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Marriott helps promote sustainable business in China

The popular hotel group is headlining a new campaign to protect fresh water availability to over 2 billion people in China’s Sichuan Province – an area hit hard by the 2008 earthquake – as well as spearhead a variety of sustainability projects across the board.

Adventure tourism gains ground: more adventure, more travel, more fun

Nearly half of American adults, or roughly 98 million people, have taken at least one “adventure trip” in their lifetime. The niche itself is no longer only for the x-factor thrill seekers; it has exploded into the mainstream.

Tying the knot in Vegas: Something borrowed, something green

The JW Marriott Las Vegas Resort & Spa has recently launched an entirely new “eco” wedding package for guests looking to make the leap, Vegas style.

JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort and Spa

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Marriott Vacation Club Key Cards to be made from recycled plastics

Leading lodging company Marriott International will be replacing over 1.2 million plastic key cards annually for its timeshare brand, Marriott Vacation Club with those made from 50% recycled material. This new plan will reportedly save around 4 tons of plastic from being dumped in landfills.

Marriott in Downtown Portland aims for LEED Gold

Give Portland, Oregon yet another green travel nod: on May 27, the city’s downtown area got a new boost of green lodging vitality with the opening of the Courtyard by Marriott—Portland City Center. Inspired by the region’s natural settings, the hotel is striving to achieve LEED Gold status – a first for the Marriott Courtyard family.

Marriott leads in LEED with over 30 hotels

In support of its “Spirit To Preserve” environmental strategy to address climate change, Marriott’s global Headquarters as well as over 30 of its hotels in design, development or under construction are expected to achieve LEED certification from the U.S. Green Building Council.

Marriott helps guests go green with 'Spirit to Preserve'

Marriott has just launched a new way for guests to “green” their hotel stays with a new carbon offset program; a part of” Spirit To Preserve”, Marriott’s five-point environmental strategy, guests can contribute to a Brazilian rainforest preservation fund already supported with a US$2 million commitment by the company.

New award for sustainability by Tourism Cares

The Hospitality Sales & Marketing Association International (HSMAI) and Tourism Cares have partnered to recognize sustainability initiatives in the travel industry with a new award. The first-ever Tourism Cares Sustainability Award will be presented at the HSMAI Adrian Awards Gala, Jan. 26, 2009, at the Marriott Marquis in New York City.

Florida Green Lodging Conference set for Hilton University of Florida

The 248-room Hilton University of Florida Conference Center today will be the host for the inaugural Florida Green Lodging Conference from November 10-12, 2008, entitled “Being Green, Saving Green & Making Green”.