and music, this experience delivers a genuine opportunity for cultural exchange between guests and the locals, fostering deep cultural understanding and mutual respect.

Sea of Stars – Reef Restoration Project with W Maldives

Guests are invited to discover the rich-yet-fragile marine ecosystems of the Maldives, and visit an award- winning house reef through a hands-on and educational experience. They can observe up-close the recent installation of 400 reef stars—hexagonal underwater structures that provide a stable base for coral growth—with 6,000 coral fragments representing multiple native species, and understand first-hand the role they play in safeguarding the Maldivian coral reefs.