Marriott’s Grand Chateau, located at the center of the Las Vegas Strip, and part of the Marriott Time share Resort membership has earned the prestigious ENERGY STAR rating from the U.S.’ Environmental Protection Agency.  The Energy Star rating is a national symbol for protecting the environment through superior energy efficiency.  This is not the first recognition for Marriott’s Grand Chateau of having an earth-friendly focus for its’ Marriott Time share Resort owners. In 2008 the resort was awarded the TOBY Earth Award for Environmental Conservation from the Building Owners and Managers Association of Nevada, and in 2010 the resort became a member of the Audubon International Green Leaf Eco-Rating Program.  The key to the 427-villa timeshare resorts’ earth-friendly success is that it uses approximately 35 percent less energy than typical buildings related to its size and, releases 35 percent less carbon dioxide into the atmosphere.  Since the official launch of going green in 2007, Marriott Time share Resort at Grand Chateau resort has saved over 9.9 million pounds in green house gas emissions and reduced energy costs by over $960,000.

Marriott’s Grand Chateau is located between the Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino and the MGM Grand Hotel & Casino. The resort offers; one-, two- and three-bedroom villas ranging from 820 – 2,095 square feet.

About the Resort

The recent $50 million renovations are sure to entice; Kauai Marriott Resort guests will enter paradise with completely new guest rooms and suites, while enjoying the island’s most impressive swimming pools with five saunas and 800-acres of oceanfront resort; making it easy for guests to experience the pure splendor of Kauai and its world renowned natural beauty, isolated beaches, carefree ambience and exhilarating activities.  Couples looking to discover a truly romantic paradise need to look no further than Kauai Marriott Resort on Kalapaki Beach. Situated on a beautiful oceanfront location on the enchanting Garden Island, the tropical Kauai golf resort is the ideal Hawaiian retreat for lovers…the Marriott time share resort options at the Kauai Marriott Resort are a standout among 5 star hotels and resorts in Kauai.

Dining and Activities

Savor the moment with Kauai Marriott Resort’s secluded Poolside Gazebo and Seaside Cabana dinners, or plan for a romantic evening with multiple choices of ocean view venues delicately located on the pristine white sands of Kalapaki Beach.  Setting up in a private gazebo overlooking impressive swimming pools and Kalapaki Bay; the experience begins with presentations of fresh Hawaiian orchid flowers lei upon arrival; couples will enjoy the attention of a private butler service and exquisite four-course meal.  The Private Gazebo, located off the mezzanine of the hotel, offers panoramic views of Hawaii’s largest single-level swimming pool and beautiful Kalapaki Beach. Couples will enjoy listening to the soothing sounds of a waterfall cascading into the pool below, providing an elegant atmosphere for special occasions.  The Seaside Cabana is an intimate venue located on Kalapaki Beach, one of the gentlest stretches of beach on Kauai. Couples can watch the sunset while listening to soothing waves playfully lapping along the shore while enjoying a four-course dinner and island-style drinks. 

Golfers can tee up at the premier Kauai Lagoons golf club, a Jack Nicklaus Signature course offering breathtaking ocean views and some of golf’s most delightful holes lush greens and fairways.  A course that is sure to tempt golfers of all skill level on the long and short-game.

Kauai Marriott Resort on Kalapaki Beach is a lover’s dream destination. Marriott time share resort owners and renters will not be disappointed with this paradise island and resort amenities.  The dining, resort amenities, room furnishings and activities are magnificent, and be sure to check Marriott time share resort availability on the resale market for major discounts.

Rumors that Marriott International would be removing its brand from the St. Kitts Marriott Resort are reportedly false.  The media started flaring rumors of Marriott International eliminating Marriott time share availability to owners and renters at the St. Kitts Resort, officially known as the Marriott St. Kitts Resort & Royal Beach Casino, because of U.S.-based shareholders and time share customers heard rumors of the company’s plans to split Marriott International into two separate entities by the end of 2011.

There was wild public speculation that the purpose of Marriott International Chairman and CEO, John Willard Marriott Jr.’s visit to St. Kitts in mid-February was to discuss pulling the Marriott brand with Marriott Resort general manager Vic Dizen. Some have said that Dizen was planning to enter into a rental agreement involving the resort property if Marriott pulled the brand.

Regarding the split of Marriott International and what Marriott time share owners and renters can expect are more of a focus on lodging and the other on time share amenities through Marriott Vacation Clubs, thus enhancing the overall Marriott experience for time share owners and renters. 

As a result of St. Kitts tourism product and services, Marriott Vacation Club will expand availability along with the brand; a potential point of interest may be the Christophe Harbour, located on the South East Peninsula. 

Marriott St. Kitts Resort & Royal Beach Casino opened its doors in Frigate Bay, St. Kitts in 2002. In January 2009, the 22-villa Marriott St. Kitts Beach Club, a branch of the Marriott Vacation Club International was launched.

Marriott International, under the JW Marriott brand has recently opened the doors to its first hotel in Libya, the JW Marriott Hotel in Tripoli opened the doors on February 15th, 2011

Amenities

Perched on the shores of the Mediterranean, the 5-star hotel features 370 guest rooms and suites, stylish lounges and restaurants, a state-of-the-art fitness centre and includes the delights of the Saray Spa.  Made for the modern traveller, the sleek design of the Saray Spa and Health Club seamlessly blends sweeping curves with bold straight lines. For total reinvigoration, the Health Club features a fully equipped fitness centre, sauna, Jacuzzi and 23-metre lap pool area complemented by the delightful clarity of the Saray Spa with its tempting menu of Middle Eastern treatments and therapies. 

All rooms and suites are equipped with luxurious JW Revive bedding, cable TV, high speed internet, mini bar, safe and an en-suite bathroom with luxurious soaking tub and separate shower.

Dining

The JW Marriot Hotel in Tripoli’s specialty restaurants offer the finest indoor and al fresco dining options.  Safara restaurant serves diverse tastes from around the Mediterranean in a chic environment, including a sleek charcoal grill, wood-fired oven, griddle and spit-roast… conjuring the atmosphere of a vibrant spice market.  In contrast, the Riviera captures the serenity of a seaside villa in Southern France. Delicious Provencal dishes are served in a relaxed and informal atmosphere, with light and airy rooms and a focus on seafood.  Hovering above the city, Singapura serves traditional pan-Asian cuisines within modern surroundings. The vast organic spaces combine mixed timber flooring and natural stonewalls with lively flashes of magenta and lime, creating a truly inspiring dining experience above the city of Tripoli.

Marriott International, Inc. continues to grow its portfolio in Colombia with the announcement of its plans to open the 278-room Cartagena Marriott Hotel in Cartagena de Indias, Colombia. Currently scheduled to open in 2014, the project will be operated under a management agreement with Promotora El Faro S.A., controlled by Spazio Urbano. Marriott International time share and resort owners currently have availability in Colombia through the JW Marriott Bogota Hotel and Bogota Marriott Hotel.

Cartagena has emerged as a world class tourism and resort destination, and an important convention city for the Colombian economy. The Cartagena Marriott Hotel will be ideally located in the Bocagrande neighborhood of the city, overlooking the Caribbean Sea and approximately one and a half miles from the historic city center, which was declared a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1984.

The 278-room Cartagena Marriott Hotel will be uniquely designed for the achiever who makes the most out of every opportunity; whether traveling for business or pleasure. The stylish hotel lobby will be the heart of the hotel, a versatile, multi-purpose space that becomes the social center for guests as well as local residents to meet friends and colleagues, grab a bite to eat, plug in their devices and work either in small groups or alone but still be close to the action any time of the day or night.

Marriott Vacation Club Destinations offers greater flexibility, further personalization and more opportunities for an awesome experience for Owners and guests; and with the increasing developments from Marriot Resorts, time share owners will have more options to vacation in Mexico, Central and South America

The program was built upon a tradition of Owner involvement and reflects a broad variety of vacation options, and added flexibility makes it very appealing.


Annually, Marriott Vacation Club Destinations Owners will receive an allocation of Vacation Club Points to redeem for customized getaway experiences.  Marriot Vacation Club time share owners will have the ability to bank, borrow, transfer and purchase additional Vacation Club Points each year. In addition, the new program provides Owners the services of a personal Vacation Ownership Advisor to assist in travel arrangements within any one of the four Vacation Collections.

Perks and Programs;
Marriott Vacation Club Collection: Enjoy reservation access among 50 plus luxurious Marriott Vacation Club resorts, including: ease of any day check-in, varied lengths of stay, wide array of accommodation sizes, and more choice of travel season at resorts in North America and the Caribbean.

Marriott Collection: Choose from over 3,200 hotels and experience new destinations through trade for Marriott Rewards points.

Explorer Collection: Journey to new lands or cruise the seas in luxury with exchange for memorable and exceptional travel packages.

World Traveler Collection: Access a global system of over 2,500 resorts in more than 75 countries through Interval International.
 
While the Marriott Vacation Club Destinations program offers this enhanced opportunity to new customers in North America, the Caribbean, and now Mexico, Central and South America; current Owners will maintain the full rights and privileges of their ownership. At the same time, existing Owners will have the choice to enroll in this new program to further enhance their vacation experience.